AW: [Histonet] certification of histotechnologists

2012-05-26 Thread Gudrun Lang
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

RE: [Histonet] Unregistered techs

2012-05-26 Thread Davide Costanzo
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 fro

Re: [Histonet] Unregistered techs

2012-05-26 Thread Rick Tiefenauer
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 th

Re: [Histonet] certification of histotechnologists

2012-05-26 Thread Jackie O'Connor
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