Virginia Commonwealth University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The department offers two master's level programs in clinical laboratory sciences. The Advanced Master's Program in Clinical Laboratory Sciences is designed for students holding a baccalaureate in clinical laboratory sciences and generalist certification by the National Credentialing Agency for Clinical Laboratory Personnel or the American Society for Clinical Pathologists. Candidates may specialize and complete a thesis or project in clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunohematology, immunology, or instrumentation/computer applications. The Categorical Master's Program is designed for students with baccalaureate degrees in biology or chemistry. This program provides specialized study, including a clinical practicum, in one of the following areas: clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology or immunohematology. Upon completion of the Categorical Master's Program, students are eligible to take a national certification examination in the area in which they performed their concentrated study.

Accreditation:

Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Midsize City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above