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Clinical Laboratory Science Certificate 2009-2010 Catalog Year


College of Health Professions

Division of Health Sciences

The post-baccalaureate certificate program in Clinical Laboratory Science is designed for students with baccalaureate degrees in the chemical or biological sciences who seek licensure/certification in clinical laboratory science. Individuals completing the program are prepared to work in the clinical laboratory areas of chemistry, microbiology, immunohematology, hematology, and immunnology.  Clinical experiences at community laboratories are integrated within the curriculum and enhance your growth as professionals. The program is accredited by NAACLS (5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018, 773-714-8880).

Program Admission Requirements
  1. Submission of a FGCU Post-Baccalaureate Non-Degree Application to the Office of Graduate Admissions.
  2. Submission of a completed application for the Clinical Laboratory Science Certificate program to the Division of Health Sciences.
  3. Graduation from a baccalaureate level program from an accredited college or university documented by official transcripts. Degrees in the chemical or biological sciences are recommended.
  4. Provide verification of TOEFL or IELTS scores that meet minimum university admission requirements.
  5. Applicants may apply for summer admission.
  6. Complete the following prerequisite courses or the equivalent with a grade of C or above:
    1. Biology (with Microbiology) 16 credit hours
    2. Chemistry (with Organic or Biochemistry) 16 credit hours
    3. Mathematics 3 credit hours
  7. The following prerequisite courses or the equivalent are recommended:
    1. Genetics
    2. Immunology
Program Requirements
  • Required Courses (39 hrs)

    • MLS 3038C Essentials of CLS (3)
    • MLS 3220C Biological Fluid Analysis (2)
    • MLS 4191C Molecular Diagnostics (3)
    • MLS 4308C Hematology/Hemostasis (3)
    • MLS 4404 Diagnostic Microbiology (3)
    • MLS 4505C Clinical Immunology (2)
    • MLS 4550C Immunohematology & Transfusion (3)
    • MLS 4627C Clinical Biochemistry (3)
    • MLS 4820C Clinical Biochemistry Practicum (3)
    • MLS 4821C Clinical Microbiology Practicum (3)
    • MLS 4822C Clinical Hematology Practicum (3)
    • MLS 4823C Clinical Immunohematology Practicum (3)
    • MLS 4826C Clinical Immunology Practicum (2)
    • MLS 4462 Diagnostic Virology/Mycology/Parasitology (3)

TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS REQUIRED: 39 HRS

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