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Clinical Laboratory Science -- Associate Degree Program

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The Clinical Laboratory Technician Program is twenty-two (22) months in length and includes four (4) semesters of didactic work in addition to a twenty-one (21) week clinical practicum at an approved affiliate. Upon successful completion of the program, an Associate of Science Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science is awarded. Graduates are eligible to sit for the national certification exam.

The primary goal of the Clinical Laboratory Science Program is to provide a quality education to the student, facilitating acquisition of the level of proficiency and competence required in the modern clinical laboratory.

Clinical Laboratory Science Program Goals

1. Provide students with a high quality academic and clinical education in the field of Clinical Laboratory Science and General Education subjects.
2. Insure that, upon completion of the program, students are competent at the career entry level and have the knowledge and background to successfully prepare them for employment.
3. Provide a sense of responsibility and professionalism when interacting with patients, peers, fellow employees, and other health care providers.
4. Communicate effectively and professionally and to prepare the student to function as part of a team and possess an understanding of their role in the healthcare team.
5. Instruct students in the procedures, analysis and interpretation of laboratory tests so that they are able to perform laboratory tests competently, problem solve and think critically.
6. Produce an understanding in the student of the importance of continuing education and professional awareness.
7. Instill the importance of honesty and professionalism in the workplace.

Clinical Laboratory Science Admissions Criteria:

 

Must have:

• HS English – 4 years - with C+ grade or higher.
• HS Algebra 2 with C+ grade or higher or placement in college level math.
• HS Chemistry with lab, C+ grade or better.
• HS Biology with lab, C+ grade or better.
• HS diploma or GED

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Notes:

1. Students who anticipate continuing to a four year institution should take the transferable courses, BIOL-132 AND BIOL-232, in substitution for BIOL-148 AND BIOL-140 which are not transferable. Substitution credits for BIOL-148 and BIOL-140 will be assigned only when both BIOL-132 and BIOL-232 are successfully completed.
2. Course may be taken during the evening or summer.

Upon successful completion of the program requirements, the degree of Associate in Science in Clinical Laboratory Science will be awarded.

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