Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Nature of Work

Medical lab technicians work in all areas of the laboratory including hematology, chemistry, blood bank, immunology, microbiology and urinalysis. Working under the supervision of a medical technologist, a Medical Laboratory Technician hunts for clues to the absence, presence, extent, and causes of disease.

A medical laboratory technician performs laboratory tests in all clinical areas represented in the laboratory (i.e., hematology, chemistry, blood bank, microbiology, immunology and urinalysis). Working under the supervision of a medical technologist, a medical laboratory technician hunts for clues to the absence, presence, extent, and causes of diseases. They examine and analyze samples of patient body fluids such as blood, urine and cerebrospinal fluid to provide critical information to the physician for accurate patient diagnosis.

Program Description

The College of Southern Nevada’s Medical Laboratory Technician Program is a two-year course of study that prepares students to work in all areas of the laboratory (i.e., hematology, chemistry, blood bank, immunology, microbiology and urinalysis). Courses in each of the disciplines mentioned above are presented in both lecture and laboratory format. Additionally, students will be assigned to local laboratories to obtain clinical experience. Upon successful completion of the program the student is awarded an Associate of Applied Science Degree and becomes eligible to take a national certification exam. Students who pass the certifying examination are eligible for Nevada licensure as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

Program is accredited by:
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018-5119
773-714-8880 | http://naacls.org

MLT Program Outcomes

*Incomplete data due to mid-academic year reporting

Source: NAACLS Annual Report - 2023 & 2024 Data to date

Medical Laboratory Technician (AAS) Requirements

• Medical Laboratory Technician Advising Sheet
• Medical Laboratory Technician Career Guide
• Medical Laboratory Technician Selection Criteria
• CLS Work Experience Documentation Form

Admission Requirements

This is a Limited Entry Program. Therefore, an application for admission must be submitted by the application deadline and all prerequisite requirements must be completed by the completion deadline in order to be eligible for consideration. This material is reviewed using selection criteria set by the program. Applicants are notified of their standing by the Limited Entry office.

Find out how to apply to this program through the Limited Entry Office.

Student's First Checklist

New students planning to register for courses at CSN must follow the steps outlined on the Getting Started page. This page provides information on the registration process for new students seeking a Limited Entry Health Science Degree or Certificate.

Find out how to Transfer Credits to CSN from other colleges.

Nature of Work

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs and interprets diagnostic laboratory procedures using state-of-the-art instrumentation to aid in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of disease; monitors the standards of accuracy and precision in the performance of test; performs routine maintenance; analyzes and corrects instrument problems; researches, evaluates and implements new procedures; and may be responsible for fiscal/personnel management of laboratory.

Program Description

The College of Southern Nevada’s Medical Laboratory Scientist Program is a four-year course of study that prepares students to work in all areas of the laboratory (i.e., hematology, chemistry, blood bank, immunology, microbiology and urinalysis). Courses in each of the disciplines mentioned are presented in both lecture and laboratory format. Additionally, students will be assigned to local laboratories to obtain clinical experience. Upon successful completion of the program the student is awarded a Bachelor of Applied Science Degree and becomes eligible to take a national certification exam. Students who pass the certifying examination are eligible for Nevada licensure as a Medical Technologist.

Program is accredited by:
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018-5119
773-714-8880 | http://naacls.org

MLS Program Outcomes

*Incomplete data due to mid-academic year reporting

Source: NAACLS Annual Report - 2023 & 2024 Data to date

Medical Laboratory Scientist (BAS) Requirements

Spring Term Information

• Medical Laboratory Scientist Advising Sheet - Spring
• Medical Laboratory Scientist Career Guide - Spring
• Medical Laboratory Scientist Selection Criteria - Spring
• CLS Work Experience Documentation Form

Fall Term Information

• Medical Laboratory Scientist Advising Sheet – Fall
• Medical Laboratory Scientist Career Guide - Fall
• Medical Laboratory Scientist Selection Criteria - Fall
• CLS Work Experience Documentation Form

Admission Requirements

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This is a Limited Entry Program. Therefore, an application for admission must be submitted by the application deadline and all prerequisite requirements must be completed by the completion deadline in order to be eligible for consideration. This material is reviewed using selection criteria set by the program. Applicants are notified of their standing by the Limited Entry office.

Find out how to apply to this program through the Limited Entry Office.

Note: Advanced placement into the Medical Laboratory Scientist program may be available for graduates of an AS or AAS (or equivalent) NAACLS accredited Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program, space permitting. If it has been more than one year since graduation from the MLT program, a current MLT national certification (ASCP or AMT) is required. Please contact the Program Director Heidi Schneiter for more information.

Heidi Schneiter with your full name, NSHE ID#, and email address as they are listed in MyCSN for more information.

Student's First Checklist

New students planning to register for courses at CSN must follow the steps outlined on the Getting Started page. This page provides information on the registration process for new students seeking a Limited Entry Health Science Degree or Certificate.

Find out how to Transfer Credits to CSN from other colleges.

Nature of Work

Phlebotomists usually work under the direction of a lead phlebotomist or medical technologist. The phlebotomist collects blood specimens for analysis, checks the quality of the sample and assumes responsibility for the safety and comfort of patients during the procedure. The phlebotomist must have sufficient venipuncture skills to collect blood from babies, children, adults, and the elderly or "hard to stick" patients. They must also be able to accurately perform skin punctures, blood culture collection and other special laboratory tests. Lastly, they may also have responsibilities in specimen handling and processing. Phlebotomists must have computer skills, communication skills and an understanding of medico-legal implications. The job market for phlebotomists is excellent with many jobs available on various shifts in reference and hospital laboratories.

Program Description

The CSN Phlebotomy Program culminates in a Certificate of Completion. The prerequisite requirements must be completed by the application deadline in order to be eligible for consideration. The process for application to the program can be found on the Flow Chart listed below. Students who successfully complete the MLT/MLS Track or NHA Track are eligible to obtain a Laboratory Assistant License in Nevada to become employed as a phlebotomist.

Phlebotomy Course Requirements

Phlebotomy (MLT/MLS Student Track) Course Requirements

• Phlebotomy (MLT/MLS Track) Advising Sheet
• Phlebotomy (MLT/MLS Track) Career Guide
• Phlebotomy (MLT/MLS Track) Application Process
• Phlebotomy (MLT/MLS Track) Application
• Phlebotomy (MLT/MLS Track) Completion Checklist

Phlebotomy for National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Track Course Requirements

• Phlebotomy (NHA Track) Advising Sheet
• Phlebotomy (NHA Track) Career Guide
• Phlebotomy (NHA Track) Application Process
• Phlebotomy (NHA Track) Application
• Phlebotomy (NHA Track) Completion Checklist

Student's First Checklist

New students planning to register for courses at CSN must follow the steps outlined on the Open Entry Program Checklist. This checklist provides information on the registration process for new students seeking an Open-Entry Health Science Certificate of Achievement or Completion.

Find out how to Transfer Credits to CSN from other colleges.

If you have any questions regarding this program, please contact:

• Program Director: Dr. Pat Armour
  • 702-651-5788 or CLSApplications@csn.edu