Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science in Cincinnati United States | University of Cincinnati

The University of Cincinnati's Medical Laboratory Science certificate program caters to students holding or pursuing a bachelor's degree in science who aim to become medical laboratory scientists. This program includes specialized coursework and clinical rotations meeting NAACLS accreditation standards for Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) programs.

Upon completing this NAACLS-accredited MLS program, graduates qualify to take the ASCP Board of Certification exam to earn the MLS(ASCP) professional credential.

Medical laboratory scientists are vital healthcare team members who conduct diagnostic tests crucial for disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Their expertise spans multiple laboratory disciplines including chemistry, microbiology, hematology, immunology, toxicology, blood banking, and molecular diagnostics. These professionals employ both manual techniques and automated systems, utilizing laboratory information systems to process and communicate patient results. Additionally, they maintain rigorous quality control and assurance protocols within laboratory settings.