Compare Cytogenetic Technologists & Biological Technicians District Of Columbia

Comparison Cytogenetic Technologists Biological Technicians
Salary

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Cytogenetic Technologists $64,600
Biological Technicians $49,300

Similar skills & knowledge

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Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Speaking
Talking to others.

Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.

Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.

Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Science
Using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems.

Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.

English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.

Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.

Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.

Monitoring
Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.

Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.

Mathematics
Using math to solve problems.

Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.


Typical Level Of Training

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Typical level Of training for Cytogenetic Technologists
Cytogenetic Technologists

Bachelor's degree

Typical level Of training for Biological Technicians
Biological Technicians

Licensing

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Licensing for Cytogenetic Technologists
Cytogenetic Technologists

No license found in District of Columbia

Licensing for Biological Technicians
Biological Technicians

No license found in District of Columbia


Certification

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Certification for Cytogenetic Technologists
Cytogenetic Technologists

2 related certifications

Certification for Biological Technicians
Biological Technicians

0 related certifications