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4. Education, staffing, accreditation, and other considerations

Operation of a physician office laboratory (POL) requires more than a few documented procedures and some Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)-waived test kits. Even the CLIA-waived POL has to meet CLIA, HIPAA, and other regulations, while maintaining a respectable level of quality. As such, expertise in developing, running, and maintaining the lab is important, just like any other laboratory. But how should the POL be staffed, and what sort of education requirements should the staff have? This chapter briefly addresses those questions and also provides numerous other resources for both acquiring the necessary education towards medical laboratory science or technology and staffing your POL.

4.1 Education and training

Subpart M of CLIA details requirements and responsibilities for laboratory personnel, consultants, supervisors, and directors.^[1] The exception to this is a laboratory with a certificate of waiver, where personnel requirements and proficiency testing is not required. However, manufacturers' instructions must still be carefully followed, and only CLIA-waived tests may be performed by the personnel. As the American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC) notes in a 2021 advocacy letter, proper training of personnel conducting CLIA-waived tests is broadly found to be lacking, and when paired with high turnover of lab techs in waived testing site, this often leads to inconsistent quality throughout the enterprise.^[2] Thus, despite most tests being waived, it's important for the POL to take operator training and competency seriously, engage in regular quality assessments, and participate in an accredited proficiency testing program to mitigate poor patient outcomes.^[2]

For non-waived laboratories, the following resources provide paraphrasing of CLIA Subpart M. If your POL is going to engage in testing beyond CLIA-waived testing, reviewing what Subpart M means for your lab is important:

In some cases, state governments apply additional regulations and responsibilities to clinical laboratories and their personnel. According to consultancy Lighthouse Lab Services, the following states have staffing, education, and licensing requirements beyond that of CLIA^[3]:

California: Department of Public Health - Laboratory Field Services
Connecticut: Department of Public Health - Regulation & Licensure
Florida: Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel - Licensing and Agency for Health Care Administration - Laboratory and In-Home Services Unit
Georgia: Georgia Department of Community Health - Healthcare Facility Regulation
Hawaii: Department of Health - State Laboratories Division
Louisiana: State Board of Medical Examiners - Clinical Laboratory Personnel
Montana: Department of Labor and Industry - Montana Board of Clinical Laboratory Science Practitioners
Nevada: Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health - Medical Laboratory Services
New Hampshire: Department of Health and Human Services - Health Facilities Administration
New Jersey: Department of Health - Public Health and Environmental Laboratories
New York: Department of Health - Clinical Laboratory Evaluation Program and Education Department - Clinical Laboratory Technology
North Dakota: North Dakota Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice
Rhode Island: Department of Health - Healthcare Licensing
Tennessee: Department of Health - Medical Laboratory Board
Washington: Department of Health - Laboratory Quality Assurance
West Virginia: Department of Health and Human Resources - Office of Laboratory Services

As always, it remains your lab's responsibility to ensure that not only the necessary federal regulations are being followed but also state regulations and any accreditation standards are being met. For the POL short on knowledgeable staff, this may be a daunting task, requiring outside help. The final section of this guide includes additional resources for the POL, including a representative list of consultants who advertise working in the POL space.

4.2 Educational programs

The following section offers a tabular listing of known U.S. and Canadian higher-education and hospital-based programs that offer an associate's, bachelor's, and/or master's program in medical laboratory technology, medical laboratory science, or some other flavor of laboratory medicine. Many of the programs offered give students a path of progression from an associate's degree in medical laboratory technology to a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science. Additionally, some programs allow hands-on post-bachelor's training that leads to a certificate and the right to take the ASCP Board of Certification Medical Laboratory Scientist exam. As such, students with bachelor's degrees in relevant fields such as biology, microbiology, genetics, etc. may relatively easily become certified for laboratory work in roughly a year or less.

