Students may wish to select their elective courses to provide the basis for a particular medical laboratory science specialty or so as to be eligible for another major of their choice should they change their career plans. In the clinical laboratory science option, each medical laboratory science course must be satisfactorily completed as defined in the Policy for Successful Completion of Medical Laboratory Science Courses, distributed to all students as they begin their course of study. The option in cytotechnology is a distinct specialty within the clinical laboratory involved in the microscopic evaluation of cells to detect morphologic changes related to benign and malignant disease. The first three years are spent on campus building a foundation in biology, chemistry, math, and medical laboratory science, followed by a one year clinical practicum in an accredited hospital program. A strong sense of responsibility, ability to concentrate, and an interest in natural science are necessary qualities for a cytotechnologist.
Career opportunities are excellent.
Graduate study possibilities include pathology, anatomy, or genetics. Entrance to the Option in Cytotechnology Students interested in this option are encouraged to discuss cytotechnology with the department chairperson as early as possible to select the most appropriate courses. Application for this option should be made during the spring semester of the sophomore year and no later than the fall semester of the junior year. Generally, students apply for admission to the accredited hospital program in the fall semester of the junior year. All rights reserved .