Histology Scientist Review
at Labcorp
Degree Apprenticeship
Science
Harrogate
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.7 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
tissue identification, Tissue dissection, processing, embedding, microtomy and slide review
Reagent prep
peer reviewing slides
mentoring
Reagent prep
peer reviewing slides
mentoring
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I loved being an apprentice and it has allowed me to progress into a project coordinator role
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I built all my skills in histology from no prior experience to a fully competent histologist, winning apprentice of the year - rising star for yorkshire and humber
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
it was very well organised and it allowed me to get a first in biomed
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
i was fully supported and any issues were resolved quickly and thoroughly
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
alot of support and they would be available all day everyday to answer any questions i had when not actually at the university center
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel that my role could be done without a degree but having the degree has opened up many opportunities to me both internally and externally
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
they promote social groups outside of work, promote physical activities and bike to work competitions, many departments have a five a side team or running clubs - there are alot of opportunities to make great friend s - networking is strongly encouraged
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Labcorp to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Labcorp has given me many qualifications, a great network in which is helping me grow my career, and a great start in the medical research field in the corporate side of the industry
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Labcorp?
ensure you understand the fundamental goals and aims of the company, ensure you have researched the department you are interviewing for as they will ask what you know