4.2.1 Higher-education

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Higher-education programs
School	Location	Program	Description
Alamance Community College	U.S. - NC (Graham)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences	U.S. - NY (Albany)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offerings: B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Alexandria Technical & Community College	U.S. - MN (Alexandria)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Allegany College of Maryland	U.S. - MD (Cumberland)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Allen College	U.S. - IA (Waterloo)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Students receive the Bachelor of Health Sciences degree with a MLS major and qualify for MLS certification upon completion of program requirements. This option is also possible for those who already have an associate's or baccalaureate degree and have completed all general education courses."
Amarillo College	U.S. - TX (Amarillo)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Andrews University	U.S. - MI (Berrien Springs)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offerings: First- and second-degree Bachelor in MLS; certificate in MLS; Affiliate Guest Student Clinical (Senior) Year; Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Administration
Anne Arundel Community College	U.S. - MD (Arnold)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Arapahoe Community College	U.S. - CO (Littleton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Arizona State University	U.S. - AZ (Phoenix)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The BAS program in applied science with a concentration in medical laboratory sciences provides the academic knowledge and professional skills that enable students to advance their employment opportunities within the fields of medical technology, cytology, clinical laboratory science and related areas."
Arkansas State University	U.S. - AR (Jonesboro)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
Armstrong State University	U.S. - GA (Savannah)	Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Armstrong offers the Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science in three tracks: Traditional, MLT to MLS Online, and MLS Online Fast Track (for South Carolina residents only).
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College	U.S. - NC (Asheville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Auburn University at Montgomery	U.S. - AL (Montgomery)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science.
Augusta University	U.S. - GA (Augusta)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offerings: B.S. and M.S. in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS), as well as B.S. in CLS with military specialization
Augustana College	U.S. - SD (Sioux Falls)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The school offers two plans for earning a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science.
Austin Community College	U.S. - TX (Austin)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Austin Peay State University	U.S. - TN (Clarksville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science.
Baptist Health College Little Rock	U.S. - AR (Little Rock)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The college offers a B.S. or certificate in Medical Laboratory Science.
Baptist Health Sciences University	U.S. - TN (Memphis)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science.
Barry University	U.S. - FL (Miami Shores)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Clinical Biology, with a specialization in Medical Technology, as well as a B.S. to M.S. program in Laboratory Management.
Barton Community College	U.S. - KS (Great Bend)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Beaufort County Community College	U.S. - NC (Washington)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Bellarmine University	U.S. - KY (Louisville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers three Bachelor of Health Science degree tracks in MLS: 4-Year Practitioner Track, 4-Year Pre-professional Track, and an Accelerated Second Degree
Bemidji State University	U.S. - MN (Bemidji)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers two B.S. tracks: 3+1 and 4+1
Bismarck State College	U.S. - ND (Bismarck)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Blackhawk Technical College	U.S. - WI (Janesville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Boise State University	U.S. - ID (Boise)	Pre-Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Pre-professional studies is designed for students who need to have undergraduate studies prior to applying to a professional school."
Bowling Green State University	U.S. - OH (Bowling Green)	Pre-Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences
Bradley University	U.S. - IL (Peoria)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science.
Bridge Valley Community and Technical College	U.S. - WV (South Charleston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Brigham Young University	U.S. - UT (Provo)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Students declare a Pre-MLS Major and are accepted into the program in their Junior year. Once in the program, students have two semesters of intensive coursework after which they intern in a clinical facility for six months."
Bristol Community College	U.S. - MA (Fall River)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
British Columbia Institute of Technology	Canada - BC (Burnaby)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Two-and-a-half year, full-time, Diploma program ... Students are ready to write the national certification exam upon graduation."
Bronx Community College	U.S. - NY (Bronx)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Brookline College	U.S. - AZ (Phoenix)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Our program includes a mix of classroom and clinical instruction and a professional seminar to prepare you for entry-level positions in the field. In just 128 weeks, you can earn your bachelor’s degree and be on your way to a successful career as a Medical Laboratory Scientist." The college also offers an A.A.S. degree in Medical Laboratory Technician.
Bucks County Community College	U.S. - PA (Newtown)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Bunker Hill Community College	U.S. - MA (Boston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Calhoun Community College	U.S. - AL (Huntsville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
California State University - Dominguez Hills	U.S. - CA (Carson)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. and certificate program in Clinical Science - Medical Technology.
California State University - LA	U.S. - CA (Los Angeles)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a post-baccalaureate certificate program in Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
Cambrian College	Canada - ON (Sudbury)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Six-semester program; "Graduates are eligible to write the national certification examinations conducted by the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Sciences (CSMLS)."
Canisius College	U.S. - NY (Buffalo)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"...three years of campus-based classroom and lab work, one year of a hands-on internship in an accredited hospital laboratory."
Carolinas College of Health Sciences	U.S. - NC (Charlotte)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science program is a 12-month program that prepares graduates to be a successful entry-level medical laboratory scientist. Didactic lectures and student laboratory training take place at the college, with clinical experiences conducted in the laboratories of Atrium Health."
Casper College	U.S. - WY (Casper)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Centenary University	U.S. - NJ (Hackettstown)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Our MLS program at Centenary is designed to build your foundational scientific knowledge in the first 2.5 years and then further develop clinical knowledge with MLS-specific courses to prepare you for your clinical practicum in the final semesters. Upon completion of your bachelor degree, you will be eligible to complete the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification exam and ready to start helping our health care system improve patient care."
Centennial College	Canada - ON (Scarborough)	Medical Laboratory Technician Program	"Credential: Ontatio College Certificate; Program Type: Post-secondary program; Program Length: 1 year/ 3 semesters"
Central Arizona College	U.S. - AZ (Coolidge)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Central Community College	U.S. - NE (Grand Island)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Central New Mexico Community College	U.S. - NM (Albuquerque)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offerings: A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician and Certificate of Achievement in Phlebotomy Technician
Central of Southern Nevada	U.S. - NV (Las Vegas)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Science, an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician, and Certificate in Phlebotomy
Central Piedmont Community College	U.S. - NC (Charlotte)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Central Texas College	U.S. - TX (Killeen)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Central Virginia Community College	U.S. - VA (Lynchburg)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Chippewa Valley Technical College	U.S. - WI (Eau Claire)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Cincinnati State	U.S. - OH (Cincinnati)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Clark State College	U.S. - OH (Springfield)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Clover Park Technical College	U.S. - WA (Lakewood)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Coastal Carolina Community College	U.S. - NC (Jacksonville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Coffeyville Community College	U.S. - KS (Coffeyville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
College of Staten Island - CUNY	U.S. - NY (Staten Island)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Bachelor of Science Program in Medical Laboratory Science (Medical Technology) at the College of Staten Island is a 4- year, 128-credit program of a combination of on campus course work and 28 weeks of clinical training. Clinical training may be completed at any of our affiliate hospitals in Staten Island, Brooklyn, or Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, Long Island, or New Jersey."
College of the Albemarle	U.S. - NC (Elizabeth City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
College of the Canyons	U.S. - CA (Santa Clarita)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
College of Southern Maryland	U.S. - MD (La Plata)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
College of Southern Nevada	U.S. - NV (Las Vegas)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The college offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Scientist and an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician.
College of the North Atlantic	Canada - NL (St. John's)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The curriculum for this program is designed to encompass three years of training ... Graduates of the program at the Prince Philip Drive Campus will be eligible to sit the certification examination set by the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)."
Colorado Mesa University	U.S. - CO (Grand Junction)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Columbia State Community College	U.S. - TN (Columbia)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Columbus State Community College	U.S. - OH (Columbus)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Community College of Allegheny County	U.S. - PA (West Mifflin)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Community College of Baltimore County	U.S. - MD (Baltimore)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Community College of Philadelphia	U.S. - PA (Philadelphia)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Community College of Rhode Island	U.S. - RI (Lincoln)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Concorde Career Colleges	U.S. - TN (Memphis)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Copiah-Lincoln Community College	U.S. - MS (Wesson)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The college offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Cuyahoga Community College	U.S. - OH (Cleveland)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Dalhousie University	Canada - NS (Halifax)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The post-diploma BHSc curriculum in Medical Laboratory Technololgy is equivalent to 2 years of full time university study (a total of 60 credit hours or 20 courses)."
Dallas College	U.S. - TX (Dallas)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Davidson-Davie Community College	U.S. - NC (Lexington)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
DeAnza College	U.S. - CA (Cupertino)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. and certificate program in Medical Laboratory Technology
Del Mar College	U.S. - TX (Corpus Christi)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Delaware Technical Community College	U.S. - DE (Georgetown)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Delgado Community College	U.S. - LA (New Orleans)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Des Moines Area Community College	U.S. - IA (Ankeny)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Dutchess Community College	U.S. - NY (Poughkeepsie)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Technician
East Carolina University	U.S. - NC (Greenville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS). A dual-degree program in CLS and biology also available.
East Texas Baptist University	U.S. - TX (Marshall)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS). "This program prepares technician-level clinical laboratory professionals to complete advanced laboratory coursework in preparation for national certification at the scientist level. The student must complete 40 hours of upper level clinical laboratory science courses as well as all appropriate general education requirements. This program is designed to be transfer friendly and is targeted towards both traditional and working adults. Students can go full or part-time and usually complete the program in one to two years (this is dependent on general education courses needed and the number of classes a student desires to take per semester). The program includes a certification preparation course. "
Eastern Florida State College	U.S. - FL (Cocoa)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Eastern Kentucky University	U.S. - KY (Richmond)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Our department offers an accredited program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Medical laboratory Science."
Eastern Michigan University	U.S. - MI (Ypsilanti)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The CLS program at EMU offers four concentrations, each leading to a bachelor's degree. Three of the four concentrations require a six- to 12-month clinical practicum in an affiliated hospital during the senior year."
Edison State Community College	U.S. - OH (Piqua)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
El Paso Community College	U.S. - TX (El Paso)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Emory Healthcare	U.S. - GA (Atlanta)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The program is designed to prepare students (already holding a bachelor's degree) for the national Medical Laboratory Science certifying examination by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Students are awarded a certificate in Medical Laboratory Science from the EHC MLS upon successful completion of the program."
Farmingdale State College	U.S. - NY (Farmingdale)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Fayetteville Technical Community College	U.S. - NC (Fayetteville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Ferris State University	U.S. - MI (Big Rapids)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Flathead Valley Community College	U.S. - MT (Kalispell)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Fletcher Technical Community College	U.S. - LA (Schriever)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Florence-Darlington Technical College	U.S. - SC (Florence)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Florida Gulf Coast University	U.S. - FL (Fort Myers)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers both a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) and a certificate in CLS
Florida Southern College	U.S. - FL (Lakeland)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science; "This four year degree includes experience working in the clinical laboratories of Lakeland Regional Health, a major health care provider in central Florida. Students will begin taking courses at the Medical Center hospital beginning in their third year, before transitioning into a full time internship at Lakeland Regional Health during their fourth year."
Florida State College at Jacksonville	U.S. - FL (Jacksonville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Folsom Lake College	U.S. - CA (Folsom)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Fortis Institute - Baton Rouge	U.S. - LA (Baton Rouge)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Fortis Institute - Birmingham	U.S. - AL (Birmingham)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Fortis Institute - Cookeville	U.S. - TN (Cookeville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Fortis Institute - Nashville	U.S. - TN (Nashville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Fox Valley Technical College	U.S. - WI (Appleton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University	U.S. - LA (Baton Rouge)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), as well as a Medical Laboratory Technician to B.S. in MLS track
Gadsen State Community College	U.S. - AL (Gadsden)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
George Mason University	U.S. - VA (Fairfax)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science, with concentrations in Molecular Biology or Microbiology
George Washington University	U.S. - DC (Washington)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a wide variety of bachelor's, post-bachelor's, and master's programs in Medical Laboratory Science
Grand Valley State University	U.S. - MI (Allendale)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in MLS. Students spend five semesters completing their general education and core science courses, followed by three semesters of MLS professional courses ... After admission to the program, students complete professional coursework, which also includes 18 weeks of clinical rotations at an affiliated hospital laboratory. MLS is a secondary admission program."
Grayson College	U.S. - TX (Van Alstyne)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Greenville Technical College	U.S. - SC (Greenville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Halifax Community College	U.S. - NC (Weldon)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Harcum College	U.S. - PA (Bryn Mawr)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Harrisburg Area Community College	U.S. - PA (Harrisburg)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Hawkeye Community College	U.S. - IA (Waterloo)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Henderson Community College	U.S. - KY (Henderson)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Heritage University	U.S. - WA (Toppenish)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and certificate in Medical Laboratory Science
Hibbing Community College	U.S. - MN (Hibbing)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology (online and in-person)
Hillsborough Community College	U.S. - FL (Tampa)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an advanced technical certificate (ATC) in Medical Laboratory Science; "This 16-month program involves didactic coursework in the classroom as well as laboratory training, followed by 22 weeks of clinical experience at an affiliated hospital laboratory site with an experienced medical laboratory scientist (MLS). Graduates are eligible to take the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Registry exam."
Hinds Community College	U.S. - MS (Jackson)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The college offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Hocking College	U.S. - OH (Nelsonville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Houston Community College	U.S. - TX (Houston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Houston Methodist	U.S. - TX (Houston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Houston Methodist Hospital Medical Laboratory Science Program is a 12-month professional course of study, which is fully accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Upon successful completion of this course of study, you will qualify for the examination and certification by the board of certification of the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP)."
Howard University	U.S. - DC (Washington)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Our four-year curriculum for the bachelor’s degree is divided into two sections: the Lower Division and Upper Division."
Hunter College	U.S. - NY (New York)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Two academic degrees for undergraduates are offered: the BS in Medical Laboratory Sciences: Biomedical Science and the BS in Medical Laboratory Sciences: Clinical Science. Both majors emphasize laboratory training through classroom work."
Idaho State University	U.S. - ID (Pocatello)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Illinois State University	U.S. - IL (Normal)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Immaculata University	U.S. - PA (Immaculata)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Allied Health, with a concentration in Medical Laboratory Science
Indian Hills Community College	U.S. - IA (Ottumwa)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Indian River State College	U.S. - FL (Fort Pierce)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Indiana State University	U.S. - IN (Terre Haute)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Biology with Specialization in Medical Laboratory Science Major (3-plus-1 Program) ... Fourth-year students accepted to the clinical courses register as full-time ISU students and, upon successful completion of the 12-month program, receive the 32-34 credit hours that are required for completion of the bachelor of science degree."
Indiana University School of Medicine	U.S. - IN (Indianapolis)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Indiana University School of Medicine Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Bachelor of Science degree program is the only university-based clinical laboratory science/ medical laboratory science program in Indiana."
Indiana University South Bend	U.S. - IN (South Bend)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLSS) prepares students for work in the clinical laboratory setting including hematology, immunology, microbiology, chemistry, phlebotomy, molecular diagnostics and blood bank. TheCLSS program is located in the newly renovated Riverside Hall, which houses a classroom and student laboratory. Students who graduate from thisNAACLSS nationally accredited program are eligible to sit for theASCPPBOCC Medical Laboratory Scientist generalist exam."
Iowa Central Community College	U.S. - IA (Fort Dodge)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Ivy Tech Community College	U.S. - IN (Various)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology at three different Indiana locations: Sellersburg, South Bend, and Terre Haute
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College	U.S. - VA (Richmond)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Jackson State Community College	U.S. - TN (Jackson)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Jefferson Community & Technical College	U.S. - KY (Louisville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Jefferson State Community College	U.S. - AL (Birmingham)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Kapiolani Community College	U.S. - HI (Honolulu)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Keiser University	U.S. - FL (Orlando)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Along with its B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science, the university offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician.
Kirkwood Community College	U.S. - IA (Coralville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Lake Area Technical College	U.S. - SD (Watertown)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The technical college offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician.
Lake Superior College	U.S. - MN (Duluth)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Lakeland Community College	U.S. - OH (Kirtland)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Lincoln Memorial University	U.S. - TN (Harrogate)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Loma Linda University	U.S. - CA (Loma Linda)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science, as well as a Phlebotomy certificate
Long Island University	U.S. - NY (Brookville)	Medical Laboratory Science Program - B.S. Medical Laboratory Science Program - M.S.	Offerings: B.S. and M.S.
Lorain County Community College	U.S. - OH (Elyria)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
Lord Fairfax Community College	U.S. - VA (Middletown)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Louisiana State University of Alexandria	U.S. - LA (Alexandria)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offerings: B.S. (3+1), B.S. (MLT-LMS), and Associate's in Medical Laboratory Science
Louisiana Tech University	U.S. - LA (Ruston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Educational programs in this major include three years of pre-professional work on the Tech campus and the senior year is a clinical internship. This clinical internship is completed in one of four traditional hospital based NAACLS accredited clinical programs or in one of Louisiana Tech’s two affiliated hospital systems. Admission is competitive for the clinical internship phase."
