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The field of clinical laboratory science offers opportunities for students who are interested in the biological and chemical sciences. Clinical laboratory scientists are academically prepared, skilled laboratory workers who perform a variety of analyses which aid the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

The Associate of Applied Science-Clinical Laboratory Technician degree is a two-year program which permits students to achieve the status of clinical laboratory technician (CLT). The program is carefully articulated with the baccalaureate program in clinical laboratory sciences.

The BS-Clinical Laboratory Scientist degree is a 4-year program which provides an understanding of the theoretical and scientific fundamentals underlying the procedures involved, which include a broad based knowledge in the principles of human biology, chemistry, analytical instrumentation, and a familiarity with the educational and managerial aspects associated with one who occupies a professional role in a wide variety of settings.

Students seeking admission to the AAS degree program must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or better. Students seeking admission to the BS degree program must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or better.

Refer to Probation, Retention and Readmission Policies  in the College of Nursing and Health Professions.

For more information about the CLS Program, go to: http://www.astate.edu/college/conhp/departments/clinical-laboratory-sciences/.

Programs

• Clinical Laboratory Science, AAS
• Clinical Laboratory Science, BS

• Healthcare Studies, Minor

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