Clinical Laboratory Science

School/College: Medicine and Public Health


Field of Study

The study and provision of diagnostic laboratory testing for health maintenance and monitoring patient therapy, including the study of clinical chemistry, microbiology, blood banking, immunology and hematology.

Possible Careers

Clinical Laboratory Scientists/Medical Technologists are found in the clinical laboratory; health care administration; sales or technical representative positions in related industries; research positions in bacteriology, virology, immunology or toxicology; as physicians or veterinarians; among many others. They take a National Board Certification exam.

Special Opportunities & Additional Information

  • Scholarships.
  • Students must complete CLS 310, Introduction to laboratory procedures before registering for other CLS professional courses or fieldwork.
  • Sophomores and juniors have the opportunity to participate in a clinical practicum for phlebotomy experience with potential student employment in many local clinics.
  • Clinical Laboratory Science Student Organization.
  • Excellent employment prospects and career opportunities.
  • Note: See section VI for information on application procedures and deadlines.

Selected Required Courses

Intro Biology:
Biology 151-152; or Zoology 101-102 (preferred)
Calculus:
Optional (Program elective)
General Chemistry:
Chem 103-104; or Chem 109
Organic Chemistry:
Chem 341, or Chem 343 and 345
Physics:
Optional (Program elective)

Recommended Course Sequence for Freshman Year

Fall
Chem 103 or 109
Math 112
Zoology 101-102
Communications A
Clnlabsci 102
Spring
Chem 104
Math 113
Microbio 101-102
Communications B

Advisor

  • Call departmental office for referral to an advisor.

Departmental Office