Jefferson Community & Technical College	U.S. - KY (Louisville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Madison Area Technical College	U.S. - WI (Madison)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Madisonville Community & Technical College	U.S. - KY (Madisonville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Manhattan Area Technical College	U.S. - KS (Manhattan)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Marion Technical College	U.S. - OH (Marion)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Marist College	U.S. - NY (Poughkeepsie)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Doesn't make explicitly clear what kind of degree is being earned, but probably a B.S.
Marquette University	U.S. - WI (Milwaukee)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Marshall University	U.S. - WV (Huntington)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician and Online B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Marywood University	U.S. - PA (Scranton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Students may spend three years at Marywood University fulfilling the university requirements and those of the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS). In this program, the students spend the fourth year at an accredited school of MLS, gaining theoretical and practical experience in the field of MLS."
Maysville Community & Technical College	U.S. - KY (Maysville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
McLennan Community College	U.S. - TX (Waco)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
McNeese State University	U.S. - LA (Lake Charles)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The curriculum consists of 120 semester hours. The first three years (81 hours) are completed on campus while the final year or clinical internship (39 hours) requires students to participate in web-based courses, campus lectures, and medical laboratory instruction."
Medical Education and Training Campus (Army and Navy)	U.S. - TX (Fort Sam Houston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The program prepares the laboratory technician to perform laboratory procedures at a medical treatment facility (MTF) under the supervision of a qualified laboratory technician/technologist. The instructional design of this program’s courses is group-lock step. This is a consolidated program with two military services that has a two phase, field of study schedule. Resident training is first conducted at the METC and then the student transitions to clinical training that is conducted at military and/or civilian MTF."
Mercer County Community College	U.S. - NJ (West Windsor)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Mercy College	U.S. - NY (Dobbs Ferry)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"CLS students will take three years of general education, basic and advanced science courses, followed by a clinical year that combines professional internships at regional hospital clinical laboratories with coursework. Students who have a bachelor’s degree in a biological or chemical science can complete the program in 12 months provided they have all the required pre-requisites at the time of admission."
Mercy College of Health Sciences	U.S. - IA (Des Moines)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Our three-semester Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) certificate offers one start date per year in the fall and includes intensive classroom instruction and clinical laboratory experiences."
Meridian Community College	U.S. - MS (Meridian)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The college offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Metropolitan State University of Denver	U.S. - CO (Denver)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Colorado Center for Medical Laboratory Science offers a post-BS level professional certificate program in medical laboratory science, historically known as medical technology."
Miami Dade College	U.S. - FL (Miami)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Along with its B.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Science, the college also offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science.
Miami University	U.S. - OH (Oxford)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Michener Institute	Canada - ON (Toronto)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Michener offers an advanced diploma (seven semesters across three years) in Medical Laboratory Science
Michigan State University	U.S. - MI (East Lansing)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The medical laboratory science (MLS) major does that with 14 credits of courses earned in residence at affiliated laboratories in Michigan and Ohio – total credits = 134."
Michigan Technological University	U.S. - MI (Houghton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science program is all about options - and with two degree concentrations, students can choose the route that best suits them. "
Mid-Plains Community College	U.S. - NE (North Platte)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Middlesex Community College	U.S. - MA (Lowell)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Midlands Technical College	U.S. - SC (Columbia)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College	U.S. - WI (Milwaukee)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Minnesota State Community and Technical College	U.S. - MN (Ferguson Falls)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"M State's 60-credit Associate in Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technology prepares students for lab technician positions ... The two-year program includes three semesters of general education, science and MLT courses, followed by 16 weeks of clinical experience in an affiliate hospital laboratory."
Minnesota State University - Mankato	U.S. - MN (Mankato)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Minnesota West Community & Technical College	U.S. - MN (Luverne)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Minot State University	U.S. - ND (Minot)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The medical laboratory science (MLS) program at Minot State University consists of courses designed to give you the necessary scientific background to enter clinical training at an accredited hospital laboratory. Three years of academic coursework will be completed at Minot State. Then, through an affiliation with the University of North Dakota (UND), you will spend 12 months in a clinical internship at one of the many participating accredited hospitals as a member of the Western College Alliance for MLS. Successful completion of the program results in a BS degree, and upon passing board exams, the title medical laboratory technologist."
Middlesex Community College	U.S. - MA (Lowell)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Mississippi Delta Community College	U.S. - MA (Moorhead)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College	U.S. - MA (Gautier)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Missouri Health Professions Consortium	U.S. - MO (Various)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Missouri Health Professions Consortium (MHPC) Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program is coordinated through Moberly Area Community College and is offered through" six different community colleges throughout the state. "Students interested in the MHPC MLT Program are admitted to the community college on the same basis as other students, but admission to the college does not guarantee admission into the Associate of Applied Science degree program in Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT). Students in the MHPC MLT Program register for all MLT courses through the “home campus” at which they have applied and been selected for MLT program admission." This is an A.A.S. program.
Mitchell Technical Institute	U.S. - SD (Mitchell)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Monmouth University (and Rutgers)	U.S. - NJ (West Long Branch/Newark)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Students majoring in Medical Laboratory Science complete 96 credits of collegiate work at Monmouth University, prescribed by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), followed by a twelve-month internship in an affiliated NAACLS-approved hospital."
Monroe Community College	U.S. - NY (Rochester)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Montana State University	U.S. - MT (Bozeman)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Students train during the summer at MSU and then move to one of eight hospitals for two semesters of clinical laboratory rotations. The program requires tuition and lab fees and students receive 37 credits over three semesters." 3+1 and 4+1 plans available.
Montgomery County Community College	U.S. - PA (Blue Bell)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Moraine Park Technical College	U.S. - WI (Fond du Lac)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Morgan State University	U.S. - MD (Baltimore)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The first two years of study, are designed as the pre- professionals phase and provide fundamentals of a liberal arts education and instruction in courses that are pre-requisites of Medical Laboratory Science. The junior and senior years of the Medical Laboratory Science curriculum are designated as the professional phase. The final component of the senior year professional phase is the twenty weeks of clinical practicum rotations held at various clinical sites in Maryland and surrounding areas."
Motlow State Community College	U.S. - TN (Smyrna)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Mount Mercy University	U.S. - IA (Cedar Rapids)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Through our unique and challenging 3+1 program, you’ll graduate with a full year of professional lab experience through an affiliated hospital, allowing you to complete your studies in four years rather than the typical five."
Nassau Community College	U.S. - NY (Garden City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
National Park College	U.S. - AR (Hot Springs)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Navarro College	U.S. - TX (Corsicana)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The college offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Nazareth College of Rochester	U.S. - NY (Rochester)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and a minor in Clinical Laboratory Science; "Our program offers guaranteed clinical rotations in area hospitals including the University of Rochester Medical Center, United Memorial Medical Center, and FF Thompson Hospital. No other area college offers that."
Neumann University	U.S. - PA (Aston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Biology, with a Clinical Laboratory Science track
New England Institute of Technology	U.S. - RI (East Greenwich)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
New York Medical College	U.S. - NY (Valhalla)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an M.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science; "Students in the Clinical Laboratory Sciences program will complete the training in clinical laboratory locations during the day and the didactic coursework at New York Medical College in the evening. After one year of coursework and clinical training has been successfully completed, students may be eligible to apply for a New York State provisional permit. Upon receipt, this permit will allow employment, within New York, as a clinical laboratory scientist while studies toward a Master of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences continue."
North Arkansas College	U.S. - AR (Harrison)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
North Dakota State University	U.S. - ND (Fargo)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Your path to a bachelor's of science degree with a major in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) includes three years of academic coursework, and an 11- to 12-month professional class and clinical experience/ internship within one of NDSU's affiliated hospital programs. All affiliated programs are accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS). "
North Georgia Technical College	U.S. - GA (Clarkesville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Technology
North Hennepin Community College	U.S. - MN (Brooklyn Park)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Northcentral Technical College	U.S. - WI (Wausau)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Northeast Mississippi Community College	U.S. - MS (Booneville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Northeast State Community College	U.S. - TN (Mt. Pleasant)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Northeast Texas Community College	U.S. - TX (Corsicana)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The college offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College	U.S. - WI (Green Bay)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College	U.S. - OK (Miami)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Northeastern State University	U.S. - OK (Various)	Medical Laboratory Technician Program 1 Medical Laboratory Technician Program 2	Offerings: 2+2 and 3+1 B.S.
Northern College	Canada - ON (South Porcupine)	Medical Laboratory Technician Program	"Credential Earned: Ontario College Certificate; Program Length: 3 Semesters"
Northern Illinois University	U.S. - IL (DeKalb)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers traditional B.S. in MLS as well as a degree completion program
Northern Michigan University	U.S. - MI (Marquette)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science with multiple types of concentrations, as well as an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Technology and an M.S. in Clinical Molecular Diagnostics
Northern Virginia Community College	U.S. - VA (Springfield)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Northwestern College	U.S. - IA (Orange City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The program is based upon three years of college preparatory work and one year in clinical, professional training at one of several hospital-based programs affiliated with Northwestern College. Upon satisfactory completion of the four years of study, the student will receive the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in medical laboratory science."
Northwestern Health Sciences University	U.S. - MN (Bloomington)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Medical Laboratory Science is typically completed in 24 months ... Clinical internships completed in trimester 6 are tailored to each student individually. Clinical locations are found throughout the Midwest so all students should prepare for the possibility of an out-of-state placement." The university also offers an A.A.S. program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Oakton Community College	U.S. - IL (Des Plaines)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Ohio Dominion University	U.S. - VA (Norfolk)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"When the B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science (BSMLS) degree requirements are successfully completed, the graduate is eligible for examination and certification through the Board of Certification (BOC) of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). "
Ohio Northern University	U.S. - OH (Ada)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"We offer a NAACLS accredited bachelor’s degree program and a post-baccalaureate certificate program in medical laboratory science. Both programs include biology, chemistry, organic chemistry and anatomy courses and emphasize hands-on learning."
Ohio State University	U.S. - OH (Columbus)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers several certification and post-graduate options in Medical Laboratory Science
Oklahoma Christian University	U.S. - OK (Edmond)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Bachelor's program; "The major consists of three years of university work, plus two semesters of Medical Laboratory Science Program courses."
Orange County Community College	U.S. - NY (Middletown)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Oregon Tech	U.S. - OR (Wilsonville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (BS MLS) is offered through a joint partnership between Oregon Tech and Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) ... To make sure our graduates are adept and self-assured professionals, BS MLS students participate in an extensive externship program. This clinical experience, includes an on campus simulated lab completed before students participate in 12 weeks of applied study and training in clinical laboratories."
Otero College	U.S. - CO (La Junta)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Ozarks Technical Community College	U.S. - MO (Springfield)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Panola College	U.S. - TX (Carthage)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Pearl River Community College	U.S. - MS (Hattiesburg)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Penn State Hazleton	U.S. - PA (Hazleton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences	U.S. - PN (Lancaster)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a certificate in Medical Laboratory Science
Phillips Community College	U.S. - AR (Helena)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Phoenix College	U.S. - AZ (Phoenix)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. and certificate in Medical Laboratory Science
Pierpont Community and Technical College	U.S. - WV (Fairmont)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Pima Community College	U.S. - AZ (Tuscon)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Portland Community College	U.S. - OR (Portland)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Providence Sacred Heart School of Medical Technology	U.S. - WA (Spokane)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a certificate program that serves as the "+1" of a 3+1 or 4+1 B.S. program
Purdue University	U.S. - IN (West Lafayette)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"3 years plus 1 year clinical (application required for clinical)"
Quincy College	U.S. - MA (Quincy)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Quinnipiac University	U.S. - CT (New Haven)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The comprehensive examination in medical laboratory sciences (2 credits) is a requirement for the non-thesis option in the Biomedical Sciences program."
Radford University Carilion	U.S. - VA (Roanoke)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	B.S. program: "This four-year degree program leads to a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science and prepares students for the national certification exam administered by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP)." The university also has a certificate program: "This one-year program is designed for applicants who have previously completed a baccalaureate degree in a related science and want to further their education or change careers, but do not have enough transfer credits to complete a second baccalaureate degree in Medical Laboratory Science."
Rasmussen University	U.S. - MN (Lake Elmo)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Reading Area Community College	U.S. - PA (Reading)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Red River College	Canada - MB (Winnipeg)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a twenty-eight (28) month advanced diploma in Medical Laboratory Science
River Valley Community College	U.S. - NH (Claremont)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
River Valley Community College	U.S. - NH (Claremont)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Rose State College	U.S. - OK (Midwest City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Rutgers	U.S. - NJ (Newark)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Our 45-credit curriculum begins in the summer semester. It can be taken full-time in four semesters, or part-time in eight semesters. It is located on the Newark campus, with some didactic components offered online. On and off-campus practical experiences complement classroom instruction."
Saginaw Valley State University	U.S. - MI (University City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The program consists of two and one half years of general education and medical laboratory science program prerequisites, including supporting courses in biology and chemistry. The last semester of the third year and the entire fourth year of study consist of the professional phase courses of the program."
Saint Paul College	U.S. - MN (St. Paul)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Saint Louis University	U.S. - MO (St. Louis)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS; online and in-person), as well as a post-baccalaureate certificate in MLS, with three specializations
SAIT Polytechnic	Canada - AB (Calgary)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Two-year diploma including clinical practica
Salisbury University	U.S. - MD (Salisbury)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science, as well as several associated minors
San Diego Miramar College	U.S. - CA (San Diego)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
San Francisco State University	U.S. - CA (San Francisco)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"SF State's Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Internship Program offers a 14-month full-time program that combines 16 weeks of lecture and laboratory instruction on the campus, followed by a 40-week off-campus internship at an affiliated clinical laboratory site. Completion of the internship program is required for eligibility to national board certification examinations and the California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license."
San Jacinto College	U.S. - TX (Pasadena)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
San Jose State University	U.S. - CA (San Francisco)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Training Program, offered by the Department of Biological Sciences, is a 12-month program that enables students to obtain a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Certificate from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), as well as a California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License issued by the California Department of Public Health. The program is approximately 55 weeks long. Students spend 32 hours a week training on site at one of our hospital affiliates, and 8 hours a week taking part in formal coursework online."
Sandhills Community College	U.S. - NC (Pinehurst)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Santa Fe College	U.S. - FL (Alachua)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
Saskatchewan Polytechnic	Canada - SK (Saskatoon)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Medical Laboratory Technology is a nationally accredited two-and-a-half-year diploma program offered at Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatoon ... Graduates are eligible to write the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) General Medical Laboratory Technology certification exam. This entitles you to work anywhere in Canada and to register as a licensed Medical Laboratory Technologist with the Saskatchewan Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists (SSMLT)."
Seminole State College	U.S. - OK (Seminole)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Seward County Community College	U.S. - KS (Liberal)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Shawnee State University	U.S. - OH (Portsmouth)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Shoreline Community College	U.S. - WA (Shoreline)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers both an A.A.S. and certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology
Sinclair Community College	U.S. - OH (Dayton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Technology
Somerset Community College	U.S. - KY (Somerset)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
South Central College	U.S. - MN (North Mankato)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
South Dakota State University	U.S. - SD (Brookings)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers several B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science, as well as an upward mobility program and Phlebotomy certificate
South Louisiana Community College	U.S. - LA (Lafayette)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Southeast Community College	U.S. - NE (Lincoln)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Southeast Health College of Nursing & Health Sciences	U.S. - MO (Cape Girardeau)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science program is a one-year certificate program that allows new students to prepare for a career in laboratory science. Upon successful completion, graduates will be eligible to apply for admission to the nationally recognized certification exam administered by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)."
Southeastern Community College	U.S. - NC (Whiteville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Southeastern Technical College	U.S. - GA (Vidalia)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Southern Illinois Collegiate Common Market	U.S. - IL (Herrin)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Southern Regional Technical College	U.S. - GA (Thomasville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Technology
Southern University of Shreveport	U.S. - LA (Shreveport)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Southern West Virginia Community & Technical College	U.S. - WV (Mount Gay)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Southwest Minnesota State University	U.S. - MN (Marshall)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Southwest Tennessee Community College	U.S. - TN (Memphis)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College	U.S. - WI (Fennimore)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Southwestern College	U.S. - CA (National City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Southwestern Community College	U.S. - NC (Sylva)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Southwestern Illinois College	U.S. - IL (Belleville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Southwestern Oklahoma State University	U.S. - OK (Weatherford)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Spartanburg Community College	U.S. - SC (Spartanburg)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Springfield Technical Community College	U.S. - MA (Springfield)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
