Biological Sciences
Medical Laboratory Science Degree
Our Medical Laboratory Science program prepares you for life-saving lab work
OFFERED AS:
Major
FORMAT:
In-Person
Credits Required:
120
Looking for a career where you can make a meaningful impact? Kutztown University’s B.S. in Biology: Medical Laboratory Science program equips with the expertise and hands-on training crucial to thriving in the healthcare industry.
Our medical laboratory science degree focuses on far more than academic knowledge. Students get professional hospital experience learning to run laboratory tests essential in medical diagnosis and treatments.
Your journey to a fulfilling career in healthcare starts here.
Why Choose KU for a Medical Laboratory Science Degree
At KU, our medical laboratory science degree is a direct pathway into the healthcare field. This 3+1 program gives students three years of foundational course-work in biology and chemistry with a final clinical year in a professional lab setting. By the time students graduate with their medical laboratory science degree, they are ready to start a career with no additional training necessary.
Top reasons to choose KU’s Medical Laboratory Science program:
- Live on a campus near several local hospitals offers experience and job opportunities
- Attend one of the only universities in Pennsylvania to offer this specialized track
- Get medical lab training for an affordable tuition
- Learn from our expert faculty and medical professionals
Medical Laboratory Science Program Highlights
From day one in KU’s medical laboratory program, you’ll dive into hands-on and professional training designed for your success. By the time you reach your clinical year, you’ll be prepared to pass the medical laboratory scientist certification exam and assist in a real medical lab. With a guaranteed medical laboratory scientist certification by graduation and valuable real-world experience, the medical laboratory science degree at KU is a top choice for aspiring medical lab professionals.
Program Highlights:
- Learn how to operate advanced laboratory equipment
- Take specialized classes at a local hospital
- Work alongside real lab technicians and experts in the field
- Earn your medical laboratory scientist certification
- Complete research projects alongside professors and classmates
Student Learning Outcomes
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Biology (BS)
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Students completing the B.S. Biology degree will demonstrate advanced competence in their area of specialization, either organismal biology/ecology, cell biology/microbiology, pre-medical science, or allied health science.
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Students will demonstrate proficiency in skills useful in gaining successful employment in biology-related positions or admission to graduate or professional programs.
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Students completing the BS Biology degree will demonstrate writing skills such that they can effectively convey concepts and information in their discipline.
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Students completing the BS Biology degree will demonstrate oral communication skills such that they can effectively convey concepts and information in their discipline.
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Students completing the BS Biology degree will be able to effectively utilize the scientific method.
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Coursework in the medical laboratory science track provides students with a strong background in biology while the clinical hospital courses give students hands on experience in a clinical laboratory setting. Students learn laboratory skills and tests that will prepare them for direct entry into a clinical laboratory setting and a career as a medical laboratory technician.
Cristen Rosch Associate Professor in the Biology Department at Kutztown UniversityBiology - Medical Laboratory Sciences FAQ
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What can I do with a Medical Laboratory Scientist certification?
Our medical laboratory science program is designed to prepare you for a research and laboratory-based healthcare profession. Whether you’re looking to work in a hospital, clinic or forensic lab, the valuable experience you receive at KU.
Here is a sample of the careers you can pursue with a medical laboratory science degree:
- Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Clinical Research Scientist
- Veterinary Technologist and Technician
- Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
- Biotechnologist
- Blood Bank Technologist
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What on-campus career experience can I get in the Medical Laboratory Science program?
In addition to your classes, our campus offers a variety of opportunities to delve further into the medical laboratory science degree. The following are just some of the ways students get involved and build professional experience:
- Become a member of the Health Career Society
- Attend presentations given by professionals in the health field
- Volunteer at Reading hospital and others nearby
- Connect with alumni who are currently in medical roles
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What are the requirements for the clinical year of the Medical Laboratory Science degree?
Seats in the medical laboratory science program at KU are competitive. To be eligible for a seat in their clinical year, students must maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above.