Medical Laboratory Sciences Workforce Development
Online Post-baccalaureate Certificates
Sharpen your clinical skills to advance your career.
Our online medical laboratory sciences (MLS) certificates are designed for the clinical affiliate medical laboratory professional who did not major in MLS, but who is pursuing external certification as a technologist in a specific discipline. Two certificates are available: clinical core lab and clinical microbiology lab.
Learn more about ASCP requirements for certification as a discipline-specific technologist.
Credit hours required
Clinical core lab:
12
Clinical microbiology lab:
9
Application Deadlines
| Term | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | August 1 |
| Spring | December 1 |
| Summer | May 15 |
What Can I Do With a Medical Laboratory Sciences Workforce Development Certificate from NIU?
Our flexible online medical laboratory sciences workforce development certificates will enhance your pursuit of external certification as a technologist in a specific discipline.
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How to Apply
You can apply if you:
- Have a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or related area, with a combination of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry
- Work in a clinical lab setting
You’ll apply to NIU as a post-baccalaureate student. Then, you’ll apply to the certificate program. Please contact Ellen Olsen at eolsen1@niu.edu to request the certificate application.
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