St. Clair College	Canada - ON (Windsor)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program Medical Laboratory Technician Program	MLS: "Three Year - Ontario College Advanced Diploma"; MLT: "One Year - Ontario College Certificate (delivered in less than 1 year)"
St. Cloud State University	U.S. - MN (St. Cloud)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a 3+1 or 2+2 bachelor program
St. Edward's University	U.S. - TX (Austin)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. + M.S.; "The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston has an agreement with St. Edward’s through which students can earn two degrees in five years. Students complete three years at St. Edward’s and two years of clinical training at UTMB. Through this program, you can earn a bachelor’s degree in Biology from St. Edward’s and a master’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science from UTMB."
St. Francis University	U.S. - PA (Loretto)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Bachelor of Health Science degree with a concentration in Medical Laboratory Science (B.H.S.M.L.S.) is a degree completion program designed to provide professional development and educational options for Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs)."
St. John's University	U.S. - NY (Queens)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Sciences
St. Lawrence College	Canada - ON (Kingston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Three-year program to earn an Ontario College Advanced Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science
St. Louis Community College	U.S. - MO (St. Louis)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
St. Luke's College	U.S. - IA (Sioux City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science program at St. Luke's College will provide 11 months of professional studies committed to classroom and practical instruction. Clinical experience in the laboratory at UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's and MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center will help you work with accuracy and precision while performing diagnostic tests."
St. Philip's College	U.S. - TX (San Antonio)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program prepares Health Science professionals to perform analysis on blood and body fluids to enable a physician to diagnose and monitor the treatment of diseases. The MLT program helps students obtain marketable skills for entry-level positions. Graduates earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree. "
Stanly Community College	U.S. - NC (Locust)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Stark State College	U.S. - OH (North Canton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Stevenson University	U.S. - MD (Owings Mills)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and minor in Medical Laboratory Science
Stony Brook University	U.S. - NY (Stony Brook)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program at Stony Brook University is an upper-division program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. Upon completion of the program, the graduates are eligible to take the National ASCP Board Certification Exam and are New York State License eligible."
SUNY Broome Community College	U.S. - NY (Binghamton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Technician
SUNY Erie Community College	U.S. - NY (Williamsville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Technician
Tarleton State University	U.S. - TX (Fort Worth)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offerings: Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Science (BS-MLS), Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences (MS-MLS), Health Professions Technology (BAT-HPT), Public Health (BS in PH), Medical Laboratory Technician (AAS-MLT), Histotechnician (AAS-HT)
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi	U.S. - TX (Corpus Christi)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science degree requires a minimum of 120 semester hours: 42 are from designated Core Curriculum Program courses, 17 are from clinical laboratory core courses, 8 are required Foundation courses and 51-53 are Clinical courses."
Texas Southern University	U.S. - TX (Houston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Upon completion of this program, the student earns the Bachelor of Science Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science. Graduates are eligible to take a national certification examination to become a certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS; ASCP) or Medical Technologist (MT; AMT)."
Texas Southmost College	U.S. - NY (Brownsville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Technology
Texas State University	U.S. - TX (San Marcos)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. degrees in Clinical Laboratory Science
Texas Tech University	U.S. - TX (Lubbock)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers two B.S. degrees in Clinical Laboratory Science, as well as a post-baccalaureate certificate
Thomas More College	U.S. - KY (Crestview Hills)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Thomas Jefferson University	U.S. - PA (Philadelphia)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a variety of B.S. and M.S. programs in Medical Laboratory Science
Thomas University	U.S. - GA (Thomasville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Bachelor's options: 2+ 2 Online Option or Traditional Campus-Based Program
Tidewater Community College	U.S. - VA (Virginia Beach)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Tri-County Technical College	U.S. - SC (Pendleton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Trident Technical College	U.S. - SC (Charleston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Tulsa Community College	U.S. - OK (Tulsa)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Turtle Mountain Community College	U.S. - ND (Belcourt)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Tyler Junior College	U.S. - TX (Tyler)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
University at Buffalo	U.S. - NY (Buffalo)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Technology
University of Alabama at Birmingham	U.S. - AL (Birmingham)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an M.S. in Clinical Laboratory Sciences
University of Alaska - Anchorage	U.S. - AK (Anchorage)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offerings: Associate of Applied Science, Medical Laboratory Technology and Bachelor of Science, Medical Laboratory Science
University of Alberta	Canada - AB (Edmonton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"This is a three year program at the University of Alberta with students admitted to the program after a minimum of one pre-professional year. Students graduate with a B.Sc. (MLS) and gain professional certification from the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science."
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences	U.S. - AR (Little Rock)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Medical Laboratory Sciences program offers a full or part-time track beginning each fall semester. Online students may be admitted in the spring. The full-time track requires 17 months to complete. The program also offers an MLT-to-MLS distance track that is designed for medical laboratory technicians (MLTs) certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent agency. The MLT-to-MLS track can be completed in 3 semesters (full time) or 5 semesters (part time). Upon completion of the full-time, part-time, or MLT-to-MLS track, a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences is awarded. The program also offers a non-degree option for those students not desiring a Bachelor of Science degree. Certification as an MLT or equivalent is preferred for non-degree students. The maximum number of credits that may be taken in this option is 24 hours."
University of Bridgeport	U.S. - CT (Bridgeport)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of British Columbia	Canada - BC (Vancouver)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Central Florida	U.S. - FL (Orlando)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences
University of Cincinnati	U.S. - OH (Cincinnati)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The University of Cincinnati's Medical Laboratory Science program has several program track and certificiate options for you to choose from."
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs	U.S. - CO (Colorado Springs)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences
University of Connecticut	U.S. - CT (Storrs)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences
University of Delaware	U.S. - DE (Newark)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and M.S. in Medical Laboratory Sciences
University of Findlay	U.S. - OH (Findlay)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The University of Findlay's MLS program will prepare you to enter an accredited clinical education training program. The program includes courses that are required for certification as well as the general education requirements needed for a bachelor of science degree. When completing the bachelor of science degree with a major in medical laboratory science, you are also earning a minor in biology and are only one course away from earning a minor in chemistry."
University of Hawaii at Manoa	U.S. - HI (Honolulu)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Our program is a career-pathway structure where students progress from associate degree Medical Lab Technician (MLT) to bachelor’s degree Medical Lab Scientist (MLS). Applications are accepted in fall and spring."
University of Illinois - Springfield	U.S. - IL (Springfield)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers several B.S. options in Medical Laboratory Science, with specializations in medical laboratory technology or pre-med.
University of Indianapolis	U.S. - IN (Indianapolis)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The medical laboratory science degree program is highly competitive, requiring three years of coursework at UIndy and completion of a 12-month clinical training program in a hospital laboratory during the fourth year of undergraduate study."
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine	U.S. - IA (Iowa City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"University of Iowa's Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine offers a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory sciences through an affiliation with Allen College in Waterloo, Iowa. The program provides patient-centered educational opportunities, with theoretical knowledge and practical experience in hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, immunohematology, immunology, endocrinology, and molecular diagnostics. Students can enroll in the program as the final year of a bachelor’s degree or as an additional year following receipt of a bachelor’s degree."
University of Kansas	U.S. - KS (Kansas City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S., M.S., and Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Kentucky	U.S. - KY (Lexington)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Track Options: Second B.S. Degree, Transfer Students, Online MLT to MLS
University of Louisiana at Monroe	U.S. - LA (Monroe)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The program is a minimum four-year curriculum, which includes a solid foundation in basic sciences, a broad background in medical laboratory science with several specialized courses..."
University of Maine	U.S. - ME (Orono)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Maine at Presque Isle	U.S. - ME (Presque Isle)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
University of Mary	U.S. - ND (Bismarck)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. or B.A. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Maryland	U.S. - MD (Baltimore)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science and M.S. in Laboratory Management
University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth	U.S. - MA (Dartmouth)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"UMass Dartmouth offers a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science. All graduates meet requirements for national certification or state licensure."
University of Massachusetts - Lowell	U.S. - MA (Lowell)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Applied Biomedical Sciences, with an option in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Minnesota	U.S. - MN (Minneapolis)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The University of Minnesota’s Medical Laboratory Sciences program is the only accredited 4-year baccalaureate degree program in a public institution in the State of Minnesota."
University of Mississippi	U.S. - MS (Jackson)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Department of Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences offers two types of Medical Laboratory Science bachelor degree programs to assist students with their career goals": a traditional B.S. and an MLT-MLS advanced standing bachelor degree program.
University of Missouri - Columbia	U.S. - MO (Columbia)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and M.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Montana - Missoula	U.S. - MT (Missoula)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Both UM and MSU offer 3+1 or 4+1 curriculum options. Either course of study results in a B.S. degree in Medical Laboratory Science (UM) or Microbiology with an emphasis in Medical Laboratory Science (MSU)."
University of Mount Union	U.S. - OH (Alliance)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Bachelor of Science degree in medical laboratory science at the University of Mount Union combines three years of on-campus study with a final year of professional training in medical technology and laboratory science at one of our affiliated hospital-based schools. This clinical year amounts to 2,000 hours of intense study and lab experience, culminating in a comprehensive examination."
University of New Brunswick	Canada - NB (Fredericton/St. John)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The BMLS degree requires completion of the MLT program either prior to or after completion of 84 credit hours of courses at UNB. For graduation, students must have completed the UNB portion of the degree as well as 2.5 years of the MLT program at NBCC-SJ and have passed the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) exams required for professional practice."
University of New Hampshire	U.S. - NH (Durham)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"UNH has the only four-year, NAACLS-accredited medical laboratory science program in New Hampshire, giving students a path to become certified medical laboratory scientists with the American Society of Clinical Pathology."
University of New Haven	U.S. - CT (New Haven)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Students who already hold a B.S. in the biological, forensic, chemical or physical sciences have the option to earn a second bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science in as few as two years ... In addition to professional medical laboratory science coursework, students complete — within two semesters — clinical rotations that give them invaluable hands-on experience. At the program’s conclusion, students are eligible to take the national certification exam to qualify as a medical laboratory scientist."
University of New Mexico - Gallup	U.S. - NM (Gallup)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
University of New Mexico	U.S. - NM (Albuquerque)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	U.S. - NC (Chapel Hill)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and M.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
University of North Dakota	U.S. - ND (Grand Forks)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"We issue a bachelor's degree and/or certificate in MLS through six different routes of study."
University of North Texas	U.S. - TX (Denton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Students complete a minimum of 88 semester hours at UNT prior to entering clinical training. Then students must enroll in a minimum of 12 months of clinical training (for a minimum of 32 semester hours) at any hospital or university laboratory approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences."
University of Ontario Institute of Technology	Canada - ON (Toronto)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Regina	Canada - SK (Regina)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of South Carolina	U.S. - SC (Aiken)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
University of South Dakota	U.S. - SD (Vermillion)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Students spend 3 years on the USD campus completing medical laboratory science major requirements, university degree requirements, general education, and the fourth year is spent at an affiliated School of Medical Laboratory Science where students complete their clinical requirements. The program culminates in a Bachelor of Science degree from the USD School of Health Sciences."
University of Southern Mississippi	U.S. - MS (Hattiesburg)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Saint Francis	U.S. - IN (Crown Point)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
University of Tennessee	U.S. - TN (Memphis)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offerings: B.S., M.S., and an online MLT to MLS program
University of Tennessee - Knoxville	U.S. - TN (Knoxville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Texas - El Paso	U.S. - TX (El Paso)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Texas - MD Anderson Cancer Center	U.S. - TX (Houston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley	U.S. - TX (Edinburg)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Texas at Austin	U.S. - TX (Austin)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science degree at UT is a 3+1 program. Students take 3 years of courses at UT, and their final 12-16 months off campus at one of UT’s affiliate clinical programs. MLS majors take a variety of Biology, Biochemistry, and Chemistry courses before their clinical program. After completing UT coursework and the clinical program, students take their ASCP exams and receive their Bachelor of Science degree from UT."
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio	U.S. - TX (San Antonio)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston	U.S. - TX (Galveston)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offerings: B.S., M.S., Doctoral and a categorical certification program
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia	U.S. - PA (Philadelphia)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Toledo	U.S. - OH (Toledo)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Technology
University of Utah	U.S. - UT (Salt Lake City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers several B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science, as well as certificates and an M.S.
University of Vermont	U.S. - VT (Burlington)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. and M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Washington	U.S. - WA (Seattle)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The MLS Program is a full-time, four-year course of study and is divided into two major parts: the Pre-professional Phase and the Professional Phase ... Graduates of the program earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science."
University of West Florida	U.S. - FL (Pensacola)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S., MLT-MLS B.S., and certificate program in Medical/Clinical Laboratory Sciences
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse	U.S. - WI (La Crosse)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The curriculum requires a minimum of six semesters and a summer session on campus to complete the pre-professional and pre-clinical courses. Students spend an additional nine months of clinical education in a hospital-sponsored, accredited program during their senior year. A Bachelor of Science degree is awarded at the satisfactory completion of all required course work."
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee	U.S. - WI (Milwaukee)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Applied Health Sciences, with a Medical Laboratory Science concentration
University of Wisconsin - Parkside	U.S. - WI (Kenosha)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point	U.S. - WI (Stevens Point)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Wyoming - Casper	U.S. - WY (Casper)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The MLS program is composed of 60 credit hours of course work between the junior and senior years, with the final semester being reserved for advanced clinical practicum courses. The program curriculum is based on major requirements of the University of Wyoming’s School of Health Science, and program specific requirements for NAACLS accreditation."
Utah State University	U.S. - UT (Price)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Utah Tech University	U.S. - UT (St. George)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Virginia Commonwealth University	U.S. - VA (Richmond)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offerings: B.S., M.S., and Ph.D.
Virginia Western Community College	U.S. - UT (Roanoke)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Volunteer State Community College	U.S. - TN (Gallatin)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Wake Technical Community College	U.S. - NC (Raleigh)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Wallace State Community College	U.S. - AL (Hanceville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Washburn University	U.S. - KS (Topeka)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
Washington Adventist University	U.S. - MD (Takoma Park)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The medical laboratory science program consists of three years of study at Washington Adventist University, followed by a 12- or 13-month senior year in a hospital-based medical laboratory science program. The hospital program affiliated with Washington Adventist University is Andrews University, which is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
Washington State Community College	U.S. - OH (Marietta)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Wayne Community College	U.S. - NC (Goldsboro)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Wayne State University	U.S. - MI (Detroit)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
Weber State University	U.S. - UT (Ogden)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S., A.A.S., and certificate in Medical Laboratory Science
Wenatchee Valley College	U.S. - WA (Wenatchee)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
West Georgia Technical College	U.S. - GA (Waco)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Clinical Laboratory Technology
West Kentucky Community & Technical College	U.S. - KY (Paducah)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
West Liberty University	U.S. - WV (West Liberty)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Program at WLU is a 2+2 program. The freshman and sophomore years are devoted to studying basic science and general study courses. Near the completion of the sophomore year, students may apply for admission into the MLS Program ... Progression through the program is contingent upon the student passing all required coursework in general studies and clinical laboratory science, and successfully completing the clinical practicum (or rotations) at our clinical affiliates"
West Virginia University	U.S. - WV (Morgantown)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The WVU Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science, is a four-year program..." with two areas of emphasis: clinical laboratory scientist and histotechnologist.
Western Dakota Technical College	U.S. - SD (Rapid City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The technical college offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician.
Western Nebraska Community College	U.S. - NE (Scottsbluff)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Western Piedmont Community College	U.S. - NC (Morganton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Western Technical College	U.S. - WI (La Crosse)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician
Wichita State University	U.S. - KS (Wichita)	Laboratory Science/Technology Program	B.S. program: "The 17-month professional phase consists of 12 months of instruction on the WSU campus and 5 months clinical practice at a medical facility."
Wilkes University	U.S. - PA (Wilkes-Barre)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science (3+1)
Winston-Salem State University	U.S. - NC (Winston-Salem)	Laboratory Science/Technology Program	The university offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science in two formats: traditional on-campus and MLT-to-CLS online.
Wright State University	U.S. - OH (Dayton)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Bachelor program: "The Medical Laboratory Science program includes three years of study at Wright State and a one-year clinical laboratory curriculum accredited by the American Medical Association Council on Medical Education through the National Accrediting Agency of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)."
Wytheville Community College	U.S. - VA (Wytheville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
York College	U.S. - NY (Jamaica)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science
York College of Pennsylvania	U.S. - PA (York)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"During your junior year, you will apply for clinicals at an accredited program to be completed during your senior year. You can choose to apply at one of our five affiliated programs or another accredited clinical program in the United States. Upon completion of the Medical Laboratory Science program at York College, you will be required to pass the Medical Lab Scientist (ASCP) Certification."
York Technical College	U.S. - SC (Rock Hill)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technology
Youngstown State University	U.S. - OH (Youngstown)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science; "[t]his "3+1" program allows you to take courses in the classroom to broaden your understanding before moving on to spend your final year doing hands-on laboratory work through an MLS-accredited hospital program." Also offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician.
Zane State College	U.S. - OH (Zanesville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers an A.A.S. in Medical Laboratory Technician

