Pathology Assistant

Pathologists' Assistants (PAs) are health professionals working under the supervision of anatomical pathologists. Their responsibilities include:

Gross examination of surgical specimens
Non-forensic autopsies / post-mortem examinations
Preparation of tissues for pathological tests
Gross specimen photography

They may also hold managerial, instructional, supervisory, and research roles.

This is typically a two year master's degree program, and it is currently being offerred at the schools listed to the right. Follow those links for information regarding GPA and prerequistie course requirements.