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Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science (Graduate Certificate) at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

The post-baccalaureate certificate in medical laboratory science (MLS) program teaches students to analyze blood, urine, tissue, and other body specimens to detect, diagnose, and treat disease. The program covers the latest molecular techniques to investigate and determine the causes of disease. Required courses can be completed on either a full- or part-time basis. Courses in the major are designed to broaden the student's foundation in the sciences in preparation for the clinical phase of the program. All courses are taken online, with the exception of the four months of clinical practica.

Faculty: School of Medicine and Health Sciences  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

Required coursework includes MLS 4141 Immunology and Serology; MLS 4145 Clinical Biochemistry I; MLS 4146 Clinical Biochemistry II; MLS 4116 Clinical Bacteriology I; MLS 4117 Clinical Bacteriology II.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.5 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale Applicants must include a 250-500 word essay describing your reasons for undertaking study at GW, your academic objectives, career goals and related qualifications, including collegiate, professional, and community activities, relevant to your program of interest. Include any substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application form. One (1) letter of recommendation Official transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended (including via dual enrollment), whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Official transcripts must be forwarded in their

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

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