Overview

You’ll learn to develop methods, instruments, and procedures for medical applications and data analysis, and to prepare and analyze medical samples.

The Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science from National University includes the academic prerequisites for a California Department of Health trainee application to the Laboratory Field Services Branch of the California Department of Health for a trainee License. Once students graduate they must successfully complete a 52 week CLS training program on their own prior to applying for the exam for licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.

Program Learning Outcomes

Assess clinical laboratory practice and procedure by applying the knowledge of technical skills and theory obtained.

Identify problems in the clinical laboratory and establish a course of action to correct them.

Distinguish among laboratory methods which use advanced analytical, immunological, microbiological, hematological, and molecular techniques.

Evaluate laboratory procedure theory, methodology, and results.

Utilize critical thinking skills in Clinical Laboratory situations.

Produce written work of the standards required by employers in the industry or post graduate programs.

Career

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Biochemistry

Quantitative Analysis

Clinical Immunology

Molecular Diagnostics

Clinical Virology

Clinical Microbiology

Clinical Hematology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

National University accepts and reviews applications year round, so you can begin class any month of the year.

Language

English

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Credits

180 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Medicine Health Sciences View 270 other Bachelors in Biomedical Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

All entering undergraduate students without prior college level English and/or Math courses must take the ACCUPLACER mathematics and English evaluation as part of the admissions process.
High school graduates transferring from regionally accredited colleges and universities are admitted as degree students if their cumulative GPA is 2.0 or higher. Applicants with a GPA below 2.0 may be admitted on probationary admission if the Committee on the Application of Standards (Committee) judges that there is sufficient evidence of potential to complete college studies. Applicants below a 2.0 may submit a petition letter to their advisor for review by the Committee.
Individual degree programs may have additional admission requirements.
Complete an application for admission and enrollment agreement.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

13284 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13284 USD per year during 48 months.
National

13284 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13284 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

13284 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13284 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for San Diego

1400 - 2455 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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