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Program Description
Mayo School of Health Sciences (MSHS) in Rochester, Minn., offers a nine-month program in cytogenetic technology. The program has two levels of eligibility for entry: a bachelor’s degree or an integrated undergraduate program with one of our affiliated academic institutions (please see list below).
The Cytogenetic Technology Program combines high-quality didactic and clinical experiences to create a well-rounded, fully competent cytogenetic technologist. It includes all the elements that create an exceptional education experience:
- A challenging, high-quality curriculum
- State-of-the-art laboratory and research facilities
- Experienced knowledgeable teachers
- An environment based on teamwork and mutual support
Accreditation
Mayo School of Health Sciences’ Cytogenetic Technology Program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
NAACLS
5600 N. River Rd.
Suite 720
Rosemont, IL 60018-5119
(773) 714-8880
(http://www.naacls.org)
Mayo Foundation is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Higher Learning Commission.
Higher Learning Commission
30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60602-2504
(800) 621-7440
(312) 263-0456
Fax: (312) 263-7462
(www.ncacihe.org)
Affiliated institution(s)
To participate in Mayo School of Health Sciences’ Cytogenetic Technology Program, you must have completed your bachelor's degree or be a senior in a bachelor's degree program in an affiliated education institution. Contact your program advisor for more information. Affiliated institutions:
Facilities
The Mayo Clinic campus in Rochester, Minn., comprises an extensive outpatient complex, Saint Marys Hospital and Rochester Methodist Hospital, and substantial research and education facilities.
This Mayo site is among the largest, most advanced medical centers in the world.
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Mayo Clinic's cytogenetic technology training facilities were designed specifically for the program. The facilities provide an excellent training environment and include areas dedicated to lectures, culturing and harvesting, chromosome analysis, and hybridization. Each area has state-of-the-art equipment.
Graduation and Certification
When you complete the Cytogenetic Technology Program, you will receive a certificate of completion from the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, School of Health Sciences. Additionally, if the program completes your final undergraduate year, you will receive a bachelor’s degree from your educational institution.
Graduates are eligible to take the examination for a certification in cytogenetics offered by the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel. Although graduates are encouraged to take the National Credentialing Agency (NCA) certification examination, graduation from the program is not contingent on taking or passing the examination.
Hours
For the majority of the classroom instruction and clinical rotations, your learning schedule will include eight-hour days, five days per week.
Class size
Twelve students will be enrolled per class, with a minimum of one class per year. Additional classes may be offered each year, based on laboratory need and student interest
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