[Histonet] requirements for certification

[Kim Merriam]

Hi Jen,

I am HT certified and have spent my entire career working in research/veterinary pathology.  I received my HT years ago when I was working for a preclinical contract lab, I had one of our board-certified veterinary pathologists sign the form for me (I work for a biotech company now and did the same thing when I took my QIHC a couple of years ago).  It looks like you have the proper education and experience, I think all you would need is for a board-certified pathologist (either DVM or MD) to sign the form that they are familiar with your work and you should be good to go.
 Kim Merriam, MA, HT(ASCP)QIHC
Cambridge, MA 




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Sent: Wed, January 13, 2010 4:50:53 PM
Subject: [Histonet] requirements for certification

Hello.

I'm thinking about getting my HTL certification.  I've been a bench scientist in both academia and biotech for 21 years, which has included pre-clinical animal research and subsequent histological applications.  I've set up an histology lab and have a lot of IHC but only basic staining (mostly H&E), as well as loads of animal tissue processing and some human tissues.  I have a liberal arts degree (an AB) with a biology major and a chemistry minor.  We have both a DVM and a few MD's on site, but for pre-clinical and clinical research consult.  I would appreciate any insight on getting certified through an online program, how many hours is required, and what kind of mentorship is necessary.

Thank you for your insights and time!

Jennifer M. Anderson, Scientist
Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc.
11388 Sorrento Valley Road
San Diego, CA 92121
858-704-8333
janderson <@t> halozyme.com<mailto:janderson <@t> halozyme.com>

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