| Prerequisites |
Recommended Course Work
If you have not had the following courses or their equivalents prior to application to the CLS/MT program, it may be necessary to take formal course work or self study units concurrently. The program director will determine eligibility. These include: |
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 coordinator |
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Professional Block:
The Professional Block with exception of BIOL 411N (Clinical Experience) is offered via electronic delivery and live lecture/lab in both Boise and Pocatello. With permission of the program director, the professional block can be taken online with required hands-on labs completed on campus. BIOL 411N (Clinical Experience) is arranged through participating hospitals and clinics throughout Idaho and adjacent states. Admission to the professional block and the clinical experience is by application to the program. Successful completion (C or better) of all courses is required prior to the clinical experience.
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Required Clinical Courses:
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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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| Specific prerequisites will depend upon the degree option or route of entry into the CLS program - BS in CLS; MS in CLS. |
| Catalog Description |
| Requirements for BS in CLS |
| Recommended Course Sequence for BS in CLS |
| Advising Checklist for first B.S. Degree in CLS |
| Advising Checklist for second B.S. Degree in CLS |
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