Laurea in Biologia per Tecnico di Laboratorio

The pre-Laboratory Science major is a four-year course of instruction designed to provide the student with a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in biology pre-Laboratory Science and an emphasis in either Cytotechnology or Medical Laboratory Science.

Cytotechnology emphasis

Saint Mary’s University is affiliated with the cytotechnology training program at the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences, Rochester, MN. Prior to a clinical year of internship, the student must complete the general education requirements as well as the pre-requisite courses listed below at Saint Mary’s University (approximately three years of coursework). Of the credits taken at Saint Mary’s, 30 must be upper-division credits. Acceptance to the clinical program at Mayo is contingent upon the student’s academic achievement. While completing the clinical program, the student will be enrolled at Saint Mary’s and will be required to pay a special course fee. Upon successful completion of the clinical program, the student receives a certificate in cytotechnology and is eligible to take the National Registry Examination of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).

Medical laboratory science emphasis

Saint Mary’s University is affiliated with the medical laboratory science programs at the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences in Rochester, MN and the Veterans Administration Hospital in Hines, IL.

Prior to a clinical year of internship, the student must complete the general education requirements as well as the pre-requisite courses listed below at Saint Mary’s University (approximately three years of coursework). Of the credits taken at Saint Mary’s, 30 credits must be upper-division credits. Acceptance to the clinical program at Mayo or the Veterans Administration Hospital is contingent upon the student’s academic achievement. While completing the clinical program, the student will be enrolled at Saint Mary’s and will be required to pay a special course fee. Upon successful completion of the clinical program, the student receives a certificate in medical laboratory science or medical technology and is eligible to take the certification exam of the American Society for Clinical Pathology, the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel, or any approved certifying agency.

Program Highlights

The biology pre-laboratory scientist major focuses on medical laboratory science or cytotechnology. During your clinical year of internship, you’ll learn with renowned health care programs, including Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences. At Saint Mary’s, you’ll receive a transformational education, preparing you for what matters most.

Unique Program Features

What Makes it Special:

• Two areas of emphasis: Medical Laboratory Science, Cytotechnology
• Internship with Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences
• Prepare to pursue professional certification

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