Bachelor of Science or Masters Pathologist Assistant program from a NCCLS accredited institution 1 year of laboratory experience grossing all tissue types from simple to complex Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists BOC Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills Ability to operate general laboratory equipment, including but not limited to : telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms.