Cytotechnology Cytotechnologist Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to work with pathologists to detect changes in body cells that may indicate, and permit diagnosis of, the early development of cancers and other diseases. Includes instruction in biochemistry, microbiology, applied mathematics, microscopy, slide preparation, identification of cellular structures and abnormalities, and laboratory procedures and safety. Is Cytotechnology Cytotechnologist the right major for you?
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Cytotechnology Cytotechnologist Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$56,870

Median Hourly Wage

$27.34*

Total Employed Nationally

164,430


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.