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1The basic requirements for eligibility to take the national examination for MedicalLaboratory Scientist (MLS) certification is a bachelor of science degree in biology,chemistry, medical technology or a related life science degree and 12 months of

training in the clinical laboratory sciences in a program accredited by the NationalAccrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS; www.naacls.org).

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

The Medical Technology Program offers several options for students to obtain the

education they will need to pursue careers in this field; however, in all cases the

clinical laboratory training must be taken at one of our five affiliated schools:

Medical Technology (Biology

BS in MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY 3+1

90 Credits of Required Courses at GMU (or Transferred)

30 Credits of Clinical Laboratory Sciences

One of the great challenges of the 21st century

is to maintain and improve the quality of humanlife and that of the living support system that is

our planet and the species that live on it.

The Biology Undergraduate Program is a

collaboration between the Department of

Molecular and Microbiology (MMB) and the

Department of Environmental Science and

Policy (ESP). In addition, the Program has its

own dedicated teaching faculty. The under-

graduate program in Medical Technology is

offered in conjunction with local affiliatedschools in the clinical laboratory sciences.

BS in MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY 4+1

120 Credits of Required Courses (BS in Biology)

30 Credits of Clinical Laboratory Sciences

CONCENTRATIONS

Biotechnology

Molecular Biology

Environmental & Conservation Biology

BS in BIOLOGY1

Mason s focus on

interdisciplinary studie

allows students to enjoa deeper academic

experience.

CONTACT US

Biology Program/Medical Tec

nology Program Coordinator

4400 University Drive, MSN 3

Fairfax, VA 22030-4444

Tel. 703-993-1050/3462

Microbiology

COLLEGEOFSCIENC

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44 Credits in Biology Courses

Variety of Courses or Focus

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Other Career Planning Resources

Explore Health Careers

http://www.explorehealthcareers.org/en/Index.aspx

GMU Medical Technology (undergraduate programs)

http://cos.gmu.edu/academics/undergraduate/

majors/medical_technology

GMU Health Professions Advising (graduate programs)

http://prehealth.gmu.edu/

American Medical Technologists

http://www.amt1.com/

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory

Sciences

http://www.naacls.org/

American Society for Clinical Pathology

http://www.ascp.org/default.aspx

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science

http://www.ascls.org/

National Society for Histotechnology

http://www.nsh.org

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of the Medical Technology Program pursue diverse careers in hospitals;hysicians, dentists, and veterinarians offices; clinics; medical and diagnosticaboratories; the federal government and state agencies; health care-associatedndustries; and colleges and universities.

This program requires the equivalent of three years of full-time pre-professionaltudy at the college level preceding a senior year of professional education in anffiliated school of medical technology. All affiliated schools are accredited by the

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).

Responsibility for applying to schools of medical technology and gaining admissionests with the student; however, guidance is provided by the Medical Technology

Program Coordinator. Admission to medical technology schools is selective, soandidates should strive for strong academic standing. Students who fail to gaindmission to an affiliated, NAACLS-approved school are unable to complete the

degree program. Such students may transfer to biology major without loss of credits.

Application to medical technology schools should be initiated about a year before thedesired entrance date. This fact, coupled with the large number of required courses inhe pre-professional curriculum, makes it imperative that students in the programonsult regularly with their faculty advisor. All medical technology majors androspective majors are urged to enroll in MTCH 200 as early as possible. Thisourse provides information on the profession, as well as the educational demandslaced on candidates.

Listed below are some resources for additional information on this career.

GMU will help you to open

doors and make essentialconnections for a medical

technology career

ical Laboratory Training

usta Health

ool of Clinical Laboratory Science

va Fairfax Hospital

dical Technology Program

kingham Memorial Hospital

dical Technology Program

George Washington University

dical Center, Clinical Laboratory

ence Program

shington Hospital Center

ool of Medical Technology

RESEARCH

OPPORTUNITIESUndergraduates can obtain credits

toward their degrees as they participa

in research and practical experiences

with faculty and department affiliate

with lab-based projects, field research

apprenticeships, and internships.

Students are also encouraged to obta

experience with local organizations t

better prepare them in using the skills

needed by medical technologists andother health career professionals,

including good judgment, observatio

and analysis of details, oral and writte

communication, and manual dexterity

WHY MASON?

The proximity of Mason to

Washington, DC, gives us a unique

opportunity to partner with many

organizations involved in training ancareers in the health sciences. In

addition to our five affiliated schools

medical technology training, this

campus offers many options for

courses, hearing speakers on health

care topics, exploring different paths

laboratory research or clinical work,

and being mentored by faculty and

community experts from public heal

international aid organizations, privat

industries, and governmental agencie

Medical laboratory scientists are in

great demand as essential members o

the health care team to help diagnose

and manage diseases. GMU has diver

courses to help students explore

multiple related fields, while preparin

them in a solid science academic

background. On successful completi

of the clinical training and passing th

national certification exam, GMUgraduates can be assured of finding

employment in this field, either in the

Mid-Atlantic region or anywhere!