Cancer Registry Management

Employment of Cancer Registry Managers is projected to grow 22 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. The demand for health services is expected to increase as the population ages. An aging population will need more medical tests, treatments, and procedures. The June 2006 National Cancer Registrar Association (NCRA) Workforce Study estimated that there were 7,280 registrars in the workforce at that time, with a projected need to add 800 more over the next 15 years. It also noted that additional registrars would be needed to replace those who retire from the field.

To succeed as a cancer registrar, you should be well organized, have excellent communication skills and be detail oriented. In addition, you will need a strong background in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and be proficient with technology and data analysis.

Healthcare is the fastest-growing employment industry, with more than 2.4 million new jobs expected by 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov). Demand for Cancer Registrars is also increasing with the Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting more than 20% growth over the next three to five years (much faster than the average for all other occupations).

Cancer registrars work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, central or state cancer registries, accrediting organizations, government agencies, software vendors, pharmaceutical companies, insurance agencies and more. Working remotely is also a growing trend for cancer registrars, and some registrars work for outsourcing companies hired by hospitals to staff their cancer registry. According to the National Cancer Registrars Association, the average salary for a full-time registrar is between $69,110 and $99,195 depending on years of experience.

Some employers require cancer registry professionals to have the Oncology Data Specialist® (ODS) credential. The ODS credential demonstrates a requisite knowledge and professional competence needed within the cancer registry. It is nationally recognized in the recruitment and retention of registry personnel. In order to sit for the ODS (formerly CTR) exam, students must graduate from an NCRA-accredited program (like ours).

In fact, UC’s Cancer Registry Management (CRM) Certificate program is one of very few accredited programs that is offered 100% online.

Graduates of UC’s Cancer Registry program will be able to:

• Abstract accurate, valuable health information to allow for uniform data collection
• Manage local, state and/or national level cancer registry programs
• Report cancer-related information to assist healthcare providers in improving patient care
• Assist healthcare professionals in gathering, organizing & analyzing cancer-related research
• Gather, organize and provide information to help increase & improve cancer prevention efforts

Academic advising is an essential part of your educational experience. 

We are committed to providing advice and assistance throughout your academic journey. You and your advisor work together to create an academic plan based on your goals. 
 
Questions? Email us at clermont.advising@uc.edu or call 513-558-8317 to schedule an appointment.

UC Clermont students have access to free tutoring and academic support services through Learning Commons. The Learning Commons provides centralized academic support for all University of Cincinnati students by bringing together faculty, best practices in teaching and learning, and hundreds of outstanding peer educators to create flexible academic success programming. Free services available to UC Clermont students include group review sessions, success skills workshops, and tutoring in writing, math, science, and more. Services are available on campus or virtually. Visit the Learning Commons webpage for more information or schedule an appointment.

Academic Writing Center (AWC) – The Academic Writing Center (AWC) offers tutoring for all stages of the writing process, from brainstorming to incorporating research. The AWC is not course-specific and can help with discipline-specific documents, as well as non-course-based writing. To make an appointment, click here or stop by the Front Desk on the first floor of the Fred Marcotte Library.

Group Review Sessions (GRS) – Group Review Sessions (GRS) are small study groups, led by a peer leader, that meet to review content that is covered in course-supported lectures each week. Find the list of supported courses on the Learning Commons website.

Drop-In Study Tables:  Drop-in study tables are small group tutoring tables based on your course where you can collaborate with fellow students and learn from your table leader. No appointments needed! All drop-in study tables are in-person in the Learning Commons on the 1st floor of the Fred Marcotte Library in Jones 120. You can view the up-to-date study table schedule on the Learning Commons website.

Peer Tutoring – Peer tutoring sessions are one-on-one with a subject-specific tutor to answer questions and help you master content in more than 200 undergraduate courses, including subjects such as math, science, languages, and business. Schedule appointments up to 7 days in advance for one-hour, 90-minute,e or two-hour sessions. If you notice your desired course is not offered, please let us know. 

Canvas Navigator Workshop – Designed to help students who are new to college and need help navigating their coursework online. The workshop shows students how to access their course materials, publisher homework, quizzes, textbooks, academic services like tutoring, and more. Students who attend this workshop can expect to gain clarity on what they need to do on a weekly basis to stay on track with their coursework throughout the semester, which helps students stay motivated, leading to greater confidence and success in their courses.  Visit

Math Placement Test Workshop – Offered to prospective and current UC students who want to brush up on their math skills before taking the Math Placement Test. A UC Clermont professional tutor leads the free synchronous online workshop. The three-week workshop series is offered monthly except in January. It is recommended that students sign up for all three weeks to get the maximum benefit from these workshops.

Math for Science Students Workshop – Designed for students enrolled in entry-level biology and chemistry courses, these workshops cover foundational math concepts that students need to succeed in their science courses. A UC Clermont tutor leads the synchronous online workshops. The workshop repeats each week, starting the week before classes begin and continuing through week 3 of the semester.

In order to graduate from UC Clermont, a student must:

• Complete all required course work and program requirements.
• Obtain at least a 2.0 university grade point average.
• Be in good academic standing; that is, not on academic or disciplinary probation or suspension.
• File formal application for the degree by the posted semester of graduation deadline.

You must demonstrate English proficiency. You must also meet admissions deadlines and visa requirements, and provide documentation of sufficient funds before we can complete your admission. Please call the International Admissions Office (513) 556-2069 for details or email with questions.

Learn more about becoming an international student at UC Clermont.

This certificate is accredited through the National Cancer Registrars Association.