HST 110 Introduction to Histotechnology. 3 hrs. Lecture
PREREQUISITE: Admission to Program
This course provides an introduction to histology laboratory operation and the professional responsibilities of the histologic technician. Emphasis is placed on organization, terminology, specimen accession, record keeping, quality assurance, OSHA regulations, quality improvement, principles and concepts of Jefferson State Community College 2021-2022 Course Descriptions 209 medical ethics, and legal issues. Upon completion, students will be able to meet the requirements and responsibilities of the daily operation of a histology laboratory.
HST 120 Histology. 5 hrs. (3 hrs. Lecture -4 hrs. Lab)
PREREQUISITE: Admission to Program
This course provides an overview of the microscopic arrangement and identification of cells and tissues in the human body. Emphasis is placed on classification and relationships of the structure and function of microscopic systems. Upon completion, students should be able to microscopically identify cells, tissues, and organs of the human body.
HST 130 Histotechniques. 5 hrs. (3 hrs. Lecture -4 hrs. Lab)
PREREQUISITE: Admission to Program
This course provides an introduction to basic histological techniques. Emphasis is placed on dissection, fixation, tissue processing, embedding, decalcification, sectioning, and applied laboratory techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to dissect, process, embed and section high quality tissue sections.
HST 140 Histochemistry. 5 hrs.(3 hrs. Lecture -4 hrs. Lab)
PREREQUISITE: Admission to Program
This course provides an introduction to basic histological techniques. Emphasis is placed on special staining, immunohistochemical techniques, cytology preparation techniques and frozen sections. Upon completion, students should be able to perform special stains and understand advanced and emerging techniques.
HST 210 Histopathology. 4 hrs. Lecture
PREREQUISITE: Admission to Program
This course provides an introduction to histology laboratory operations and the professional responsibilities of the histologic technician. Emphasis is placed on changes in tissue associated with the various disease states and the use of selected special stains and techniques in identifying disease processes. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the special stains and other assays to the disease and help identify the stain under the microscope.
HST 220 Clinical Rotation. 8 hrs.
PREREQUISITE: HST 110, 120, 130, 140, AND 210
This course provides entry level histotechnician clinical experience in an approved histology laboratory. Emphasis is placed on learning and performing routine laboratory operations and the production of a microscopic slide for diagnosis. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency in histologic techniques and be prepared to take the HT certification exam.
HST 230 Professional Issues. 3 hrs.
PREREQUISITE: HST 110, 120, 130, 140, AND 210
This course provides the practical application and integration of histology theory and practice using case studies. Topics include laboratory operations and accreditation processes, professional and ethical issues, laboratory management