4.2.2 One-year hospital-based programs

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One-year hospital-based programs
School/Hospital	Location	Program	Description
Akron Children's Hospital	U.S. - OH (Akron)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Akron Cooperative Medical Laboratory Science Program (ACMLSP or MLS Program) is a collaborative effort among Akron Children’s Hospital and Summa Health."
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center	U.S. - CA (Colton)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Students rotate through all areas of the laboratory during the 12-month (40 hours per week) training program. The program includes both lectures and clinical training. The program charges no tuition. Students receive a certificate upon completion of the program. Successful completion qualifies students to sit for a national certification exam and/or California licensure."
Ascension Michigan	U.S. - MI (Grosse Pointe Woods)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Our Clinical Program offers two cohorts, featuring summer start (July) and winter start (January). During the structured competency-based clinical education program, you spend approximately 40 hours a week, eight hours a day dividing your time between the classroom, the laboratory and other enrichment assignments. "
Ascension Wisconsin - St. Elizabeth	U.S. - WI (Appleton)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Students receive practical and classroom instruction in various aspects of laboratory medicine during the structured nine-month program ... Undergraduate students who successfully complete the program receive a baccalaureate degree from their respective college or university. All graduates of the program receive a certificate and school pin and are eligible to take a national certification examination in the clinical laboratory sciences."
Ascension St. Vincent's Jacksonville	U.S. - FL (Jacksonville)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"As a hospital based program, acceptance into the program guarantees clinical placement. The curriculum includes 50 weeks of instruction with classes starting each year in January and late June. Each class has a maximum capacity of five students."
Aspirus Wausau Hospital	U.S. - WI (Wausau)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Aspirus Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Program at Aspirus Wausau hospital offers an intensive 9-month educational program providing didactic and laboratory experience in all major departments of a hospital clinical lab. The program is available for students through affiliated baccalaureate degree CLS programs ... The Aspirus CLS program accepts five or six students annually and begins around early September and continues through May."
Augusta Health	U.S. - VA (Fishersville)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The program is rigorous and consists of over 1500 clock hours of instruction which is equivalent to 40 semester-credit hours. It is intended to provide didactic and practical instruction in the field of clinical laboratory science to prepare program graduates to sit for the national certification exam. "
Austin State Hospital	U.S. - TX (Austin)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The program is designed to instruct students in academic and practical phases of laboratory medicine. Graduates are eligible to take the Medical Laboratory Scientist Board of Certification examination given by the American Society for Clinical Pathology."
Baptist Medical Center South	U.S. - AL (Montgomery)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Baptist Health offers a one-year hospital-based medical technology internship ... After successful completion of the internship the affiliated university awards the bachelor's degree ... The School of Medical Laboratory Science is affiliated with Auburn University and Troy University."
Bayfront Health St. Petersburg	U.S. - FL (St. Petersburg)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"...offers a 50-week curriculum that can lead to a bachelor's degree for students attending an affiliated university or a certificate of completion for non-affiliated students."
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple	U.S. - TX (Temple)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple Program in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) is a one-year training program for students who have a bachelor's degree in the sciences (4+1) or who are currently enrolled in a clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science or medical technology degree program (3+1)."
Beaumont Hospital	U.S. - MI (Royal Oak)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"This 44-week clinical laboratory education program is designed for post-baccalaureate, non-MLS degree candidates. The inaugural class began in January 2022."
Berkshire Medical Center	U.S. - MA (Pittsfield)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Berkshire Medical Center School of Medical Technology offers a 12-month program for six full-time students. The school year begins the first week in July and ends the following June."
Cleveland Clinic	U.S. - OH (Cleveland)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The program consists of 47 weeks of lecture and laboratory experience ... The courses include lectures, student lab and clinical lab experience. Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus Hospital and Akron General are the two locations for the clinical lab experience."
Comanche County Memorial Hospital	U.S. - OK (Lawton)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The program is dedicated to providing an effective and comprehensive educational program for Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science students to produce well-educated Medical Laboratory personnel for Comanche County Memorial Hospital and Southwest Oklahoma as well."
Community Healthcare System Central Laboratory	U.S. - IN (Munster)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"...the School of Medical Laboratory Science, an 11-month program designed for baccalaureate graduates in the biological sciences or 3+1 option for students at Purdue University Northwest and Calumet College of St. Joseph."
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center	U.S. - PA (Johnstown)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Conemaugh School of Medical Laboratory Science offers a 48-week program that provides theoretical and clinical training for qualified, academically prepared students."
Cox Medical Center	U.S. - MO (Springfield)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"CoxHealth offers a 12-month, hospital-based program that provides a certificate of completion for clinical training in Medical Laboratory Science. Our program is based at Cox Medical Center south, a regional health care center. This nearly 650-bed facility includes a large outpatient center, Level I Trauma Center, and much more. During the program, you’ll spend 8 hours a day, 4 days a week at the hospital, working and learning under the supervision of the program director."
Denver Health School of Medical Laboratory Science	U.S. - CO (Denver)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The School of Medical Laboratory Science is an 11-month hospital-based education program, offered by Denver Health, designed to provide theoretical knowledge and student and clinical laboratory experiences in all laboratory disciplines. The program begins in early January and finishes in mid-November."
DMC University Laboratories	U.S. - MI (Detroit)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The program accepts 10 students each year for 36 weeks of practical training. Both degree and non degree students are acceptable, providing admission criteria are met."
Eisenhower Health	U.S. - CA (Rancho Mirage)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Students spend 12 months learning the specialties of each area of the clinical laboratory. Interpersonal skills are fostered through interactions with patients, physicians, clients, and colleagues ... Our CLS/MLS program is 52 weeks long and begins every September. Students are required to attend classes 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays."
Evanston Hospital	U.S. - IL (Evanston)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The goal of the Program is to prepare competent men and women for the profession of Medical Laboratory Scientist. This goal is accomplished through the student’s participation in a curriculum that includes a 6 week basic laboratory course as well as clinical rotations and didactic instruction in each laboratory specialty."
Franciscan St. Francis Health - Hammond	U.S. - IN (Hammond)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The one-year program offers students the chance to train at a hospital site and a high-volume core laboratory site ... Interns must be in class eight hours a day, Monday-Friday. They take frequent written and practical exams throughout the year. Once you complete the internship, you will sit for a national board of registry exam. Read our program brochure (PDF) for more information."
Franciscan St. Francis Health - Indianapolis	U.S. - IN (Indianapolis)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The program accepts students in the final year of a baccalaureate degree program at an affiliated college or university, or those with a bachelor's degree. Students earn 32 college credit hours and receive eight hours of instruction a day. Credit can be transferred to an affiliated college or university to fulfill requirements for a bachelor of science degree."
Good Samaritan Hospital	U.S. - IN (St. Vincennes)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The program is a 'rotation-based' clinical experience, i.e. there is no student laboratory. Students spend most of their days at the bench training alongside certified medical laboratory scientists."
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital	U.S. - PA (Sayre)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Medical Laboratory Sciences program combines a high caliber education with a state-of-the-art learning environment to provide a 50-week internship, on top of 3-4 years of college. Upon successful completion of the internship, the student receives a baccalaureate degree from their affiliated university and a certificate in Clinical Laboratory Sciences from the Program."
Hennepin County Medical Center	U.S. - MN (Minneapolis)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science program accepts students from MLS programs at 5 affiliated universities. Students spend approximately 9 months in our clinical laboratory training. Completion of coursework here at HCMC earns college credit at their home university. The Phlebotomy Technician program accepts students for a 12-week certificate program including both lecture and practical training. Enrollment at an affiliated university or school is not needed for the Phlebotomy Technician program."
Houston Methodist Hospital	U.S. - TX (Houston)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Houston Methodist Hospital Medical Laboratory Science Program is a 12-month professional course of study, which is fully accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Upon successful completion of this course of study, you will qualify for the examination and certification by the board of certification of the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP)."
Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital	U.S. - IN (Indianapolis)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"After meeting the prerequisites, students apply for a full-time internship at Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital Medical Laboratory Science Program. The program runs for 11 months, full-time days and is divided into two phases."
Inova Fairfax Hospital	U.S. - VA (Falls Church)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Inova Fairfax Hospital Medical Laboratory Science program is a highly competitive and rigorous 11-month-long program consisting of over 1,700 clock hours of instruction. The program is intended to qualify its graduates to take the National Board of Certification examination given by the American Society for Clinical Pathology in pursuit of the MLS (ASCP) certification. We enroll 6-8 students each year."
Jersey Shore University Medical Center	U.S. - NJ (Neptune)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) program at Florence M. Cook School is a full-time eleven-month hospital-based program. It is fully accredited by the National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS)."
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital	U.S. - LA (Lake Charles)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The clinical program is approximately 12 months and culminates in a certificate of completion with the individual university granting 40 semester hours credit for the clinical rotation year and a BS degree in Medical Technology, where applicable. This certificate allows the student to sit for a national certification examination which is recognized worldwide."
Lexington Medical Center	U.S. - SC (West Columbia)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Program is 12-month in length and begins and ends each August. No more than four students are enrolled at a time, allowing for an extremely low student-to-teacher ratio that maximizes learning."
Louisiana State University Health New Orleans	U.S. - LA (New Orleans)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Students enter the curriculum in medical technology in the Spring semester and continue for 16 months, including four months at one of the affiliated clinical sites. The student is awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in medical technology upon completion of the curriculum and is eligible to take national certifying exams in medical technology/clinical laboratory science."
Marshfield Clinic Health System	U.S. - WI (Marshfield)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"Students enroll in the Medical Laboratory Science program at one of the affiliated universities and complete their classroom studies on campus. Students then spend the equivalent of their senior year (9 months) at Marshfield Labs (or other laboratory affiliated with their university) in a practicum program. The practicum is designed to expose students to the everyday workings of a laboratory and teach them the knowledge and skills necessary to work as Medical Laboratory Scientists. On completion of the practicum, students receive a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science from their university. They are then eligible to take a national Board of Certification exam to become certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist."
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science	U.S. - MN (Rochester) and FL (Jacksonville)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science program at Mayo Clinic offers a 10.5 month training program, consisting of classroom lectures and hands-on clinical rotations. The entire program earns the student 35 academic credit hours ... Upon successful completion of this program, you receive a certificate of completion from Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences. Students enrolled in the 3+1 program receive a certificate in medical laboratory science from the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences and a baccalaureate degree from their home institution. Students enrolling in the 4+1 post-baccalaureate program receive a certificate in medical laboratory science from the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences."
McLeod Regional Medical Center	U.S. - SC (Florence)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	"The twelve month program begins in August. Class size is limited with an average of six students per year. The faculty is composed of laboratory supervisors and medical technologists. Students rotate through Hematology, Immunochemistry, Microbiology, and Blood Bank for eight to ten week periods. There are shorter rotations in Body Fluids and Phlebotomy. Upon completion, a student should have entry-level competencies of a medical technologist and will be eligible to sit for national certification exams. "
Mercy Health - St. Vincent Medical Center	U.S. - OH (Toledo)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The one-year program begins in July. You will spend approximately 40 hours a week, eight hours a day, dividing your time between the classroom and the laboratory. Instruction includes technical and clinical aspects of laboratory analysis with clinical correlation, and theory and concepts in the clinical laboratory and behavior sciences."
Mercy Hospital Ada	U.S. - OK (Ada)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The program spans one full calendar year beginning on either the second or third Monday in May. Students spend approximately 500 clock hours in formal and informal lectures and seminars, video lectures and webinars. Under qualified supervision, the remaining time is spent in the clinical laboratory learning technical skills and developing professional attitudes ... The MLS program awards a certificate upon successful completion of the year. The certificate plus an appropriate baccalaureate degree allows the student to sit for a national certification examination."
Mercy Hospital Joplin	U.S. - MO (Joplin)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The fifty-two week program provides a structured educational experience which includes lectures and medical laboratory rotations. Students experience two rotations through most laboratory departments, developing the knowledge and skills required to perform, interpret, and trouble-shoot laboratory testing by automated, semi-automated, and manual methods in a state-of-the-art medical center laboratory under qualified supervision. The program has three clinical laboratory sites: Mercy Hospital Joplin and Mercy Hospital Springfield, and Mercy Hospital Columbus, KS ... The MLS program awards a certificate upon successful completion of the year. The certificate plus an appropriate baccalaureate degree allows the student to sit for a national certification examination."
Mercy Hospital St. Louis	U.S. - MO (St. Louis)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The fifty-one week program provides a structured educational experience which includes lectures and clinical laboratory rotations ... The CLS program awards a certificate upon successful completion of the year. The certificate plus an appropriate baccalaureate degree allows the student to sit for a national certification examination."
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center	U.S. - MS (Jackson)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The clinical education course at MBMC lasts 12 consecutive months. Students are in the laboratory Monday - Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. They develop technical skills under the instruction and supervision of certified medical technologists/medical laboratory scientists by rotating through the major divisions of the clinical laboratory ... Students also attend lectures on a daily basis. Both lectures and lab rotations are accompanied by frequent written, oral and practical examinations. The entire clinical course is concluded with a comprehensive examination. Upon successful completion of the clinical program, students receive a certificate from the School of Medical Laboratory Science and are eligible to take a national certification examination, such as the ASCP Board of Certification Medical Laboratory Scientist exam."
Monmouth Medical Center	U.S. - NJ (West Orange)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The John A. Mihok Medical Laboratory Science Program (MLS) at Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is a 12-month comprehensive experiential learning experience. The program starts each year during the last week of August and includes six (6) months of didactic (classroom) instruction and practical exercises in student lab followed by six (6) months of clinical laboratory rotations."
Myron E. Rubnitz, M.D. School of Medical Laboratory Science	U.S. - IL (Hines)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"...consists of 11 months of clinical education beginning the first week of August. All sciences courses at Hines have a didactic and a practical component; this enables the student to learn the theory of procedures, gain experience in performing those procedures and make clinical correlations from the laboratory data generated."
Nebraska Methodist Hospital	U.S. - NE (Omaha)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	An 11-month internship that runs from June to early May. "The program accepts applications from August through October 15 for the next academic year's class."
NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital	U.S. - NY (Brooklyn)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The program involves a full-time, one-year commitment where students concurrently engage in both didactic and clinical educational experiences."
