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Histology, Histopathology and Tissue Processing Techniques

A skills based course covering the tissue pathway from fixation through processing, embedding, sectioning and staining for histology and pathology laboratories. Delegates practise producing consistent, well stained slides and learn how each step affects diagnostic quality. The programme covers routine and special stains alongside microtomy and quality control.

What you will be able to do

  • Apply correct fixation and tissue handling to preserve morphology.
  • Operate tissue processors and embedding stations reliably.
  • Cut quality sections using the microtome and manage common artefacts.
  • Perform routine and selected special staining protocols.
  • Apply quality control to slides and reagents.
  • Maintain traceability and turnaround across the tissue pathway.

Course outline

  1. 01Tissue pathway and specimen handling
  2. 02Fixation principles and reagents
  3. 03Tissue processing and embedding
  4. 04Microtomy and section preparation
  5. 05Routine and special staining
  6. 06Artefact recognition and correction
  7. 07Slide and reagent quality control
  8. 08Records, labelling and turnaround

Who should attend

Histotechnologists, laboratory technicians and pathology support staff.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
17 to 19 Aug 2026Durban3R13,000
24 to 26 Aug 2026Johannesburg3R13,000
7 to 9 Sep 2026Mauritius3US$1,500
14 to 16 Sep 2026Dubai3US$1,500
21 to 23 Sep 2026Lagos3US$1,500
28 to 30 Sep 2026Harare3US$1,500
5 to 7 Oct 2026Kampala3US$1,500
12 to 14 Oct 2026Dar es Salaam3US$1,500
19 to 21 Oct 2026Pretoria3R13,000
26 to 28 Oct 2026Cape Town3R13,000
9 to 11 Nov 2026Online3US$900
16 to 18 Nov 2026Mozambique3US$1,500
23 to 25 Nov 2026Cairo3US$1,500
30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026Accra3US$1,500
7 to 9 Dec 2026Lusaka3US$1,500
14 to 16 Dec 2026Kigali3US$1,500
21 to 23 Dec 2026Nairobi3US$1,500

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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