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Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science
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Medical Laboratory Science Degree Program Overview
Medical technology, or medical laboratory science, involves the clinical tests necessary to evaluate health and diagnose and treat diseases. Certified medical laboratory scientists work in clinical labs in settings as varied as healthcare, research, public health, forensics, teaching and the pharmaceutical industry.
Purdue University Northwest’s medical laboratory science degree program prepares students for careers in clinical laboratory work, research, public health, forensic work and the pharmaceutical industry.
Department of Biological Sciences
The program provides a rigorous background in biology, chemistry and other sciences. This foundation guarantees a high likelihood of acceptance into fourth-year clinical training with regional hospitals.
With this degree, you can become a certified laboratory scientist in only four years and graduate with immediate employment opportunities.
Medical Laboratory Science Degree Program Highlights
In this program, you’ll get advanced training with state-of-the-art clinical equipment for specimen, protein and DNA analysis.
Over 90 percent of our students are hired immediately upon graduation. Labor statistics predict a 13 percent increase in jobs in this field from 2016 to 2026, compared to 7 percent for all other occupations.
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Medical Laboratory Science Degree Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, you can take the national exam administered through the American Society for Clinical Pathology to become certified as a professional medical laboratory scientist (MLS). This accreditation is recognized nationally and internationally.
Medical Laboratory Science Degree Program Career Paths
Trained and certified medical laboratory scientists have career choices in:
- Clinical laboratories, research, forensics or public health
- Education
- The pharmaceutical industry
Medical Laboratory Science Degree Program Beyond the Classroom
As an MLS student, you’re encouraged to participate in undergraduate research, pursue internships, volunteer in the community and join student clubs or organizations.
Medical Laboratory Science Degree Program Employers
Graduates of this program are employed in organizations and companies like:
- Community Healthcare Systems
- Franciscan Health
- Alverno Laboratories
Medical Laboratory Science Degree Program Scholarships
Students in this program can apply for a scholarship from the American Society for Clinical Pathology.
Medical Laboratory Science Degree Program Accreditation
Clinical training sites for this program are certified by The National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science.
Meet the Faculty
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Earn a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science at PNW
Purdue University Northwest’s medical laboratory science degree program prepares you to become a certified medical laboratory scientist by incorporating a year of clinical training at one of our four affiliated hospitals into your course of study.
To see how a bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science from PNW opens doors, from clinical laboratories to the pharmaceutical industry, take the next step today!