Program Mission
The mission of the Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science Program is to provide an excellent educational program embodying a curriculum that prepares students to become competent professionals who are committed to providing quality patient care, serving the community, and advancing the body of knowledge in clinical laboratory science.
Program Goals
- To provide students with a model educational system based upon scientific and technological excellence.
- To provide a high quality academic program and clinical learning experiences that espouses commitment to quality patient care and concern for the dignity and rights of all patients.
- To provide opportunities for faculty and the professional community to work with students to further the body of knowledge in the profession through research and scholarship.
- To provide qualified and competent practitioners and future leaders, within the educational framework, to ensure the integrity of the profession, promote service to the community, and respond to health care issues and needs.
Graduate Competencies
Develops and performs specimen collection, processing, and evaluation, adapting systems when corrective actions are indicated.
Performs analytical tests on body fluids, cells, and other substances.
Correlates laboratory data, recognizes problems, and selects appropriate corrective actions.
Utilizes quality control and quality assurance measures to evaluate the validity and reliability of laboratory test results and services provided.
Evaluates new techniques, instruments, and methodologies.
Applies knowledge of applicable regulations that govern laboratory operations so that compliance is maintained.
Demonstrates professional conduct and interpersonal skills with patients, laboratory personnel, and other health care professionals.
Exercises principles of financial, operations, information, and human resource management.
Applies principles of educational methodology in the development and delivery of instructional materials to students, health care professionals, and patients.
Recognizes the importance of continuing education for growth and the maintenance of professional competence.
Applies knowledge of research design in evaluating published studies.