ACADEMIC: Prerequisites for admission to the program are as follows: Prerequisite courses combination of 30 hours in biology, math, and chemistry Associate degree in Applied Science or higher.  GRADE REQUIREMENTS A minimum overall grade point average of 2.8/4.0 with a minimum grade point average of 2.8/4.0 in all science courses must be achieved by the applicant. Grade points are calculated using grades from ALL colleges/universities the applicant attended. FOREIGN DEGREE:   If an applicant is basing his/her eligibility for the program on a degree from a foreign university, the official transcript evaluated by an evaluation agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Inc. The evaluation must show U.S. degree equivalency and subject breakdown. Subject grades submitted with the application. The foreign degree must be equivalent to a degree with a major in either chemistry or biology equivalent in the U.S. and have completed 30 credit hours in biological science in the United States or Canada All of the aforementioned course work must meet specified requirements in NAACLS Essentials and should be subject to review and evaluation. PERSONAL: Personal qualifications include motivation to become an active member of the health care team. Responsibility, reliability, cooperative spirit and good judgment are all important attributes for considered. An interest in science, allied health and an interest in histology preferred.