Bachelor's - Clinical Laboratory Science

Official Program Name:

Bachelor's degree program in Clinical Laboratory Science

School Offering Program:

DeVry University

Degree Level:

Bachelor's

Program Prerequisites:

Students enrolled in DeVry University's degree programs may need to satisfy minimum requirements before beginning the program, including having already earned a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior lab work and training in the life and health sciences should prove helpful. Moreover, individuals who have completed acceptable, related college-level courses may be able to complete this program sooner.

Program Description:

DeVry University's Bachelor's degree program in Clinical Laboratory Science is designed to teach students how to collaborate with and assist health care professionals in the discovery and diagnosis of patient medical conditions. Courses are designed to teach students how to use laboratory equipment and specialty computer programs to analyze clinical samples. Program participants will also have the opportunity to gain an understanding of administrative responsibilities, including overall quality, resources, and personnel management. In addition, through the completion of two full-time clinical practica, they'll have the chance to gain over 800 hours of hands-on experience.

Learning Format:

Campus-Based - Phoenix only

Minimum Credits Required:

132 credit hours.

Financial Aid:

DeVry University offers over $29 million in scholarship opportunities to qualified students. Additional financial aid, military service grants, veterans appreciation grants, federal grants, and institutional grants, are available to qualifying students. Eligible students can apply for Federal Stafford or PLUS loans.

Course Topics Covered:

Degree program and course requirements are subject to change. Contact DeVry University to confirm the most accurate information before enrolling in a program.

• Clinical Chemistry with Lab
• Clinical Microbiology with Lab
• Clinical Immunology with Lab
• Hematology and Hemostasis with Lab
• Immunohematology with Lab
• Clinical Laboratory Operations and Management
• Laboratory Science Career Entry Exploration and Phlebotomy

Post-Graduation Opportunities

Furthering Your Education:

After earning a Bachelor's degree program in Clinical Laboratory Science, graduates could be able to pursue professional credentials from certifying agencies, such as the American Medical Technologists, the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel, or the Board of Registry of the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Others may opt to continue their training and enroll in a related master's degree program. Taking part in such a series of courses could allow students to strengthen their foundational understanding of clinical laboratory science or gain knowledge and skills in a complementary field of study.

Master's degree options include, but are not limited to:

• Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science
• Master of Science in Biological Sciences
• Master of Science in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry

Career Paths:

Individuals who have earned a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science could seek opportunities with independent labs, pharmaceutical companies, doctors' offices, hospitals, or colleges. Professionals in this field might undertake tasks in bodily fluid collection and analysis, data evaluation, regulatory compliance assurance, or records management.

With this type of major, graduates could be able to find employment as:

• Scientific research assistants
• Clinical laboratory technologists
• Medical laboratory technicians