Clinical Laboratory Science Bachelor’s Degree
Getting a degree in Clinical Laboratory Science prepares you for work in a laboratory, as well as a number of other settings. To prepare for admission to a university program, you will need a solid background in biology, chemistry, and mathematics. Graduates from this program can work for government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, or forensic laboratory facilities. You may be involved in studying or analyzing the following as part of your work:
• Antibodies
• Bacteria
• Bodily Fluids
• Immunology
• Viruses
People who do well in the Clinical Laboratory Science program have the following traits:
• Ability to follow step-by-step instructions
• Attention to detail
• Curiosity
• Good problem-solving ability
• Interest in biology
• Logical thinker
The Bachelor’s Degree program in this area of study includes courses designed to develop laboratory administration and research skills. Students are enrolled in courses such as:
• Bioethics
• Cell Biology
• Chemistry
• Hematology
• Human Anatomy
• Immunology
• Laboratory Information Systems
• Microbiology
Choosing this major means that you have a number of career options available after graduation. Here are some examples of the kinds of fields you can enter:
• Consulting
• Education
• Forensic Biological Sciences
• Laboratory Information Systems
• Marketing
• Public Health
• Research and Development
• Sales
You may choose to continue your education by enrolling in a Masters or Doctoral program in this subject area.
