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B.S. in Biomedical Sciences with Specialization in Clinical Laboratory Science (Generalists)

Student sitting at desk in classroomClinical laboratory scientists are highly skilled laboratory professionals who are qualified to work in all areas of the clinical laboratory: hematology, microbiology, transfusion service, chemistry, immunology and molecular diagnostics. They play a key role in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases and illnesses. Using sophisticated laboratory equipment, clinical laboratory scientists perform tests and analyze cells, blood and other body fluids to detect abnormalities. They are a vital source of information to doctors who use the test results to determine a course of treatment for patients.

The 134-credit Bachelor of Science program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), which is the national accrediting body for Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) programs. This degree integrates a complex level of theoretical and technical instruction in simulated laboratories on campus. Selected students are then competitively placed into a clinical internship at top-ranked local hospitals. Students successfully completing this generalist CLS program are eligible to take the ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) national certification examinations. Certification is necessary for employment nation-wide and is required for licensure in New York State. CLS generalists rotate through the following laboratory areas at the clinical affiliate site:

  • Chemistry
  • Hematology
  • Immunohematology
  • Microbiology
  • Urinalysis
  • Clinical Immunology
  • Histology (optional)

If you have any questions about the admissions application process or requirements, please contact the Director of the Clinical Laboratory Science Program at 516-299-3039, or e-mail anthony.capetandes@liu.edu, or contact the C.W. Post Graduate Admissions Office at 516-299-2900 or e-mail enroll@cwpost.liu.edu.