|
|
 |
| Application
Instructions |
 |
|
Ways
to apply:
- Apply
ONLINE by completing the online application.
- PRINT
a paper COPY of the application and submit it
by MAIL.
*In
either case you must still complete the
additional instructions
listed
below. |
| Online
Application: |
Click
here to go to the online application form.
NOTE: you still must complete the additional requirements
for application listed below. |
| Mail
in Application: |
Click here to access a printable version of the
application form. You must have Adobe Acrobat reader
to open the document. Click here to
get Adobe Acrobat reader. |
|
| Additional
Instructions for Completing This Application: |
1. |
TRANSCRIPTS: Have official copies of all of your college
transcripts sent directly to the UND Program in Cytotechnology,
attention Program Director. |
2. |
REFERENCES: In order to consider you for
an interview, the program must receive at least three
REFERENCE QUESTIONAIRES sent directly
from your references to this program. Two of these questionnaires
should be either
academic or work experience related (Preferably from
a health-related field). No relatives accepted. |
3. |
HEALTH: For
the protection of patients, students, and employees
- and in compliance with North Dakota and Minnesota state
regulations - the University of North Dakota Cytology
Program requires that students provide documentation
for:
. Tuberculin test or chest X-ray within the last six (6) months
. Varicella immunity (statement of having had chickenpox or of having received
the vaccine)
. Measles, Mumps and Rubella immunity. Students are required to be vaccinated
for MMR and to have 2 booster injections.
. Verification of most recent Tetanus vaccination
. Verification of receipt of three (3) doses of Hepatitis B vaccine or a signed
waiver that the student is aware of the risk of exposure to Hepatitis within
an acute health care setting and has chosen not to be immunized at this time. Hepatitis B Vaccine Waiver & Student Health Verification Form |
4. |
EYESIGHT: The
Program requires a statement from an eye care professional
confirming that an eye examination, including a color
vision test, was done. The practice of cytotechnology
requires visualization of very small cell details through
the microscope; at least average vision (correctable
to 20/20) in at least one eye is recommended as a minimum
standard by which applicants should judge themselves
before deciding to apply for this course. Color blindness,
if present, is an acceptable disability in the practice
of cytology, but the Program instructors should understand
its presence and degree so that instruction is not
inadvertently biased.
Records of Health and Eye exams
are required prior to entrance into the program. YOU
WILL BE NOT BE ALLOWED INTO THE CLASS UNLESS YOU
HAVE SENT THESE RECORDS TO THE CYTOTECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
OR HAVE THEM IN HAND ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS.
|
5. |
OTHER
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and CYTOTECHNOLOGY: The
critical, basic microscopic task of the cytotechnologist
that of detecting and identifying abnormal cells is
normally accomplished sitting at a desk, and operating
a light microscope. Essential physical requirements
for microscope work, in addition to average eyesight,
are (1) the ability to read and understand text, (2)
the ability to hold the head steady while viewing through
the microscope, simultaneous with the abilities to
(3) turn the fine focus knob and (4) the knobs to move
the microscope stage through two axes. (Microscopes
can be purchased with a servomotor assisted stage control
mechanism.) Diagnoses are communicated through writing,
or through use of a keyboard. A special desk could
be constructed, or purchased, to allow the wheelchair-confined
person to access a microscope. [The Cytotechnology
Program does not currently have a wheelchair adaptable
microscope desk, nor does it have a microscope with
servo-assisted controls.] Such additions to existing
furnishings and equipment must be brought about by
anticipated need and appropriate communication. Hearing
is not considered an essential requirement. |
6. |
BACKGROUND
CHECK: The University
of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health
Sciences requires students entering professional
programs to complete a criminal background check.
This is done in early August after being accepted to
the program because the report is only good for one year
and because of the cost involved. You may
access
Verified
Credentials to complete this step.
Your official acceptance in the program is contingent on
a favorable report from this background check. Contact
us with any questions regarding this stipulation. |
CRITERIA
FOR ADMISSION:
Four
major areas will be reviewed:
- GPA
- References
- Rationale
statement
- Personal
interview
|
| If
you are mailing your application, mail to: |
Cytotechnology
Program Director
UND School of Medicine and Health Sciences
501 North Columbia Road
Stop 9037, Room 5909
Grand Forks, ND 58202-9037
|
| Contact
information: |
Kathy
Bray-Hoffman
Telephone:
(701) 777-4466
Email: khoffman@medicine.nodak.edu
|
|
| [back to top] |
|
|
