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College of Nursing and Health SciencesMedical Laboratory Science Post-Baccalaureate Certificate ProgramThe Department of Biomedical and Health Sciences offers a certificate for post-baccalaureate students who are interested in becoming eligible to take the certification exam that is required to practice in the profession. Courses are taught by faculty at the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and the program is administered by UVM Continuing Education. Call (802) 656-3811 or email for more information. Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Overview The MLS Post-Baccalaureate Certificate program is open to individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, molecular and cell biology, or a related subject area and who have completed appropriate prerequisite courses. You will apply by February 1st for admission the following January. The program is limited to a maximum of 24 students each year (combined undergraduate and certificate program admissions). Over the course of 17 months, you will complete didactic and clinical laboratory training. The didactic portion of the curriculum will be completed over two semesters and a summer session at the UConn Storrs campus. Didactic coursework will cover seven major areas of study:
In the final semester of the program, you will complete a clinical rotation at one of several clinical affiliates throughout Connecticut where you will work one-on-one with a practicing technologist in a licensed clinical laboratory. Upon graduation, you will be eligible to sit for the certification examination in Medical Laboratory Sciences offered by the Board of Certification of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Return to: Clinical Laboratory Science40 credits The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science prepares students for cutting-edge careers as well as advanced study in forensic, agricultural, pharmaceutical, governmental, clinical, and academic settings. Students are introduced to a rigorous course of study that prepares them for careers in medical, clinical, and pharmaceutical laboratories, as well as opportunities for graduate study in research, forensics, and medicine. Students are taught about medical conditions and how to apply that knowledge to the performance of clinical laboratory tests. Through this learning process, students are enabled to play a crucial role in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. As part of their program requirements, students must participate in and successfully complete a clinical practicum. Graduates of this program may also write to appropriate certifying agencies requesting a general certification in medical laboratory science as well as categorical certification in clinical biochemistry, clinical hematology, clinical immunohematology, and/or clinical microbiology. If seeking the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science, the applicant should be aware that there are specific physical, emotional, and professional expectations that must be successfully demonstrated and maintained throughout the program’s course of study.
Learning Outcomes of the Clinical Laboratory Science Post-Baccalaureate ProgramAfter completing all CLS course work and clinical practicum with a minimum competency of 80%, graduates will be proficient in the following entry level Learning Outcomes: 1. Perform a full range of laboratory tests with accuracy and precision. This includes the ability to:
2. Develop a sound scientific knowledge foundation that prepares them to interpret, analyze and evaluate scientific knowledge in clinical practice. The outcome includes the ability to:
3. Develop professional competence. The outcome includes the ability to:
MissionIn accordance with the Mission Statement of Neumann University and that of the School of Arts and Sciences, the purpose of the CLS Post-Baccalaureate Certificate is to provide excellent graduate professional education in clinical laboratory science that is founded on the core values of St. Francis of Assisi. By linking Franciscan values and professional education, graduates of Neumann University’s CLS Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program will have the knowledge and skills that are required for competent professional practice; for lifelong development of that practice; for advanced study in biology, clinical lab science (CLS), or education; and for fulfillment of professional and social responsibility. In accordance with the Mission of Neumann University and the School of Arts and Sciences, it is the mission of the CLS Post-Baccalaureate Certificate to:
The primary goal of the CLS Post-Baccalaureate Certificate is to provide excellent graduate professional education in clinical laboratory science. The program goals are to:
Vision and Core ValuesNeumann University RISES on its graduate core values: Reverence, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. As a teaching university of distinction in the Catholic Franciscan tradition, we assist our students in developing behaviors and habits in the classroom that evidence these values. These values are not merely ends in themselves; they are also instrumental in preparing students for the rigors and demands of today’s professional world. Consequently, the faculty and administration of the School of Arts and Sciences encourage all students to adhere to the following protocols of professional development. For reference please see the following for university policy concerning Academic Honesty, Academic Regulations and Standards as well as how to drop or withdraw from a course: AccreditationNeumann University’s certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, 5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont IL 60018; Telephone: 773-714-8880; Fax: 773-714-8886; or www.naacls.org. Admission RequirementsApplicants with a baccalaureate degree with Pre-requisite course work in Human Physiology (4 credits), Genetics (4 credits), Microbiology (4 credits), General Chemistry I and II (8 credits), Organic Chemistry I and II (8 credits), Biochemistry (4 credits), College Algebra, Pre-Calculus or Calculus (3 credits), Statistics (3 credits), Cellular Molecular Biology (4 credits) from a regionally accredited, degree-granting institution who have successfully completed all prerequisite courses are eligible for entrance to the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science, subject to the approval of the Program Director. Acceptance is on a competitive basis after submission of all credentials and an interview. All applicants must submit the following:
