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2013-2014 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2013-2014 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Medical Laboratory Science, BSMLS


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The Medical Laboratory Science major is recommended for students interested in pursuing a career in the clinical laboratory or medical research. In addition, the Medical Laboratory Science major is excellent preparation for professional or graduate school including careers in research or industry. APSU has a four-year, campus-based program through affiliation with area hospitals. The courses which comprise the senior year include both campus-based didactic courses and practical courses at affiliate hospital clinical laboratories. Upon successful completion of the four-year program, a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science BSMLS is awarded. A certificate is awarded for completion of the professional program.

Accreditation

The Medical Laboratory Science (Medical Technology) program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and approved by the Medical Laboratory Board for the state of Tennessee.

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
8410 West Bryn Mawr, Suite 670
Chicago, IL 60631-3415

Tennessee Department of Health
Medical Laboratory Board
227 French Landing, Suite 300
Heritage Place MetroCenter
Nashville, TN 37243

Admission Requirements

Students must complete a separate admission packet to apply for the senior year. Requirements for acceptance include: overall grade point average of 2.5 or higher and generally a “C” or better in science courses, application and essay, coursework completion, official transcripts, and references.

  Credit Hours
General Education (see TBR Common Core )
University-Wide Freshman Seminar Requirement
41
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