Re: [Histonet] Unregistered techs
Histonetters, I see this subject tends to illicit strong sentiments from professionals who are impacted or have an impact on HT/HTL's (sort of everyone on the net)?. I am still in school, but I want to fully understand how training, certification, and registration work for HT/HTL’s. I realize that ASCP certification is voluntary, and that some States require some sort of license or certification, but I’ve never heard of a “Registry” for HT/HTL’s. -The way I understand through what I’ve been taught at school is that Histology is the study of tissue, And that... -To study tissue there is another science that prepares specimens so they can be studied. And that... -There is a final sequence “Quality Control” that verifies the science that prpares specimens is properly done so the tissue can be studied. And that… In order for this all to happen successfully and consistently, the HT/HTL's make sure that during the whole preparation process, safety is observed, proper adherence to federal and state regulations maintained, plus train other technicians to do the same, and much more. If I understood it all correctly I can’t help but wonder: If HT/HTL's do all of this crucial preparation work to make sure specimens are acceptable for precise microscopic identification of cells, tissue type, diagnosis of disease, and other needs: Why wouldn't we want to have some method that can gage a set of basic skills to indicate a level of competency that HT/HTL's should initially have, in order to enter the field of work that can effect so many people either directly or indirectly? And also... Wouldn’t having NAACLS accredited training and ASCP Certifications serve to gage those basic skills? And also… Would gaging basic skills have a positive impact on the quality of patient care and the efficiency of the HT/HTL’s impact on labs?” I'm not sure but...this fall… when I complete my NAACLS accredited degree program, and voluntarily take the ASCP HTL certification exam, my future employer will be able to expect a certain level of competency that I hope to have established through training and certification. Rick T. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Unregistered techs
Well said. Everyone should aim for certification. Those that don't will offer myriad excuses, but it should be the standard. With any luck it will be required one day (likely will). Whether OJT or college trained, all should prove competency and the best way is through ASCP certification. Sent from my Windows Phone From: Rick Tiefenauer Sent: 5/26/2012 9:52 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] Unregistered techs Histonetters, I see this subject tends to illicit strong sentiments from professionals who are impacted or have an impact on HT/HTL's (sort of everyone on the net)?. I am still in school, but I want to fully understand how training, certification, and registration work for HT/HTL’s. I realize that ASCP certification is voluntary, and that some States require some sort of license or certification, but I’ve never heard of a “Registry” for HT/HTL’s. -The way I understand through what I’ve been taught at school is that Histology is the study of tissue, And that... -To study tissue there is another science that prepares specimens so they can be studied. And that... -There is a final sequence “Quality Control” that verifies the science that prpares specimens is properly done so the tissue can be studied. And that… In order for this all to happen successfully and consistently, the HT/HTL's make sure that during the whole preparation process, safety is observed, proper adherence to federal and state regulations maintained, plus train other technicians to do the same, and much more. If I understood it all correctly I can’t help but wonder: If HT/HTL's do all of this crucial preparation work to make sure specimens are acceptable for precise microscopic identification of cells, tissue type, diagnosis of disease, and other needs: Why wouldn't we want to have some method that can gage a set of basic skills to indicate a level of competency that HT/HTL's should initially have, in order to enter the field of work that can effect so many people either directly or indirectly? And also... Wouldn’t having NAACLS accredited training and ASCP Certifications serve to gage those basic skills? And also… Would gaging basic skills have a positive impact on the quality of patient care and the efficiency of the HT/HTL’s impact on labs?” I'm not sure but...this fall… when I complete my NAACLS accredited degree program, and voluntarily take the ASCP HTL certification exam, my future employer will be able to expect a certain level of competency that I hope to have established through training and certification. Rick T. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
AW: [Histonet] certification of histotechnologists
Hi Jackie, I didn't read the whole topic posted, perhaps there's a repeat in my answer. German training as MTA (medical technical assistent) includes histology and histotechnolgy. So they are definitly certified in their profession with a diploma. I think this kind of education is rather similar to the Canadian way. Also in Austria, where I come from, we have the training as Biomedical Scientist in the third education sector, now ending with a Bachelor and thesis, with theoretical and practical histotechnology. Theoretically there exists a law that excludes working with patients' clinical specimens to our profession. But like everywhere cheaper persons are trained on the job and supervised by hopefully one BMS. If a pathologist takes the responsibility he may employ anyone, although he/she has not the specified technical training (doctor and employer). The registration is another issue. People taking care of patients of any profession should be registered, because on one hand the profession and on the other hand patients should be protected against bad lab practice. Gudrun -Ursprüngliche Nachricht- Von: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Im Auftrag von Jackie O'Connor Gesendet: Samstag, 26. Mai 2012 18:03 An: r...@leicester.ac.uk; keeping.ja...@gmail.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Betreff: Re: [Histonet] certification of histotechnologists I have a new topic along this thread - seems to be generating a lot of interest. What, if any, histology group, such as NSH in the US - is available in Europe? Or any other support group for that matter. I have colleagues in Germany who would greatly benefit from being able to interact with other histotechs who are closer than ME. (Chicago area) Any suggestions will be appreciated. Also, are there certifying agencies out there like ASCP here? Jackie O' -Original Message- From: Edwards, Richard E. r...@leicester.ac.uk To: 'Janet Keeping' keeping.ja...@gmail.com; histonet histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Fri, May 25, 2012 7:36 am Subject: RE: [Histonet] certification of histotechnologists Same in UK, I have never understood why the separation in the Land of the Free. -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Janet Keeping Sent: 25 May 2012 12:38 To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] certification of histotechnologists Just curious if any consideration has been given to including Histotechnology in your medical laboratory programs as we do in Canada? our graduates are certified for 5 different careers and shortages in one particular laboratory does not seem to be a problem. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
