About NSH

About the National Society for Histotechnology

The National Society for Histotechnology is a professional organization for individuals actively engaged in the histology field. Since its founding over 40 years ago, NSH's member community has grown to include over 3,000 histology professionals from around the world. Though much has changed, our mission has stayed true to our core purpose; to shape the future of Histotechnology through a global community of professionals committed to educating, advocating, and driving patient quality.  NSH is the leader for histology CE.

NSH Membership

NSH Vision

Empower, partner, and educate for the global advancement of Histotechnology.

NSH Mission

Shaping the future of Histotechnology through a global community of professionals committed to educating, advocating, and driving patient quality.

Histology Education

Access histology focused continuing education through webinars and in-person training sessions, including forums on special topics and NSH's Annual Convention.



Collaboration with Histology Peers

Share knowledge and resources with a community of peers, online on NSH's member community The Block, and face-to-face at NSH events.



Innovation in the Histology Field

See the latest technology at NSH's Convention, and learn cutting edge techniques through NSH's new programs, such as the Digital Pathology Certificate sessions. 

NSH Governance 

View our Governance page to learn more about the National Society for Histotechnology's code of ethics, bylaws, and state Histology societies. 

Governance

NSH Strategic Plan 

Learn more about NSH's Strategic Plan adopted on October 24, 2020, by the NSH Board of Directors. 

NSH Strategic Plan

History of NSH

On October 3, 1973 The National Society for Histotechnology was officially formed. The Founding Board determined that the "intentions of this professional organization was to fulfill the needs of the profession and was not a union or politically motivated organization"...

NSH History