Medical Laboratory Technology: Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

The Post-baccalaureate Certificate in Medical Technology 15-credit course of study was developed within the Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) program to help meet the increasing demand for qualified, licensed medical technologists. It provides an opportunity for students with degrees in chemistry, biology, or the physical sciences to meet licensing standards without having to acquire a second baccalaureate degree. An accelerated path, this certificate can be completed in as little as 13 months, and, if followed by successful completion of the licensure examination, allows immediate entry to the profession. For more information go to: http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/mls/graduate/advanced-certificate-in-medical-technology.

Admission Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree in the biological, chemical, or physical sciences.
• Completion of certain pre-requisite courses: general biology (or anatomy and physiology), general chemistry
• Achievement of a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the degree and the pre-requisite courses

Requirements for the Certificate

Students enrolled in the certificate program will be assigned for training to a clinical affiliate following successful completion of MLS 60000 . The curriculum is as follows: