The Medical Laboratory Science Program offers a comprehensive education in clinical laboratory science. Students can select from various tracks tailored to their academic and professional aspirations. Learn more about the MLS academic program curriculum on the Medical Laboratory Science Program Guides.
Certification Track
Certification Track
The curriculum is designed to prepare students for entry-level work as medical laboratory scientist. In addition to four semesters of MEDLBS courses, certification students participate in a six-week internship program during the final semester in order to gain clinical experience and take a required comprehensive final exam to help prepare for the national certification exam. Graduates of this track of study will be qualified to sit for the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification exam.
Students who already hold a bachelor’s degree have the option of either earning a second degree or a “certificate of study.” Certificate of study students who do not have to meet the General Education (GE) requirements in the curriculum. We encourage those with B.S. degrees (who qualify) to consider the Coordinated Grad Track as well.
ASCP Board of Registry Certification Exam results for Ohio State's MLS Program:
- 100% of the Class of 2021 exam takers passed within a year of graduation
- 94% (15 of 16) of the Class of 2020 exam takers passed within a year of graduation
- 100% of the Class of 2019 exam takers passed within a year of graduation
- 94% (17 of 18) of the Class of 2018 exam takers passed within a year of graduation
For students who began the final half of the program, there was a 98% Graduation Rate over the last 3 years:
- The Class of 2021 had a 95% (18 of 19) Graduation Rate (5% Attrition)
- The Class of 2020 had a 96% (22 of 23) Graduation Rate (4% Attrition)
- The Class of 2019 had a 100% Graduation Rate (0% Attrition)
- The Class of 2018 had a 100% Graduation Rate (0%Attrition)
Employment and/or Graduate Program Placement Rate:
- The Class of 2021 had a 100% Placement Rate
- The Class of 2020 had a 100% Placement Rate
- The Class of 2019 had a 100% Placement Rate
- The Class of 2018 had a 100% Placement Rate
Facilities Available for Clinical Internships
Medical Science Track
Medical Science Track
If you are interested in medical, nursing, physician assisting, dental, veterinary, optometry school or any other professional or graduate school the Medical Science Track may be for you. This track provides the student with the pathophysiology of laboratory diagnostics without actually teaching the students to perform the laboratory procedures. This is an excellent preparation for medical school or other post-baccalaureate studies and our graduates are having great success in both getting into and performing well in their desired professional programs. The lack of lab courses in this curriculum allows for more flexible scheduling which can accommodate outside courses required of students wanting into medical or other graduate programs
Graduates of this track do not qualify to take the national certifying exam upon graduation. Some pre-med students do choose to complete the certification track in addition to pursuing their pre-med plans if their schedules allow.
Graduates of this track do not qualify to take the national certifying exam upon graduation. Some pre-med students do choose to complete the certification track in addition to pursuing their pre-med plans if their schedules allow.
MLT Articulation Track
MLT Articulation Track - In-person and Online
The MLT to MLS Bachelor of Science degree tracks are designed for certified Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) who want to advance their education and career opportunities by earning a Bachelor of Science degree and becoming eligible for the MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification exam through Route 2 eligibility.
To meet eligibility requirements for the MLS (ASCP) exam under Route 2, students must be certified as an MLT, obtain a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, and have at least 2 years of clinical lab experience within the last 5 years. Experience must cover all areas of the lab. This program will NOT fulfill the additional professional experience requirements needed to sit for the MLS (ASCP) exam.
Coordinated Graduate Track
Coordinated Graduate Track
If you currently have a bachelor’s degree in a field other than medical technology, clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory science and would like to become eligible for MLS certification while pursuing a graduate education our Coordinated Graduate Track curriculum would fit your needs.
Graduates of this three year program (one year undergraduate & two years graduate) will be eligible for certification after the end of the second year and will earn a Master of Science at the end of the third year.
All students completing an undergraduate degree track receive a BS in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.
Graduates of this three year program (one year undergraduate & two years graduate) will be eligible for certification after the end of the second year and will earn a Master of Science at the end of the third year.
All students completing an undergraduate degree track receive a BS in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.
Course Offerings
Course Offerings
Refer to each specific track’s curriculum guide to see what courses are required. Note that classes are only offered once a year.
In-person Classes
MEDLBS 4400 Introduction to the Medical Laboratory Environment
An introduction to the basic principles and safety in the clinical laboratory environment.
MEDLBS 4405 Introduction to the Medical Laboratory Environment Laboratory
An introduction to the practice of basic principles and safety in the clinical laboratory environment.
MEDLBS 4500 Phlebotomy
The principles and practice of sample collection as it relates to clinical laboratory testing.
MEDLBS 4505 Phlebotomy Laboratory
The practice of sample collection for the clinical laboratory.
MEDLBS 5000 Medical Laboratory Microbiology II
Introduce medical bacteriology and virology in the aspects of fundamental epidemiology, disease transmission routes, clinical correlation of microbial diseases, as well as diagnostic tests to identify commonly encountered and clinically important bacteria.MEDLBS 5005 Medical Laboratory Microbiology II Laboratory
Basic theory and application of clinical laboratory techniques used to identify bacteria pathogenic to humans.
MEDLBS 5050 Medical Laboratory Hematology
Theory and application of clinical laboratory procedures used to identify and evaluate the formed elements of the blood and hemostatic mechanisms in health and disease. Also available as embedded honors.
