Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
Curriculum Overview
The B.S. completion program in Medical Laboratory Science includes 30 credits of General Education courses, 45 credits from lower division courses, 10 credits of upper division science pre-requisite courses, and 35 credits of upper division Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) courses. Up to 75 credits can be transferred in to the program as part of the student’s previously completed A.S. or A.A.S. degree in Medical Laboratory Technology. Program-specific MLS courses cover all major laboratory areas from more basic urinalysis to advanced molecular diagnostics. The curriculum concludes with comprehensive review activities and a clinical training experience to prepare graduates for future employment as well as success on the American Society for Clinical Pathology board of certification examination.
Graduation Requirements
Candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science degree from Northwestern Health Sciences University must meet the following graduation requirements:
- Satisfactory completion of all requirements in the program of study;
- Completion of the required 120 total credits;
- Completion of all Lower Division and General Education course requirements with a grade of C- or better;
- Satisfactory completion of all courses according to the program requirements;
- Successful completion of all clinical competencies.
Conferral of the Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science is not dependent upon completion of any external exams or certification. Students who successfully complete the program are eligible (but not required) to sit for national certification exams such as the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification exam.
Graduation Rate
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The College of Health and Wellness makes no guarantee of employment for students upon completion of the program.