Clinical Laboratory Sciences B.S.
In conjunction with approved hospitals and medical centers.
CIP: 511005
The curriculum leading to the Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences degree emphasizes biology and chemistry. Minimum academic prerequisites are established by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) and are taken on the Northwest campus during the first three years along with other courses required by the University. The fourth year (senior year) is a structured educational program in an affiliated clinical laboratory. The clinical program is accredited through NAACLS. Upon satisfactory completion of the clinical program, a minimum of 30 hours of credit are granted and the student is awarded a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Sciences degree. Acceptance into an affiliated program is competitive and will be determined by the quality of academic work completed by the student during the first three years of study. Admission to the clinical program is decided entirely by the hospitals. Acceptance into the University program does not guarantee acceptance of the student by an affiliated clinical program.
Students who already have a bachelor’s degree and who wish to enter the field may do so by applying directly to the hospital having an approved program. Applicants who have completed minimum requirements seven or more years before application must update microbiology and biochemistry. If a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Sciences degree is desired, then University requirements for the degree must also be filled.
Complete application deadlines vary with the clinical program. Programs should be contacted during the spring trimester prior to the year you want to start. As an example, application deadlines can vary from July 1 to October 15. Applications are processed through the program director/education coordinator of the clinical program.
Selection is done by each clinical program. Criteria include state of health, academic performance, and personal characteristics. Usually, a 2.5 minimum grade point average is required.
Enrollment is limited by the class size of each clinical program. Costs vary with each clinical program. Upon graduation, students are eligible to take a national certification examination. Passing the examination is not a condition for receiving the B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Sciences degree. Financial assistance varies with each clinical program. The student should contact each program and the Office of Scholarships and Financial Assistance.
General Requirements
Requirements
See General Education Requirements and Institutional Requirements
| | General Education Requirements | 42 |
| | Institutional Requirements | 6 |
| | Science | 45-46 |
| | Elective | 1 |
| | Clinical Laboratory Sciences Courses at Approved Teaching Hospital or Clinic | 30 |
Some clinical programs do have early acceptance policies, and one can usually apply to these programs during the sophomore year. Early acceptance will guarantee the student a position after all preclinical coursework is completed provided all other criteria are satisfied.
Total Credit Hours: 124
Degree Requirements
Required Courses
Clinical Laboratory Sciences (30)
In conjunction with approved hospitals and medical centers.
Collateral Courses
Directed General Education Courses
The following courses are to be taken to fulfill General Education requirements:
General Education Requirements (31)
(less directed General Education courses)
Institutional Requirements (6)
Elective (0-1)
Total Credit Hours: 124
Hospitals and officials in association with the Clinical Laboratory Sciences degree:
Des Moines, Iowa
Mercy College of Health Sciences Clinical Laboratory Science Program
Kyla Dippold, MS, MLS (ASCP), Program Chair and Assistant Professor
Kansas City, Mo.
St. Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City—Clinical Laboratory Science Program
Jane Rachel, MA, MT (ASCP), Program Director
North Kansas City, Mo.
North Kansas City Memorial Hospital—School of Clinical Laboratory Science
Marisa K. James, MA, MT (ASCP), Program Director