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Catalog Description
The BS in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) prepares the student to enter the field of clinical laboratory science as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist and for graduate level programs in CLS or related disciplines. Clinical Laboratory Scientists perform, develop, correlate and assure validity of laboratory information; direct and supervise clinical laboratory resources and operations; and collaborate in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Clinical Laboratory Scientists practice in a variety of settings including hospitals, private laboratories, research and development laboratories, public health laboratories, regulatory agencies, and also find positions in health care education and management. The CLS program is accredited by NAACLS, (National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science) Chicago, Illinois. |
Degree alternatives
The CLS Program at ISU offers degree alternatives at the baccalaureate level including:
- BS in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS);
- A second BS in CLS for students who have completed degree requirements in related disciplines from accredited institutions and take the 38 credit professional block of CLS courses.
A total of 128 credits minimum is required for graduation. Award of a second BS in CLS requires 38 credits in CLS earned beyond the completion of the requirements for the first degree. Credits used for the second degree cannot be used to fulfill requirements for the first degree.
Determination of appropriateness of first degree is made by the program coordinator following NAACLS guidelines. |
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Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Medical Technologist)
Certification by a national credentialing examination qualifies the graduate to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in hospitals and other practice venues where credentialing is required. Completion of the 38 credit CLS professional block (as part of the CLS degree or the second BS in CLS) will qualify as the accredited program or internship requirement for national certification exams for Clinical Laboratory Scientists or Medical Technologists. In order to be eligible to sit for the national credentialing exam in CLS, the student must complete the full 6 credit hours of clinical experience (BIOL 411N). The BS degree in CLS maybe be awarded with the minimum number of credits in clinical experience (1 credit hour) as long as the 128 total credit hour graduation requirement is satisfied. Such a degree would be of interest to students preparing for CLS related careers but not employment in hospitals as Clinical Laboratory Scientists or Medical Technologists.
Students planning to attend other professional schools after completing the degree in CLS are strongly advised to check the requirements of those professional schools, particularly regarding requirements in Physics, Organic Chemistry and specific course prerequisites. Other professional programs may require different courses or prerequisites than outlines for the BS in CLS. |
Professional Block
The professional block with exception of 411N (Clinical Experience) is offered via Moodle, electronic delivery to ISU in Pocatello and ISU in Boise, and live lecture/lab in both Boise and Pocatello. BIOL 411N (Clinical Experience) is arranged through participating hospitals and clinics throughout Idaho and adjacent states. Admission to the level II courses in the professional block and the clinical experience is by application to the program. Application packets are available through the Department of Biological Sciences. Successful completion of the level I courses is required prior to entry into the level II courses and clinical experience.
Required Clinical Courses
| BIOL 411 P - Phlebotomy/Urinalysis and Waived Tests |
2 cr |
| BIOL 411Q - Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Science |
2 cr |
| BIOL 411D - Clinical Microbiology I |
3 cr |
| BIOL 411E - Clinical Microbiology II |
3 cr |
| BIOL 411F - Clinical Hematology I |
3 cr |
| BIOL 411G - Critical Analysis |
3 cr |
| BIOL 411V - Clinical Immunology/Transfusion Medicine I |
3 cr |
| BIOL 411I - Clinical Immunology/Transfusion Medicine II |
3 cr |
| BIOL 411J - Clinical Chemistry I |
3 cr |
| BIOL 411K - Molecular Lab Methods |
3 cr |
| BIOL 411M - Clinical Laboratory Research |
1 cr |
| BIOL 411N - Site Experience |
1-6 cr |
| BIOL 411S - Laboratory Analysis and Management |
3 cr |
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Required Science and Math Courses
Chem 111 - General Chemistry I
Chem 112 - General Chemistry II
Plus additional courses - including: organic/biochemistry/analytical |
Total 16 cr |
| Math 143 - College Algebra |
3 cr |
Math 160 - Brief Calculus
or
Math 253 - Introduction to Statistics |
4 cr
3 cr |
| BIOL 101 & 102 - Biology I & II (including Labs) |
8 cr |
BIOL 358 - Genetics
or
BIOL 465 - Microbial Genetics |
3 cr
3 cr |
BIOL 206 - Cell Biology
or
Biology 433 - Microbial Physiology |
4 cr
4 cr |
BIOL 463 - Human Pathophysiology
or
BIOL 305 - Introduction to Pathobiology |
4 cr
3 cr |
| BIOL 451 & 451L - General Immunology and Lab |
4 cr |
BIOL 221 - Introductory Microbiology and Lab
or
BIOL 235 - General Microbiology |
4 cr
4 cr |
BIOL 301-302 - Anatomy and Physiology I and II
or
Equivalent |
8 cr |
| BIOL 491-492 or 494 - Seminar |
2 cr |
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Additional Science/Math Courses
At least two courses selected from the following areas:
| Physics |
Biophysics |
| Biometry |
Statistics |
| Computer Science |
Health Care Management |
| Epidemiology |
Biochemistry |
| Analytical Chemistry |
Instrumental Analysis |
| Nutritional Biochemistry |
Advanced Biochemistry |
| Endocrinology |
Histology |
| Developmental Biology |
Advanced Microbiology |
| Advanced Genetics |
Virology |
| Mycology |
Parasitology |
| Molecular Biology |
Others with approval by program coordinatot |
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