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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Medical Laboratory Studies Major (MAP)


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The Medical Laboratory Studies major is designed for already certified medical laboratory technicians with an Associate of Science (AS) degree in medical laboratory technology who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree, in order to eventually qualify to sit for the MLS exam with the American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) using the route 2 pathway.

This major incorporate a strong concentration of biology (6 credits) and chemistry (9 credits) courses. Often referred to as the Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Career Pathway. (See Career Pathway visual below) This is also a strong course of study for MLT’s who plan to attend a science-based graduate programs in the areas of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Physician Assistant, or Pathologist Assistant.

Major Requirements: (30 Semester Hours)


Medical Laboratory Studies Core Requirements: (12 Credit Hours)


Choose one of the following:


Foundational Core Requirements: (9 Credit Hours)


Medical Laboratory Studies Electives: (9 Credit Hours)


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