Bachelor of Science in Biology Medical Laboratory Science

Love science and health care, but not sure nursing or med school is your path? A career in Medical Laboratory Science might be the perfect fit! Medical laboratory scientists are the detectives of health care — working behind the scenes to uncover answers that guide patient treatment. With this degree, you’ll be prepared for an exciting and versatile career in:

  • Hospitals and clinics
  • Research labs and public health
  • Forensic science and biotechnology
  • Pharmaceutical and commercial labs

     

Program Highlights

  • 3+1 Program: Spend three years on Alvernia’s campus building your biology foundation, then complete your fourth year of hands-on clinical training at a nationally accredited medical technology program.
  • Professional Pathway: Train to become a histotechnologist, cytotechnologist, microbiologist, or clinical technologist.
  • Career-Ready: After completing your clinical year, you’ll be eligible to sit for the certification exam to become a Medical Technologist—opening doors to high-demand jobs across the country.

     

Clinical Training Partners

Alvernia has special affiliation agreements with:

These partner programs will guide you through the application process for your clinical year. (Admissions decisions are made by the hospitals.)
 

Support & Contacts

  • Ethan Kentzel, MS, MLS (ASCP)CM
  • Michele G. Harms, MS, MLS (ASCP)CM
    • Program Director, Medical Laboratory Science Program – UPMC Chautauqua
    • 716-664-8484; harmsmg@upmc.edu

       

Alternate Pathway

If you aren’t admitted to a NAACLS-accredited program, don’t worry — your fourth year will be completed at Alvernia, and you’ll graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.

 

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Biology Medical Laboratory Science