The National Association of Cytologists (NAC) was formed in 1990
to fulfill the need for a pragmatic all-embracing organisation to
reflect and represent the views of all members of the cytology fraternity.
The aim is to provide an open and friendly society for all who practice
cytology. It has proven to be a tremendous success. The Association
has rapidly expanded due to the enthusiasm and participation of
its members, and comprises a healthy mix of cytology screeners (cytotechnologists),
biomedical scientists, clinicians and other professionals with an
interest in cytology. The NAC is recognized both nationally and
internationally and has played an important role in the improvement
of cytology services in the UK.
Click here to read more about the
NAC, plus its
Aims and Objectives
Aims and Objectives of the National Association of Cytologists
The Association publishes
a biannual journal, SCAN, and hosts an annual scientific meeting
with a varied and interesting programme. A Continuing Education
Certificate (CEC) scheme is also provided to help members demonstrate
their personal commitment to professional development. The NAC operates
a successful bursary scheme and members are encouraged to make use
of this to assist with the ever increasing costs of attending cytology-related
events.
The NAC is online to bring you valuable professional
and educational resources as well as keeping you up to date with
the latest NAC News and Events. The NAC Executive would like to
thank all members for their continued support and we will continue
to do our best to represent your views at all levels.
The National Association of Cytologists (NAC) is an independent
association that continues to forge links and develop relationships
with the various disciplines in and related to cytology, both
in the United Kingdom and abroad. We are not affiliated to any
professional body, political institution, trade union or employer
but will use the services of or the assistance offered by any
organisation for the benefit of its members, so long as the Associations'
professional integrity is not compromised.
The Association
aims to:
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Promote a high professional standard and encourage continuing education in cytology
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Provide a nationally recognized body to represent the views of its members
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Facilitate interchange of information between NAC and other groups
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Encourage regional and national exchange of ideas and information
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Offer its members an advisory service on all aspects of cytology
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Raise the public profile of all those who practice cytology
Please follow the link below to find out more information
about two vacancies that have arisen at the
Taunton and Somerset NHS Trust
Click
here to view all current job vacancies
NAC2008 LATEST
April 27th 2008
NAC 2008 - Programme Update
Here is an update to the NAC2008 programme.
Please follow the link below.
Click
here to view the latest NAC programme update
March 30th 2008
NAC 2008 - Latest Programme
Please follow this link to find out the latest programme
for NAC2008.
Click
here to view the latest NAC programme
PLUS , for all information published so far,
click on the Events
page link.
With improved security, click HERE or on the main menu link on the left to go to an instruction page on how to enter the Members Area, hints on password security, and a new way to enter your membership number.
Members Spot Quiz 3
Andrew Evered from the Welsh Training School has done another
spot quiz for us and the NAC is very grateful for his continued
support of the CEC scheme.
Find
the spot quiz in the Members Area under Education.
Send your answers to kay.ellis@sth.nhs.uk by the closing
date of 31st May, 2008.
Good luck and don't forget you can claim CEC credits too
Notes from NAC Executive meeting
Notes from the latest NAC Executive Committee meeting held
on 14 November 2007.
Log in to the Members
Area to read the complete document.
Training Courses for 2008
More information about next years' training courses is
coming in.
Check out the training
section for further details.
Members Area - Literature Updates
Updates of interesting and topical subjects are now available
in the Members Area.
Click here
to go to the Members Area
BSCC 47th Annual Scientific Meeting
9th March 2008.
The BSCC is delighted to announce its 47th Annual Scientific
Meeting to be held at Griffith College in Dublin. The event
provides an invaluable opportunity for an update on the
latest developments in clinical cytology at the same time
as a chance to network with colleagues in a city renowned
for its warmth and hospitality.
Book early to ensure you reserve your place.
Click
here to view more details about the BSCC Meeting
Put the date in your diaries now!
47th ASM of the BSCC
Find out the latest information about this year's ASM in
Dublin.
Click
here to view Dublin ASM information.
CERVICAL CYTOLOGY TURNAROUND TIMES
Read the letter Julietta Patnick sent regarding the announcement
about cytology turnaround times and the associated press
release.
Click
on this link to view a copy of the letter
Click
on this link to view a copy of the Press release
STATISTICAL BULLETIN 2006/2007
The latest statistical bulletin is available with concerns
about the coverage still dropping.
To
find out more follow this link
UPDATE IN CERVICAL CYTOLOGY
The Department of Health has announced the introduction of the HPV vaccine for girls aged 12 to begin from September 2008. There will be a catch up system available for girls aged upto 18 years of age provided they meet the necessary criteria. There are currently two vaccines that are licensed in the UK called Gardasil and Cervarix - there has been no recommendation for which vaccine should be used.
CEC UPDATE
Please find the latest CEC update From Jenny in the Members
Area.
The CEC scheme is being revised so check here for the latest
Please log in and find out
all the latest information concerning the course.
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The National Association of Cytologists acknowledge
the support of its sponsors for the Continuing Education
Certificate.
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