North Kansas City Hospital	U.S. - MO (North Kansas City)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"This 46-week clinical program allows students to complete their college senior year of instruction at the North Kansas City Hospital Laboratory, one of only six programs in Missouri ... Upon program completion, students are eligible to take the national certification exam to become certified Medical Laboratory Scientists."
North Mississippi Medical Center	U.S. - MS (Tupelo)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Students spend the first six months in the 'student lab' portion of the program. During this time, students spend several weeks in classes of each of the major subject areas ... During the last six months of the program, students rotate through the clinical laboratory for five weeks in each of the five major sections of the clinical laboratory. Students earn a grade for each of these rotations ... Upon completion of the program, students should have in-depth knowledge of the patient's total health care. Grades are mailed to the appropriate university or college. Upon receipt of these grades from NMMC, students are eligible for graduation with a B.S. degree. NMMC grants a certificate of completion to the students. Those students completing degrees and those who already have degrees receive the certificate and a school pin."
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center	U.S. - ME (Bangor)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The 11-month training program results in a certificate in medical laboratory science from Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center while fulfilling requirements for the bachelor of science in Medical Laboratory Science from the University of Maine. Upon successful program completion, students are eligible to sit for the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) board of certification (BOC) examination."
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center	U.S. - IL (Peoria)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Affiliation allows undergraduate students who successfully complete the clinical laboratory science program at OSF Saint Francis to receive a baccalaureate degree from their college or university. The program is accepted for 32 or more semester hours of credit, depending on the policies of each affiliate school. All graduates of the OSF Saint Francis CLS program receive a certificate of completion and are eligible to take the national certification exams."
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital	U.S. - RI (Providence)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Our Lady of Fatima School of Medical Technology program is a twelve-month internship that begins in June and ends the following June. Our Lady of Fatima accepts, on average, seven students into the program ... Upon completion of the internship, students graduate with a certificate and are eligible to sit for the board of certification given by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP)."
Owensboro Health	U.S. - KY (Owensboro)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	A 12-month program; "The program is conducted in the hospital laboratory. The program accepts up to six students per year, with the possibility of variance depending on the quantity and quality of applicants."
Parkview Health Laboratories	U.S. - IN (Fort Wayne)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Students must pass a final exam to successfully complete the Parkview Medical Laboratory Science Program. Upon completion, students receive a graduation certificate. They are then eligible to pursue certifications offered by the Board of Certification of the American Society for Clinical Pathology."
Parkview Medical Center	U.S. - CO (Pueblo)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Classes begin each year in July. The program is 11 months in length."
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center	U.S. - PA (Hershey)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The 11-month training program results in a certificate in medical laboratory science from Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center while fulfilling requirements for a bachelor’s-level degree in a Medical Laboratory Science-related major from the affiliating college or university. The program typically fulfills the student's senior year of college (3+1 option), but applicants with a BS degree (4+1) who meet the entrance requirements will be considered."
Pennsylvania Hospital	U.S. - PA (Philadelphia)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Students are given both practical and theoretical training in various sections of the clinical laboratory. The practicum is a 11-month rotating program based on a 40-hour week, beginning in late August (Fall cohort) or January (Spring cohort). The program devotes six hours per week to formal lectures."
Piedmont Augusta	U.S. - GA (Augusta)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Upon successful completion of the CLS program students will be awarded a certificate of completion from Piedmont Augusta Laboratory that will afford them the opportunity to become certified Clinical Laboratory Scientists. Additionally, undergraduate biology majors at USCA who successfully complete the CLS program also have the opportunity to secure a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (BSCLS)."
Prisma Health	U.S. - SC (Columbia)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science Program at Prisma Health provides a one-year curriculum of intensive training, with classroom and clinical rotations generally scheduled Monday–Friday from 7 a.m.–3:30 p.m. This training includes didactic lectures and extensive practical experience under the direction of pathologists and certified medical laboratory professionals."
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center	U.S. - WA (Spokane)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	A 12-month program, with the first half dedicated to lecture and student lab, and the second half dedicated to clinical rotations. "Graduates from the PSHMC School of MLS receive a certificate of completion. This certificate plus a baccalaureate degree, qualifies the graduate to take the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) National Board of Certification exam (BOC)."
Rapides Regional Medical Center	U.S. - LA (Alexandria)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Program is 12-months in length. No more than eight students are enrolled at a time. The MLS Program accepts both degreed students that meet the criteria outlined in application requirements and MLS students attending one of our affiliates."
Reading Hospital	U.S. - PA (Reading)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"This 12-month program is open to students looking to complete their undergraduate medical laboratory science degree in a clinical setting (3+1 option), or take a post-baccalaureate year to gain experience (4+1 option)."
Rhode Island Hospital	U.S. - RI (Providence)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Rhode Island Hospital School of Medical Laboratory Science provides a clinical internship program that is integral in attaining a bachelor of science degree in medical laboratory science. This clinical academic year, as part of a four-year or additional year baccalaureate program, provides the academic and practical experiences necessary to attain entry level competency in the practice field. The Rhode Island Hospital School of Medical Laboratory Science program is an eleven month internship that begins in June and ends the following May. The program provides students with didactic and clinical rotation experience ..."
Rochester General Hospital	U.S. - NY (Rochester)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Rochester General Hospital Clinical Laboratory Technology Program is a 51-week, full-time clinical internship experience (40 hrs/week) ... Students will also participate in a Symposium Week whereby they will experience areas of the clinical laboratory not commonly found in many laboratories, such as clinical trials."
Saint Francis Hospital	U.S. - OK (Tulsa)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Saint Francis Hospital School of Medical Laboratory Science in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a hospital-based program that offers a 12 month clinical internship to students seeking a career in the medical laboratory. The clinical internship is comprised of didactic and technical instruction in 10 areas of the clinical laboratory ... Upon completion of the Saint Francis Hospital School of Medical Laboratory Science program, students are awarded a certificate and a pin by hospital and program officials ... Student interns are eligible to take a certification exam offered by a national certification agency after successfully completing the School of Medical Laboratory Science and university requirements for graduation."
Sanford Health	U.S. - ND/SD (Fargo/Sioux Falls)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The MLS program consists of 48 weeks of combined didactic classroom lecture and real life clinical laboratory training in our state of the art medical laboratory. The student to instructor ratio in the classroom is ten to one. The clinical training in the laboratory is typically one to one with an instructing staff member or instructor. A certificate of completion is awarded to graduating students ... Applications are accepted Aug. 1 to Oct. 1 for the programs starting the following summer." The program is offered in both Fargo, ND and Sioux Falls, SD.
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital	U.S. - CA (Santa Barbara)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Training Period: 12 months; Training Begins: September (Fall), February/March (Spring); Class Size: Up to 3 students per start date"
School of Medical Laboratory Science at Pennsylvania Hospital	U.S. - PA (Philadelphia)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Students are given both practical and theoretical training in various sections of the clinical laboratory. The practicum is a 11-month rotating program based on a 40-hour week, beginning in late August (Fall cohort) or January (Spring cohort). The program devotes six hours per week to formal lectures."
Sentara RMH Medical Center	U.S. - VA (Harrisonburg)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The School of Medical Laboratory Science admits up to twelve students in January and June. The program includes six months of lecture and student labs in Harrisonburg, VA., followed by six months of rotation through all departments in the clinical laboratory. Clinical rotation sites include Sentara RMH Medical Center, Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital, Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, and Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center."
SSM Health Southern Illinois	U.S. - IL (Mt. Vernon)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Our 11-month curriculum includes both didactic and clinical components. The didactic segment of the program guides students through each theory component via lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice in the classroom and student laboratory. Once students have learned basic laboratory techniques and skills, they rotate through the clinical sections at the SSM Health laboratories and affiliated, accredited hospital laboratories. During clinical rotations, our students further develop their lab skills and gain clinical experience in each laboratory discipline ... Upon satisfactory completion of the program, students are awarded a certificate from SSM Health School of Medical Laboratory Technician as a graduate MLT."
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children	U.S. - PA (Philadelphia)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"To fulfill their clinical and academic requirements in 10 months, students spend two months in didactic instruction with the remainder of time spent as follows: Mondays in the classroom and Tuesday-Fridays in their medical laboratory rotations. The academic year begins in late August and typically ends in late June."
St. Elizabeth Healthcare	U.S. - KY (Edgewood)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"St. Elizabeth School of Medical Laboratory Science has been in operation since the 1950’s. Curriculum at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Medical Laboratory Science Program consists of an 11-month program of both didactic and supervised clinical training"
St. Luke's Hospital	U.S. - MO (Kansas City)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"As a Medical Lab Science student, you’ll be trained only in Saint Luke’s Health System laboratories, which allows us to closely monitor and control the quality of your education. In addition, our regional reference laboratory will expose you to a range of laboratory testing that is unmatched in the area. Rotations also include three weeks of molecular diagnostics instruction in our Roche Molecular Center of Excellence laboratory, the only one in Kansas and Missouri."
Tampa General Hospital	U.S. - FL (Tampa)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"A maximum of six students are accepted each year. The 51-week internship is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (times may vary with advanced notice) beginning the first week of August."
Trinity Health System	U.S. - OH (Steubenville)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Trinity Health System accepts a maximum of four (4) students per year into the School of Medical Laboratory Science. The Professional Year of Study covers a period of eleven (11) consecutive months during which time the students rotate in each department of the clinical laboratory and participate in a formal lecture program ... Trinity Health System School of Medical Laboratory Science is affiliated with Youngstown State University and the University of Mount Union to provide MLS majors their final year, upon which 32 credit for the Professional Year of Study will be transferred to their respective university to fulfill requirements for a BS in MLS. The program is also offered to those students who already possess a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field, and who meet the published requirements, culminating in the awarding of a certificate of completion."
UCLA Health	U.S. - CA (Los Angeles)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The UCLA CLS Program ONLY accepts students through the California State University, Dominguez Hills, College of Professional Studies, School of Health and Human Services, Clinical Sciences Major, Medical Technology Program Option. "
United Regional Health Care System	U.S. - TX (Wichita Falls)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"United Regional's School of MLS is a 52-week program and must be completed in order to be eligible for certification examinations or employment as a Medical Laboratory Scientist."
UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids	U.S. - IA (Cedar Rapids)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The program typically starts mid-August and is a 35 week program. Classes meeting Monday-Friday and the hours are typically 0700-1430. There are some rotations where it is required to come in before 0700 or stay until 1530. Mornings are spent in the clinical laboratory rotation with lecture in the afternoon."
University Health Truman Medical Center	U.S. - MO (Kansas City)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offered as a 4+1 or 3+1 Medical Laboratory Science program that "[i]ncludes didactic lectures and clinical rotations in chemistry, hematology, immunology, blood bank, microbiology and management." Upon successful completion of the program, a certificate will be issued that "allows MLS student to sit for a National Board of Registry for the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)."
University of California Davis Health	U.S. - CA (Davis)	Medical Laboratory Science/Technology Program	Offers a 12-month training program that results in a certificate. "The UC Davis Health CLS training program is a small hospital based program committed to providing well trained entry level Clinical Laboratory professionals to the greater Sacramento area and surrounding rural communities. To that end, the program preferentially selects applicants with ties to the greater Sacramento area or rural training partner sites located in Placerville, CA and Modesto, CA."
University of California Irvine Medical Center	U.S. - CA (Irvine)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The CLS Training Program provides a full year of didactic and clinical instruction. The curriculum includes intensive bench training, formal and informal lectures, and case studies. Students receive more than 200 hours of formal lectures covering the various disciplines of clinical laboratory science."
University of California San Diego Health	U.S. - CA (San Diego)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The San Diego Clinical Laboratory Scientist Training Consortium Program (San Diego CLS Training Program) is a comprehensive 12-month full-time program of instruction in the field of clinical laboratory medicine and technology. In 2021, the program will commence in July. Trainees who successfully complete this training internship will be eligible to take the Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification exam offered by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Certification and the California law exam offered by the California Department of Public Health, Laboratory Field Services (CDPH-LFS)."
University of Nebraska Medical Center	U.S. - NE (Omaha)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The University of Nebraska Medical Center offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS). The MLS Program is well established and combines a strong curriculum with a clinical component that prepares individuals to sit for MLS/MT national certification exams."
University of Rochester Medical Center	U.S. - NY (Rochester)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Students must complete 35.5 credits (2 semesters) of coursework. This full time program is a combination of didactic lectures integrated with 720 hours of clinical experiences ... Upon completion graduates meet the educational requirements for licensure. In order to practice the profession in NYS they must fulfill additional requirements for the licensing; including: submission of the licensing application; fees; and achievement of a passing score on the NYS licensing/ASCP national board examination."
University of Tennessee Medical Center	U.S. - TN (Knoxville)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The University of Tennessee Medical Center offers a Medical Laboratory Science Program in conjunction with the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This 50-week nationally accredited certificate program trains students to become professionals who work in clinical labs."
The Valley Hospital	U.S. - NJ (Ridgewood)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"... the student may then apply for admission to the professional phase of the program, which is a 11-month internship in a clinical setting. Individuals who have completed a baccalaureate degree in a scientific discipline can also apply to the professional program with completion of prerequisite coursework."
UPMC Altoona	U.S. - PA (Altoona)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"UPMC Altoona School of Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science is an accredited, 50-week internship program offering clinical theoretical concepts with clinical experience."
UPMC Chautauqua	U.S. - NY (Jamestown)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The UPMC Chautauqua Medical Laboratory Science Program is an accredited, 45-week, program offering intensive study and clinical experience in medical laboratory science as the final year of a Bachelor’s degree."
UPMC Williamsport	U.S. - PA (Williamsport)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"The Medical Laboratory Science Program is a 12-month educational program designed to be completed as the fourth or fifth year in a baccalaureate degree program ... Upon successful completion of the program, students receive a baccalaureate degree from their affiliating college/university and a Certificate of Graduation from the hospital."
Vanderbilt University Medical Center	U.S. - TN (Nashville)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"Upon satisfactory completion of the training program, a certificate of completion is awarded to the student. The course of study during the clinical year may be credited towards a baccalaureate degree for 3+1 students where an affiliation between the student's college or university and the Medical Center exists."
WellSpan York Hospital	U.S. - PA (York)	Medical Laboratory Science Program	"... a 12-month program for college students sponsored by WellSpan York Hospital. The program typically serves as a student's senior year of college (3+1 option), but applicants with a B.S. degree (4+1) who meet the entrance requirements will be considered as well."

