Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ | Catalog: 2018-19 NSU Undergraduate Catalog Program: Medical Laboratory Science B.S. * Minimum Credits Required:__________________ | |||
Medical Laboratory Science B.S. *OSRHE Program Code: 147 Major Code: 7621 Option Codes:
Purpose Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLS) are health care professionals highly trained in the art and technology of clinical laboratory medicine. They are employed in hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical companies and research. MLS are the detectives of the medical world and perform diagnostic tests to assist the physician in treatment of patients. There are two pathways to a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science. Both pathways lead to the same degree and the same eligibility to take the Medical Laboratory Scientist Board of Certification through the American Society of Clinical Pathology. The acceptance to each option is different due to the educational background of the students.
Specialty Accreditation The Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (Medical Laboratory Science, B.S.) program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, 5600 North River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018, 773-714-8880; http://www.naacls.org. Credential Requirements MLS Internship 3+1 Pathway: Upon completion of the internship, the student takes a Board of Certification examination administered by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Upon passage the student is certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, M.L.S. (ASCP) and becomes a fully accredited member of the medical team. Additional fees apply for testing and licensure. MLS Degree Completion 2+2 Pathway: For admission, must be certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Technician by an approved national certification agency (ASCP or AMT). |
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General Education RequirementsA minimum of 46 hours of academic work in general education is required during the freshman and sophomore years. For students transferring with the Associate of Arts degree or Associate of Science degree from a public institution in Oklahoma, all general education requirements will be satisfied with respect to degree requirements. However, some majors may require other specific general education courses as program prerequisites or program requirements. Students should consult advisors and the program’s plan of study for further information. Students are required to complete general education requirements by the time they have completed 90 semester hours of college work. See General Education Requirements for more information. | ||||
MLS Internship 3+1 Pathway (7625)For the MLS Internship 3+1 Pathway, the student must complete three years of prescribed college work (94 hours) and a one-year internship in an approved School of Medical Technology. The below degree curriculum meets the requirements of the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Services (NAACLS), completion of which are required prior to acceptance to an approved hospital for the internship. Students must apply to an accredited school of medical technology not later than October 15 of the junior year of college. Upon completion of the internship, the student takes a Board of Certification examination administered by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Upon passage the student is certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, M.L.S. (ASCP) and becomes a fully accredited member of the medical team. Full college credit will be given for the internship year and applied toward the Bachelor of Science Degree. Listed below are the hospitals of affiliation for the Medical Laboratory Science Program. Contact the NSU MLS Program Director for information and/or internship application. Comanche County Memorial Hospital, Lawton
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Program PrerequisitesThe following courses should be completed as part of the General Education requirements: | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
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BIOL 1013 - Introductory Biology I# | ||||
and BIOL 1011 - Introductory Biology I Laboratory# | ||||
MATH 1513 - College Algebra # | ||||
Major requirements - 37 hours | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
BIOL 1023 - Introductory Biology II# | ||||
and BIOL 1021 - Introductory Biology II Laboratory# | ||||
BIOL 3114 - Genetics # | ||||
BIOL 3224 - Microbiology # | ||||
BIOL 3314 - Human Physiology# | ||||
BIOL 4354 - Immunology # | ||||
CHEM 1123 - General Chemistry I (Lecture) # | ||||
CHEM 1131 - General Chemistry I (Laboratory) # | ||||
CHEM 1223 - General Chemistry II (Lecture) # | ||||
CHEM 1231 - General Chemistry II (Laboratory) # | ||||
CHEM 3123 - Organic Chemistry I (Lecture) # | ||||
CHEM 3132 - Organic Chemistry I (Laboratory) # | ||||
CHEM 4214 - Biochemistry # | ||||
Electives - 3 to 4Complete 3 - 4 hours of upper level BIOL electives by advisement.
