Pathology Laboratory Techniques

A Pathology Laboratory Technician is a paramedical professional responsible for the preparation of tissues and body fluids for microscopic examination, assisting pathology specialists in diagnostic processes. The objective of the program is to cultivate healthcare technicians who possess the proficiency to operate within specialized laboratories and implement contemporary technologies and methodologies.

Graduates are awarded an Associate Degree and the professional title of 'Pathology Laboratory Technician.' They are eligible for employment within the pathology laboratories of university, public, and private hospitals. Furthermore, career opportunities extend to private diagnostic laboratories, the Council of Forensic Medicine (ATK), and specialized units such as molecular pathology, histology, and cytogenetics laboratories within faculties of medicine.

The Pathology Laboratory Techniques Program within the Vocational School of Health Services was established in 2015, admitting its inaugural cohort in the 2015–2016 academic year. The medium of instruction is Turkish. The duration of study is two years, structured on a semester and course-credit basis. The first-year curriculum includes common compulsory courses, core professional subjects, and departmental electives. The second year focuses on advanced compulsory applied courses, alongside elective modules focused on general elective culture