Medical Laboratory Science (BS)
The 3+1 Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science provides a rigorous curriculum in biology and chemistry to position students for success in a NAACLS-accredited clinical laboratory practicum during the final year of study. Students will use critical thinking and laboratory skills to perform, interpret, and analyze medical tests used in the diagnosis, research, and treatment of infections and diseases. Employment opportunities for NAACLS-certified medical laboratory scientists include hospitals, medical and biotechnology laboratories, and blood donation centers.
Requirements for a Bachelor of Science Degree with a Major in Medical Laboratory Science
90 credits (60 on campus/30 clinical practicum)
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL-110 | Laboratory Safety | 1 |
| BIOL-181 | General Biology I | 4 |
| BIOL-191 | General Biology II | 4 |
| BIOL-211 | Microbiology | 4 |
| BIOL-220 | Biological Research and Writing | 3 |
| BIOL-230 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 |
| BIOL-232 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 |
| BIOL-305 | Immunology | 3 |
| CHEM-105 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM-106 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHEM-225 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| HS-250 | Medical Terminology | 1 |
| MATH-171 | Elementary Functions | 3 |
| PHIL-250 | Applied Ethics and Decision-Making | 3 |
| STAT-145 | Introductory Statistics | 3 |
| BIOL-301 | Cell and Molecular Biology | 4 |
| or BIOL-303 | Genetics | |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Organic Chemistry II | ||
| Biochemistry and Biochemistry Laboratory | ||
| Complete a 12-to-15-month NAACLS-accredited clinical laboratory practicum | 30 | |
| Students will complete a Major Field Test in Biology as part of the degree requirement. | ||
| Total Credits | 87 | |