4.2.3 Continuing education

Continuing education is another important aspect of professional development for those working in the POL. The following are examples of entities providing continuing education opportunities related to laboratory testing.

AAMA's various online courses: The American Association of Medical Assistants offers courses and continuing education opportunities.
ARUP Institute for Learning: "The ARUP Institute for Learning provides reputable educational opportunities and resources to ARUP clients, laboratory professionals, and industry organizations in an effort to advance the practice of laboratory medicine and continually improve patient care."
ASCLS Labucate: The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) offers "convenient, high-quality, and affordable continuing education for laboratory professionals."
Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute: "CLSI is an approved provider of CE programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) P.A.C.E.® Program. In some instances, we will also provide education through the American Association of Clinical Chemistry (AACC) ACCENT® credit program."
LabCE's various online classes: LabCE offers more than 90 online clinical laboratory continuing education courses "for lab professionals, including medical laboratory technologists (MT), laboratory technicians (MLT), and students." Many of them are PACE-approved for continuing education credits.
Michener Institute of Education at UHN: "Competency profiles and changes to scope of practice can occur rapidly as health sciences and technologies advance. Are you ready? The self-directed courses in Medical Laboratory Sciences below are offered with the flexibility to be completed at your pace and offer you the ability to stay up-to-date with practice."

