Histotalks: Nsh Podcasts

Study tools for the histotechnologist (HTL) Histotechnician (HT) certification exam- Amber Moser1, BS, Hannah Benton1, BS, Taylor Wallace1, BS, and Elizabeth A. Chlipala1, BS, HTL(ASCP)QIHC Premier Labs, Longmont, CO Histology laboratories have seen an increase in workplace shortages since the COVID-19 pandemic and an increase in noncertified applicants to fill open positions. The traditional route for histology certification is the completion of a histology education series with an accredited institution; however, there are many other routes to qualify for certification. With declines in histology program graduate numbers, and the change in work force after the COVID-19 pandemic, it is expected that nontechnical positions will continue to be filled by noncertified individuals. This may lead to an increase in alternative routes of certification, specifically through laboratory experience. These tools provide additional resources for individuals studying for the HT/HTL certification exams. They are cate