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Medical Laboratory Science

When doctors and patients need answers, they turn to medical laboratory scientists. Behind the scenes, these medical investigators analyze blood, fluid, tissue and more to help diagnose and treat disease. Skilled medical laboratory scientists are in high demand across the U.S. We’ll help you become one of them!

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ONU Nursing, MLS graduates filling health care worker gaps

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Three ONU students chosen for prestigious Mayo Clinic summer program

Audrey Arrington: pursuing a career in medical laboratory science

Audrey Arrington: pursuing a career in medical laboratory science

Sullivan stands out as first ONU MLS student to land Mayo Clinic internship

Sullivan stands out as first ONU MLS student to land Mayo Clinic internship

We offer a National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) accredited bachelor’s degree program and a post-baccalaureate certificate program in medical laboratory science. Both programs include biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, and anatomy courses and emphasize hands-on learning. You’ll spend a lot of time experimenting in our sophisticated medical and science labs. There, you’ll work side-by-side with real professors – not graduate students. 

Large institutions just can’t provide the individualized attention and opportunity you’ll find here. Our medical laboratory science students experience real-world situations. They practice procedures utilized in today’s laboratories, develop specimen collection skills through participation in numerous health fairs, and collaborate with other health profession students on case studies. They star on our sports teams, participate in music ensembles, and lead student organizations.

Here, you won’t get lost in the crowd. You’ll be part of a close-knit family. You’ll enjoy small class sizes and amazing friendships with your classmates. Our dedicated professors will get to know you. They will support you in your coursework, clinical practicum experiences, and career preparations. They will become personally invested in your success and open doors for you.

Upon graduation, you’ll have the scientific knowledge, skills and experience to play an important role in the health care system.

 

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE COURSES, CURRICULUM & PROGRAM RESOURCES

A bachelor of science in medical laboratory science requires six semesters of coursework and a 12-month clinical training experience. Courses include: Anatomy and Physiology, Genetics, Microbiology, Hematology and Hemostasis, Blood Banking and Transfusion Science.

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Embark on a clinical experience

Spend 12 months learning in the field through the West Central Ohio Medical Laboratory Science Program. You’ll graduate with real-world experience!
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The MLS professors at ONU will give you the attention you need to succeed, and the program will prepare you to embark on this journey as a new tech anywhere your heart desires.
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Scientific discovery

Here you’ll find world class labs, learning facilities and equipment all designed for hands-on learning. 

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  • Join student organizations for professional development, networking and the opportunity to socialize and travel. We offer a number of scientific and medical student organizations on campus. You are sure to find an organization that matches your future career interests.

  • Collaborate with ONU pharmacy, nursing and pre-med students on health initiatives that impact local and global communities. ONU Healthwise, for example, provides educational and clinical outreach on campus, while Northern without Borders travels to developing countries to provide medical missionary services.

  • Learn from nationally-recognized scholars in the life sciences. Each year the Keiser Distinguished Lectureship in Life Sciences brings a distinguished scholar to campus to lecture and interact with students. Learn more here. 

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    ASCP Board of Certification Pass Rate (within one year of program completion)

    2022-2023

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    2023-2024 100% 100% 70%
    2024-2025 90% 100% 92%
     
  • The West Central Ohio Medical Laboratory Science program at Ohio Northern University is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).  NAACLS can be contacted at:

     

    5600 N. River Road, Suite 720

    Rosemont, IL  60018-5119

    Phone: 773-714-8880

    Fax: 773-714-8886

    Email: info@naacls.org

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End game: a fulfilling medical laboratory science career

Our graduates are key members of healthcare organizations across the country. They are making a difference in medical diagnosis and care. Check out where a few of our graduates have landed.

What kind of Careers can I get with a Medical Laboratory Science Degree?
- Hospital laboratories
- Community blood centers
- Medical research centers
- Public health laboratories
- University research centers

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