Continuing Education for Laboratorians

As dedicated partners in diagnostics, we are proud to offer continuing education (CE) programs to clinical laboratory professionals.

Learn more about our Live Learning and Self-Study options below.

Live Learning Options

SEXUAL AND VAGINAL HEALTH

Break the STI Cycle with Accurate Mycoplasma genitalium Testing

During this presentation, Mycoplasma genitalium (M. gen), a prevalent and often misdiagnosed STI, will be discussed. Upon completion of this program, attendees will be able to:

  • Describe M. gen and why it is challenging to diagnose
  • Explain the clinical presentation of M. gen and its associated health consequences
  • Summarize the prevalence of M. gen
  • State the CDC guidelines for M. gen testing
  • Outline the treatment options for M. gen depending on the availability of resistance testing
  • Compare RNA and DNA-based tests for M. gen detection

 

Program Number      Number of Contact Hours      Level of Instruction     
510-600-24* 0.5 Basic
510-601-24 1.0 Basic

 

VAGINITIS COURSES

Clinical Presentation of Vaginitis (510-602-24)

During this presentation, vaginitis, a leading reason for OB/GYN visits,1,2 will be discussed. Upon completion of this program, attendees will be able to:

  • Define vaginitis and its associated health consequences
  • Describe the common causes of vaginitis including bacterial vaginosis, candida vaginitis and Trichomonas vaginalis
  • Outline the treatment options for the common causes of vaginitis

Diagnostic Consideration for Vaginitis (510-603-24)

During this presentation, vaginitis, a leading reason for OB/GYN visits,1,2 will be discussed. Upon completion of this program, attendees will be able to:

  • Define vaginitis and its associated health consequences
  • Compare the typical methods for diagnosing vaginitis including wet prep, Amsel, gram stain with Nugent, direct probe, yeast culture and nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT)
  • Explain the reasons for using NAAT to diagnose vaginitis
  • Outline the treatment options for the common causes of vaginitis

Microbial Pathogens in Vaginitis: The Good, the Bad, and the Anaerobic (510-604-24)

During this presentation, vaginitis, a leading reason for OB/GYN visits,1,2 will be discussed. Upon completion of this program, attendees will be able to:

  • Define vaginitis and its associated health consequences
  • Describe the common causes of vaginitis including bacterial vaginosis, candida vaginitis and Trichomonas vaginalis
  • Compare the typical methods for diagnosing vaginitis including wet prep, Amsel, gram stain with Nugent, direct probe, yeast culture and nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT)
  • Explain the reasons for using NAAT to diagnose vaginitis
  • Outline the treatment options for the common causes of vaginitis

 

Program Number      Number of Contact Hours      Level of Instruction     
510-602-24* 0.5 Basic
510-603-24* 0.5 Basic
510-604-24 1.0 Basic

 

*Program not available in Florida.


Self-Study Learning Options

DIGITAL CYTOLOGY

Hologic is redefining cytology screening. Again.

Visit the Digital Cytology Education website and register for free. Here you can review digital cytology cases to refine your digital diagnostic skills to improve patient care.

Features of the site include:

  • 5 unknown cases per week
  • Instant feedback with detailed description of diagnosis
  • Library of known cases for reference
  • AI-curated gallery and whole slide image views
  • 10x and 40x viewing options

System requirements include:

  • Google Chrome
  • High Speed Internet Connection
  • High-Definition Monitor (27” Ideal)

Interested in reviewing digital cytology cases with our team? Join one of our non-accredited workshops. Visit the workshop page here to learn more about upcoming events.


Our library of CE courses will continue to grow, so we encourage you to check back periodically to see if new topics have been added. For more information, contact the Diagnostics Medical Education Team.

Hologic is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program.

 

1. Kent HL. Epidemiology of Vaginitis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1991 Oct;165(4 Pt 2):1168-76.
2. ACOG Vaginitis Frequently Asked Questions.  Updated September 2023.  Accessed January 24, 2024.  https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/vaginitis

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