DEBBIE A. MCKNIGHT Histologist prepare slides of body tissue for microscopic exam Use freezing and cutting techniques to prepare body tissue Mount and stain the body tissue for the Pathologist and Cytotechnologist to view Most work in a large hospital Government agency Industrial Laboratories Usually work 40 hours week DAY SHIFT 12 Month hospital-based on the job training or Associate Degree at Community College Currently, there is no licensure or certification requirement for employment Voluntary certification is offered by ASCP organization ACCD-ST PHILLIPS COLLEGE-C BAMC- SAN ANTONIO-C SETON MEDICAL CENTER AUSTIN-C Job Outlook Starting with a Certification 37,731 5 years 48, years/AA 54,397