Senior Technician in Pathological Anatomy and Cytodiagnosis

General Information

He Higher Technician Degree in Pathological Anatomy and Cytodiagnosis It enables you to organize and manage the assigned work area in a unit or office, perform autopsies, process biopsies and cytologically study clinical samples. You will interpret and validate the technical results to serve as support for clinical or forensic diagnosis, always under the appropriate supervision.

In Format GroupWe offer comprehensive training with professionals in the sector, internships in prestigious laboratories and healthcare centres, and a flexible itinerary that adapts to your study pace.

General Competencies

At the end of this training cycle, you will be able to:

• Managing biological samples, ensuring its correct collection, conservation and processing for analysis.

• Perform general laboratory techniques, applying procedures of biochemistry, microbiology, hematology and molecular genetics.

• Apply molecular biology and cytogenetics techniques in the analysis of biological samples.

• Perform necropsies, following established protocols and under supervision.

• Process cytological and tissue samples, using appropriate histological and cytological techniques.

• Interpret and validate technical results, collaborating in the diagnosis and monitoring of diseases.

• Apply quality and safety standards, ensuring compliance with current protocols and regulations in the health field.

Qualification

At the end of the cycle, students obtain the official degree of Higher Technician in Pathological Anatomy and Cytodiagnosis, valid for working in hospitals, clinics and laboratories in the area of biological analysis and medical diagnosis.

Duration, Schedule and Modality

Duration: 2,000 hours distributed over two academic years, including Workplace Training (FCT). Mode: In person and online (subject to availability) Schedules: Morning and afternoon shifts.

Modules and Subjects

The official curriculum in the Community of Madrid for this training cycle includes the following modules:

• Biological sample management (195 hours)

• General laboratory techniques (230 hours)

• Molecular biology and cytogenetics (195 hours)

• General pathophysiology (195 hours)

• Autopsies (60 hours)

• Cytological and tissue processing (190 hours)

• Gynecological cytology (170 hours)

• General cytology (170 hours)

• Training and career guidance (90 hours)

• Company and entrepreneurial initiative (65 hours)

• Technical English for higher education (40 hours)

• Pathological anatomy and cytodiagnosis project (30 hours)

• Training in workplaces (FCT) (370 hours)

Internships in Centers

They carry out internships in hospitals, clinics and specialized laboratories, where students apply the knowledge acquired in a real professional environment.

Scholarships and Funding

To facilitate access to training, we offer different options scholarships and grants:

• State Scholarships: grants awarded by the Ministry of Education to students who meet certain academic and financial requirements.
• Regional Grants: Subsidies offered by the autonomous communities to promote vocational training.
  • Community of Madrid – Intermediate Vocational Training Scholarships
  • Community of Madrid – Higher Vocational Training Scholarships
• Agreements with financial institutions that offer financing options to cover tuition and other expenses associated with training.
• Forma-t Group's own scholarships: At Grupo Forma-t we believe in accessible training for all, giving our students the opportunity to access quality Vocational Training, without economic circumstances being a barrier. For this reason, we offer various scholarships of our own.

Continuing Education

This training cycle allows you to continue your education and access:

• Other Higher Vocational Training Courses: expanding your skills in the healthcare field.

• University Degree Courses: in areas related to health and biomedicine, through established admission procedures.