Biology Degree Options

3 + 1 Clinical Laboratory Science (Medical Technology) Option

Those who select the 3+1 CLS Option spend the first three years on the University campus. During this time, they complete the fundamental and specialty courses to prepare for their fourth year of study. This fourth year, called a clinical practicum, is completed at a teaching hospital accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for the Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Students may obtain Clinical Practicum positions through application to accredited teaching hospitals. Michigan Tech is affiliated with NAACLS accredited CLS/MT programs in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Washington DC..

Most of our 3+1 students apply for a practicum at one of our affiliates; however, many of our students have been accepted by non-affiliated NAACLS-accredited hospitals across the nation. The practicum consists of academic studies combined with extensive "hands-on" experience in a clinical laboratory. After successful completion of both University and hospital training, the student receives a bachelor's degree in CLS. This qualifies the student to take an examination that, successful completion of, grants national certification as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist.

More CLS related information can be found on the CLS Home Page.