Other courses

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has a listing of CME courses that help aspiring laboratory directors of moderate complexity laboratories meet CLIA guidelines.

4.3 Certification and accreditation

Like other types of laboratories, certification and accreditation in clinical labs is important to ensuring quality outcomes for both patients and the lab. The following subsection details certification and accreditation options for both individuals and laboratories themselves. These programs not only allows an individual or lab to demonstrate their expertise, but they also may be required by various entities.

4.3.1 Individual certification and accreditation programs

American Association of Bioanalysts: The AAB Board of Registry (ABOR) offers five different certifications, including medical technologist (MT) and medical laboratory technician (MLT).
American Board of Bioanalysts: ABB offers several laboratory director certifications.
American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics: The ACHI provides certifications for histocompatability technologists and directors.
American Medical Technologists: The AMT offers several laboratory-related certifications, including medical technologist (MT) and medical laboratory technician (MLT).
American Society for Clinical Pathology: The ASCP offers four levels of certification, with numerous subcategories in all but the Diplomate Certification. The four main levels are Technician, Technologist, Specialist, and Diplomate.
National Commission of Certifying Agencies: The NCCT offers several certifications, including medical assistant (NCMA) and phlebotomy technician (NCPT).
National Healthcareer Association: The NHA offers several certifications, including clinical medical assistant (CCMA) and phlebotomy technician (CPT).
National Phlebotomy Association: The NPA offers a certification for phlebotomists.

4.3.2 Laboratory accreditation programs

A2LA: "Accredits clinical laboratories to five comprehensive accreditation program"
Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies: AABB has an accreditation program for blood and biobanking facilities.
COLA: Formerly the Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation; a non-profit accreditor of medical laboratories
College of American Pathologists: CAP offers a laboratory accreditation program that "accredits laboratories performing testing on specimens from human beings or animals, using methodologies and clinical application within the expertise of the program."
The Joint Commission: Provides a variety of accreditation and certification programs for healthcare entities, including laboratories
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences: The NAACLS accredits and approved educational programs in the clinical laboratory sciences.

4.4 Other considerations for the POL

Before closing out this guide, a few odds and ends remain in regards to the POL.

Though it has been hinted at throughout the guide, it should be explicitly stated that the POL running CLIA-waived testing is not exempt from professional, standardized conduct simply because it is only performing "simple tests with a low risk for an incorrect result."^[4] This is best highlighted by the AACC advocacy letter mentioned at the beginning of this chapter. POLs and other CLIA-waived labs "are not subject to CLIA personnel, quality control (QC), and proficiency testing (PT) requirements, nor do they undergo regular inspections," they note.^[2] They add that these types of labs have been documented by CMS as having numerous deficiencies, including not properly maintaining manufacturer's instructions for test kits, improperly performing quality control, not reporting patient test results correctly, and not handling and storing reagents properly.^[2] The AACC also suggests several guidance documents for these types of labs to better avoid these deficiencies, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) 2015 guidance To Test or Not to Test? Considerations for Waived Testing. The introduction of that guide highlights the AACC's point: "Although some of the recommendations in this booklet exceed CLIA requirements for waived testing, following these good testing practices will likely lead to reliable, high-quality test results and will enhance patient safety."^[5]

Both the AACC and the CDC highlight several additional considerations for POLs seeking to provide quality services^[2]^[5]:

Develop, distribute, review, and curate a "best practices" document (or collection of documents) that, among other things, examines the instruments and tests used, common sources of error, and troubleshooting methods for them. This usually comes in the form of a policies and procedures manual, which is highly encouraged, though it can also be a stand-alone document.
Encourage continuing education and certification in using the current and future instruments and tests used in the lab, and document that training.
Ensure policy and procedure manuals document test and reagent preparation, test performance, quality control procedures, result interpretation, result reporting, test referrals, training processes, environmental monitoring, inventory management, equipment and instrument maintenance, hazardous waste management, sterilization and disinfection, protective equipment, workspace assessments, and incident reporting.
Ensure that for any point-of-care and other waived tests, the manufacturer's instructions are available in the testing area, any changes to instructions are reflected in updated procedures and training, and any old versions are removed from the manual/testing space/etc.
Hold the lab to a high, yet realistically maintainable, level of standards through regular internal and/or external quality assessment and corrective action activities.
Have the lab participate in an official proficiency testing program that documents quality and reliability of test results.
Recognize that quality and responsibility for quality must start with management that embraces and promotes good laboratory practices.
Recognize that safety is just as important in a CLIA-waived lab and develop a site-specific safety plan that describes health hazards involved in testing and how to prevent them.

The CDC's To Test or Not to Test? document also contains many example documents and forms that relate to the above considerations; your POL may find them useful.

References

↑ "Title 42: Public Health, Part 493 — Laboratory Requirements". U.S. Government Publishing Office. 13 May 2022. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-G/part-493. Retrieved 17 May 2022.
↑ ^2.0 ^2.1 ^2.2 ^2.3 ^2.4 "Modernization of CLIA: Certificate of Waiver Testing Sites". American Association for Clinical Chemistry. 25 October 2021. https://www.aacc.org/advocacy-and-outreach/position-statements/2021/modernization-of-clia-certificate-of-waiver. Retrieved 30 May 2022.
↑ "State-by-State Laboratory Licensing Information". LMSI, LLC. https://www.lighthouselabservices.com/state-license/. Retrieved 17 May 2022.
↑ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (6 August 2018). "Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA): Test complexities". https://www.cdc.gov/clia/test-complexities.html. Retrieved 31 May 2022.
↑ ^5.0 ^5.1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (July 2015). "To Test or Not to Test? Considerations for Waived Testing" (PDF). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/labquality/docs/waived-tests/15_255581-test-or-not-test-booklet.pdf. Retrieved 31 May 2022.

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[CLIARegsM-1] "Title 42: Public Health, Part 493 — Laboratory Requirements". U.S. Government Publishing Office. 13 May 2022. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-G/part-493. Retrieved 17 May 2022.

[AACCModern21-2] 2.0 ^2.1 ^2.2 ^2.3 ^2.4 "Modernization of CLIA: Certificate of Waiver Testing Sites". American Association for Clinical Chemistry. 25 October 2021. https://www.aacc.org/advocacy-and-outreach/position-statements/2021/modernization-of-clia-certificate-of-waiver. Retrieved 30 May 2022.

[LSUCLic-3] "State-by-State Laboratory Licensing Information". LMSI, LLC. https://www.lighthouselabservices.com/state-license/. Retrieved 17 May 2022.

[CDCTestCom-4] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (6 August 2018). "Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA): Test complexities". https://www.cdc.gov/clia/test-complexities.html. Retrieved 31 May 2022.

[CDCToTest15-5] 5.0 ^5.1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (July 2015). "To Test or Not to Test? Considerations for Waived Testing" (PDF). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/labquality/docs/waived-tests/15_255581-test-or-not-test-booklet.pdf. Retrieved 31 May 2022.

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-==6. Staffing and Education Requirements==
-===General staffing and education===
-Subpart M of the [[Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments]] (CLIA) details requirements and responsibilities for laboratory personnel, consultants, supervisors, and directors.<ref name="CLIARegsM">{{cite web |url=http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=f1d85c34dbb66a6dd7f7821c3c4f99f6&mc=true&node=pt42.5.493&rgn=div5 |title=Title 42: Public Health, Part 493 — Laboratory Requirements |publisher=U.S. Government Publishing Office |date=03 August 2015 |accessdate=05 August 2015}}</ref> The exception to this is a laboratory with a certificate of waiver, where personnel requirements and proficiency testing is not required. However, manufacturers' instructions must still be carefully followed, and only CLIA-waived tests may be performed by the personnel.
-For non-waived laboratories, the following resources provide paraphrasing of [http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=f1d85c34dbb66a6dd7f7821c3c4f99f6&mc=true&node=pt42.5.493&rgn=div5#sp42.5.493.m CLIA Subpart M]:
-* [http://www.aafp.org/practice-management/regulatory/clia/personnel.html American Academy of Family Physicians - Personnel Requirements]
-* [http://www.aafp.org/practice-management/regulatory/clia/personnel.html American Academy of Family Physicians - Physician Office Laboratory (POL) Director Duties]
-* [https://clients.cola.org/files/pdf/LabGuide4.pdf Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation (COLA) - Personnel for Non-waived Testing] (PDF)
-* [http://www.laboratorystartupconsultants.com/#!laboratorystatelicense/c14ce Laboratory Start-Up Consultants - Laboratory State License and Personnel & Facility License Info]
-In some cases, state governments apply additional regulations and responsibilities to clinical laboratories and their personnel. According to consultancy Laboratory Start-Up Consultants, the following states have staffing, education, and licensing requirements beyond that of CLIA<ref name="LSUCLic">{{cite web |url=http://www.laboratorystartupconsultants.com/#!laboratorystatelicense/c14ce |title=Laboratory State License - Personnel & Facility License Info |publisher=Lighthouse Recruiting, LLC |accessdate=05 August 2015}}</ref>:
-* California: [http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/lfs/Pages/default.aspx Department of Public Health - Laboratory Field Services]
+{{The Comprehensive Guide to Physician Office Laboratory Setup and Operation/Education, staffing, accreditation, and other considerations}}
-* Connecticut: [http://www.ct.gov/dPh/cwp/view.asp?a=3115&q=468182 Department of Public Health - Regulation & Licensure]
-* Florida: [http://floridasclinicallabs.gov/licensing/ Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel - Licensing] and [http://ahca.myflorida.com/MCHQ/Health_Facility_Regulation/Laboratory_Licensure/index.shtml Agency for Health Care Administration - Laboratory Licensure Unit]
-* Georgia: [https://dch.georgia.gov/healthcare-facility-regulation-0 Georgia Department of Community Help - Healthcare Facility Regulation]
-* Hawaii: [http://health.hawaii.gov/statelab/ Department of Health - State Laboratories Division]
-* Louisiana: [http://www.lsbme.la.gov/licensure/clinical-laboratory-personnel State Board of Medical Examiners - Clinical Laboratory Personnel]
-* Montana: [http://bsd.dli.mt.gov/license/bsd_boards/cls_board/board_page.asp Department of Labor and Industry - Montana Board of Clinical Laboratory Science Practitioners]
-* Nevada: [http://dpbh.nv.gov/Reg/MedicalLabs/Medical_Laboratories_-_Home/ Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health - Medical Laboratory Services]
-* New Jersey: [http://www.nj.gov/health/phel/ Department of Health - Public Health and Environmental Laboratories]
-* New York: [http://www.wadsworth.org/labcert/clep/clep.html Department of Health - Clinical Laboratory Evaluation Program] and [http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/clt/ Education Department - Clinical Laboratory Technology]
-* North Dakota: [http://www.ndclinlab.com/ North Dakota Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice]
-* Rhode Island: [http://www.health.ri.gov/licensing/healthcare/#clincallab Department of Health - Healthcare Licensing]
-* Tennessee: [http://tn.gov/health/topic/ML-board1 Department of Health - Medical Laboratory Board]
-* Washington: [http://www.doh.wa.gov/LicensesPermitsandCertificates/FacilitiesNewReneworUpdate/LaboratoryQualityAssurance Department of Health - Laboratory Quality Assurance]
-* West Virginia: [http://www.dhhr.wv.gov/healthprep/programs/laboratory/Pages/default.aspx Department of Health and Human Resources - Office of Laboratory Services]
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4. Education, staffing, accreditation, and other considerations

4.1 Education and training

4.2 Educational programs

4.2.1 Higher-education

4.2.2 One-year hospital-based programs

4.2.3 Continuing education

4.3 Certification and accreditation

4.3.1 Individual certification and accreditation programs

4.3.2 Laboratory accreditation programs

4.4 Other considerations for the POL

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