Once all admission materials have been received and processed through the Office of Admissions, the graduate Program Director will arrange for an interview, if appropriate, following a review of all candidate credentials. Non-Matriculated StudentsA maximum of eight Clinical Laboratory Science graduate credits may be taken at Neumann University as a nonmatriculated student. Students who wish to pursue this option must first submit official undergraduate transcripts to the Office of Admissions. For additional information, please refer to the Non-Matriculated Status section of this catalog Progression/Retention/Graduation RequirementsProgression in the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science is based on academic achievement, clinical performance, and professional behavior. The Code of Ethics of the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science sets forth the principles and standards by which Medical Laboratory Professionals and students admitted to professional education programs practice their profession. The Neumann University Clinical Laboratory Faculty believes that all students and faculty members must adhere to this Code of Ethics of the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science. Any violation of the Code of Ethics of the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science constitutes inappropriate professional behavior and may result in course failure or dismissal from the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science. Upon acceptance into the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science, students must be continuously enrolled during the academic year, i.e., Fall and Spring semesters. Students not pursuing course work during either the Fall and/or Spring semesters need to apply for a Leave of Absence (please refer to the Leave of Absence section of this catalog). To progress toward earning the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science, the student must:
* A course may be repeated only one time, whether repetition is due to student withdrawal, institutional withdrawal, or a course grade less than a “B.” Students seeking to repeat a course will only be enrolled after all students registering for the first time are accommodated. Enrollment of students repeating the course is dependent upon availability of clinical facilities, preceptors, and/or faculty availability, and cannot be guaranteed. If more than one course grade less than “B” is earned, the student will be dismissed from the program. Failure to earn a minimum grade of “B” in a repeated clinical laboratory science course, or failure to earn a minimum grade of “B” in any other graduate clinical laboratory course, will result in the student’s dismissal from the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science.
An “unsatisfactory” rating of a “C” grade in any given laboratory or clinical practicum, and/or lecture results in a grade of “F” for the course. Any course in which a grade of “C” or “F” is earned must be repeated. Process for Exception to Policy The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science adheres to the grievance procedure of the University (please refer to the Academic Grievance Procedure Section of this catalog). There may be unique situations in the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science for which a student may request review and/or exception to policy. Students are directed to meet with the Program Director to discuss the procedure for submitting his/her request for a hearing by the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science Admissions and Progression Committee. Clinical Practice RequirementsHealth Standards Health evaluations must be completed and reports submitted to the Program Director of Clinical Laboratory Science’s Office at the time of admission to the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science and, thereafter, be annually updated. Students are to obtain the appropriate health forms from the University Health Services Office. The student is responsible for providing evidence of current health insurance on an annual basis, and for notifying the Program Director of Clinical Laboratory Science’s Office immediately of any changes in his/her status of medical insurance coverage. These Health Standards policies apply to all students, both full-time and part-time, who have been accepted into the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science Clearances Students are responsible for the cost and required to apply for, obtain, and present to the Program Director a current FBI Fingerprint Clearance, a Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, and a /Pennsylvania Criminal Background Clearance, by November 15th prior to the start of the Spring Semester, in order to register for and participate in BIO 590 Advanced Clinical Chemistry Practicum , BIO 591 Advanced Clinical Immunohematology Practicum , BIO 592 Advanced Clinical Hematology, Hemostasis and Body Fluids , and BIO 593 Advanced Clinical Microbiology and Immunology . Students anticipating a Fall clinical practicum must apply for, obtain, and present to the Program Director the above clearances by July 15th prior to the start of the Fall practicum. All health records and proof of health insurance must be up-to-date and filed in the Health and Wellness Center at Neumann University one month prior to the start of the clinical practicum. Titer information concerning vaccination history is also required. All student entering the clinical must supply evidence of flu vaccination for the year. A criminal record and/or a history of child or elder abuse may prohibit clinical placement and, subsequently, result in failure to meet degree requirements. Students should also be aware that the results of these clearances and criminal background checks can be released to the clinical affiliates they are attending at the clinical affiliate’s request Drug Testing forms will be distributed and testing is to be done one month prior to the practicum. Documentation of such must be provided by November 15th prior to a spring clinical rotation or July 15th for a fall clinical rotation. For the safety of patients, the affiliate institution reserves the right to request a urine drug screening at the commencement of the clinical practicum. In the event of a positive drug screening, the result is referred to the Medical Review Officer. The review is at the expense of the student who must submit documentation required by the Medical Review Officer. The Medical Review Officer makes the determination if the positive test result is a function of appropriate prescribed medication. The student will not be allowed to begin or continue clinical activities until documentation of a negative drug screening is provided or if the result is a function of appropriate prescribed medication. Transportation Each Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science student is responsible for the cost of transportation to and from clinical practice sites through the entire program. Transportation requires that each student has personal access to a car. Is there Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science?Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science & Technology with IT. Course Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- with C- in English, C- in Biology, D+ in Mathematics, chemistry or physics. Course Duration: 2 years.
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