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Internship - 30 hoursClinical courses taken while in residence at an approved hospital school of medical technology: | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
MEDT 4117 - Clinical Microbiology | ||||
MEDT 4125 - Clinical Chemistry I | ||||
MEDT 4236 - Clinical Hematology | ||||
MEDT 4246 - Clinical Immunology | ||||
MEDT 4325 - Clinical Chemistry II | ||||
MEDT 4351 - Topics in Medical Technology | ||||
Total for Internship 3+1 Pathway - 70 to 71 hours | ||||
MLS Degree Completion 2+2 Pathway (7620)Eligibility for the completion (2+2) degree requires the student to be an employed Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) with an Associate in Science or Associate in Applied Science degree. Contact the NSU MLS Program Director for information and/or program application.
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Program PrerequisitesTen to eleven hours from the following courses may be completed as part of the General Education requirements. | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
BIOL 1013 - Introductory Biology I# | ||||
and BIOL 1011 - Introductory Biology I Laboratory# | ||||
CHEM 1123 - General Chemistry I (Lecture) # | ||||
CHEM 1131 - General Chemistry I (Laboratory) # | ||||
CHEM 2004 - Essentials of Organic Chemistry # | ||||
or CHEM 3123 - Organic Chemistry I (Lecture) # | ||||
MATH 1513 - College Algebra # | ||||
Clinical Prerequisites - 24 hours | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
MLS 4013 - Concepts in Immunology | ||||
MLS 4124 - Pathogenic Microbiology | ||||
MLS 4133 - Clinical Laboratory Genetics | ||||
MLS 4226 - Clinical Virology/Parasitology/Mycology | ||||
MLS 4613 - Communications in Medical Laboratory Sciences | ||||
MLS 4623 - Clinical Laboratory Operations | ||||
MLS 4822 - Laboratory Management | ||||
Clinical Courses - 36 hours | ||||
Course Name | Term Taken | Grade | Gen Ed | |
MLS 4332 - Clinical Practicum I | ||||
MLS 4334 - Advanced Clinical Hematology | ||||
MLS 4424 - Advanced Clinical Chemistry | ||||
MLS 4464 - Advanced Clinical Microbiology | ||||
MLS 4513 - Molecular Diagnosis | ||||
MLS 4562 - Clinical Immunology and Serology | ||||
MLS 4572 - Clinical Immunohematology | ||||
MLS 4712 - Urinalysis and Body Fluids | ||||
MLS 4722 - Coagulation | ||||
MLS 4812 - Research Methods in Medical Laboratory Science | ||||
MLS 4825 - Clinical Practicum II | ||||
MLS 4842 - Clinical Practicum III | ||||
MLS 4912 - Seminar in Medical Laboratory Sciences | ||||
Total MLS Degree Completion 2+2 - 60 hours | ||||
Admission Standards1. Completion of Associate of Applied Science degree from accredited Community or Two Year College; 2. Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Technician by an approved national certification agency (ASCP or AMT); 3. Be employed in an accredited clinical laboratory. 4. Be formally admitted to Northeastern State University by submitting an application and official transcripts to the Office of Admissions and Recruitment. | ||||
Retention Standards1. A student must maintain a 2.5 grade point average or above in all didactic coursework; 2. A minimum grade of C is required in all MLS Degree Completion (2+2) courses; 3. A student must complete clinical laboratory competencies as listed in employer competency checklist provided by Medical Laboratory Science program director. 4. A student must pass an annual review by the employer and program director of Medical Laboratory Science program to determine if they are making adequate progress as outlined in the laboratory checklist and by final didactic grades. | ||||
Program Dismissal StandardsStudents that fail to either earn the grade point average (2.5) or meet laboratory competency criteria will be placed on academic probation for one semester. If the deficiency/deficiencies is/are not corrected by the end of the probationary semester, the student will be suspended from the program. The student may apply for re-admission into the program after one year. | ||||
Graduation Standards1. Successful completion of coursework with a 2.5 or better; 2. Completion of laboratory competencies required to meet NAACLS requirements for the award of a baccalaureate degree in Medical Laboratory Science. | ||||
Additional Degree Information - Gregg Wadley College of Science and Health ProfessionsIn addition to general education and program requirements stated above, additional hours may be needed to satisfy all minimum degree requirements listed below.
For additional information, see Bachelor’s Degree Requirements. | ||||
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