An OC graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science will:

  • Safely collect, process, perform and report routine clinical laboratory tests on biological specimens and other substances, with precision and accuracy under minimal supervision within a reasonable length of time.?
  • Perform routine maintenance, standardization, calibration procedures for laboratory equipment and use necessary corrective methods to maintain and improve laboratory quality controls.?
  • Use problem solving skills to recognize abnormal patient values and apply appropriate corrective procedures.?
  • Correlate didactic instruction with laboratory results in the diagnosis and treatment of patients to understand the concept of total patient care.?
  • Communicate well with all levels of personnel while demonstrating professional and ethical conduct, and adhere to patient safety guidelines.
  • Stay current with new laboratory technologies and procedures through continuing professional education.

    • Student must complete a minimum of 128 hours including the major, core, and minor if required. Elective hours may be needed to reach 128 hours.