Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science

Technical Standards

Technical standards represent the essential functions that students must master to successfully complete program requirements. Standards for this program are listed below.

Students must be able to:

1. Perform laboratory assays and tasks with coordination and control.
2. Manipulate small objects and devices.
3. Turn dials, press buttons and keypads, and move switches.
4. Maneuver around instruments in the laboratory and in patient care settings.
5. Perform and interpret laboratory assays, including distinguishing red, yellow, blue, and other color reactions; distinguishing between solutions that are clear, cloudy or particulate; identifying stained and unstained cellular and non-cellular components in the range of 1 µm using a microscope; and reading calibration lines or scales that range 1 mm apart.
6. Perform tasks and assays that require responses to auditory stimuli.
7. Perform phlebotomy and other blood acquisition procedures safely.
8. Perform and interpret laboratory assays effectively, including the ability to communicate effectively in English, both in written and non-written forms.
9. Read, understand, and follow directions printed in English.