Professional Non-Medical-Membership

Mandatory Requirements

Scientists who hold at least a Master’s Degree other than medical and maintain a special interest and expertise in cytology may be accepted as Professional Non-Medical Members (PMIAC).

There is an admission fee of 140 €. The annual dues are currently 190 €   and include a printed and on-line subscription to the journal ACTA CYTOLOGICA that is issued six times a year.
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The IAC International Board of Cytopathology examination is not available for PMIAC.

How to Apply

The form can be submitted online. Please complete accordingly and include:

  • Copies of speciality diplomas
  • Your CV indicating your experience in cytology
  • Information on your masters degree, specialist training and publication list of the last 4 years
  • Passport sized photograph (90 x 120 pixels). Please DO NOT send a copy of your passport.
  • Sponsorship consent of a Member or Fellow of the academy
  • The completed application form can be submitted online together with the necessary accompanying documents and a simple photograph (headshot/selfie).

Link to online application form

What Happens After Your Application

All applications are submitted to the Membership Committee for approval.

Completion of the membership process can take up to two months.

After approval and endorsement by the Board of Directors new members are notified firstly by email then a letter is sent together with a membership diploma.