MEDLBS 5055 Medical Laboratory Hematology Laboratory
Theory and application of clinical laboratory procedures used to identify and evaluate the formed elements of the blood and hemostatic mechanisms in health and disease.
MEDLBS 5089 Clinical Practice in Medical Laboratory Science
Application of medical laboratory technique under supervision in clinical laboratories or other non-hospital laboratory settings.
MEDLBS 5100 Medical Laboratory Microbiology I
Introduce medical mycology, parasitology, and virology in the aspects of fundamental epidemiology, disease transmission routes, clinical correlation of microbial diseases, as well as diagnostic tests to identify commonly encountered and clinically important viruses, fungi, and parasites.
MEDLBS 5105 Medical Laboratory Microbiology I Laboratory
The theory and application of clinical laboratory procedures used to identify fungi, parasites, and viruses pathogenic to humans
MEDLBS 5150 Medical Laboratory Microscopy
Microscopic analysis of urine and other body fluids including correlational pathophysiology.
MEDLBS 5155 Medical Laboratory Microscopy Laboratory
Microscopic analysis of urine and other body fluids.
MEDLBS 5200 Medical Laboratory Immunology
Theory, application, and correlation of clinical immunology knowledge and procedures used to evaluate the function of the immune system in health and disease
MEDLBS 5205 Medical Laboratory Immunology Laboratory
Theory, application and correlation of clinical immunology knowledge and procedures
MEDLBS 5250 Medical Laboratory Immunohematology
The theory and practice of blood banking and transfusion medicine
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MEDLBS 5255 Medical Laboratory Immunohematology Laboratory
Theory and practice of blood banking and transfusion medicine
MEDLBS 5300 Medical Laboratory Chemistry
Principles in clinical chemistry with an emphasis on analysis and correlation of biochemical parameters with disease. Also available as embedded honors
MEDLBS 5305 Medical Laboratory Chemistry Laboratory
Applications of theory in quality control, method selection and evaulation, and diagnostic techniques in the clinical chemistry.
MEDLBS 5350 Professional Issues in Medical Laboratory Science
Theory and application of professional, education, and management issues directed specifically towards Medical Laboratory Science.
MEDLBS 5400 Molecular Techniques in Medical Laboratory Science
Theory and clinical applications of molecular techniques used in medical laboratory science.
MEDLBS 5600 Interdisciplinary Studies in Medical Laboratory Science
The application of medical laboratory science in interdisciplinary settings.
**Students enrolled in the Certification, Coordinated Graduate and in-person MLT track are required to take MEDLBS 5600 during their final quarter/semester of enrollment.MEDLBS 5600 is a comprehensive final exam covering all medical laboratory science courses taken in the program. This exam is set up as a mock registry exam and designed to prepare you for the real national certification exam that students will take after graduation.
Students must pass this test with an acceptable grade in order to graduate as a certification/MLT major. Details regarding this comprehensive exam are given once students have been admitted to the program. Any questions can be directed to Jessica Mantini at mantini.4@osu.edu.
5690 Advanced Topics in Medical Laboratory Science
Introduction to skills and resources necessary to enhance professional development and facilitate professional goal setting.
5693 Individual Studies
Guided study or individual readings, research, or experiences related to medical laboratory science.
5890 Seminar in Medical Laboratory Science
Introduction to the skills and resources necessary to enhance professional development and facilitate professional goal setting.
Online Courses
MEDLBS 4000 Medical Laboratory Clinical Bacteriology
Introduce medical bacteriology in the aspects of fundamental epidemiology, disease transmission routes, clinical correlation of microbial diseases, as well as diagnostic tests to identify commonly encountered and clinically important bacteria.
MEDLBS 4050 Medical Laboratory Hematology
Theory and application of clinical laboratory procedures used to identify and evaluate the formed elements of the blood and hemostatic mechanisms. Correlation of hematological laboratory data with metabolic processes and disease states are explored.
MEDLBS 4100 Medical Laboratory Special Microbiology
Introduce medical mycology, parasitology, and virology in the aspects of fundamental epidemiology, disease transmission routes, clinical correlation of microbial diseases, as well as diagnostic tests to identify commonly encountered and clinically important viruses, fungi and parasites.
MEDLBS 4150 Medical Laboratory Microscopy
Microscopic analysis of urine and other body fluids including correlational pathophysiology.
MEDLBS 4200 Medical Laboratory Immunology
Introduces the theory, application, and correlation of clinical immunology knowledge and procedures used to evaluate the function of the immune system in health and disease.
MEDLBS 4250 Medical Laboratory Immunohematology
Theory and practice of blood banking and transfusion medicine.
MEDLBS 4300 Medical Laboratory Clinical Chemistry
This course will cover the biochemical basis for diseases commonly diagnosed or monitored using tests performed in the clinical chemistry laboratory. The basics of the methods used to perform the tests will be discussed as well as their interpretation. Techniques used to evaluate the validity of testing will be covered.
MEDLBS 4350 Professional Issues in Medical Laboratory Science
Theory and application of professional, education, and management issues directed specifically towards Medical Laboratory Science. This course will prepare students to function in the roles of laboratory supervisors, managers, and educators.
MEDLBS 4600 Interdisciplinary Studies in Medical Laboratory Science
The application of medical lab science in interdisciplinary settings.
**Students enrolled in the online MLT track are required to take MEDLBS 4600 during their final semester of enrollment. MEDLBS 4600 is a comprehensive final exam covering all medical laboratory science courses taken in the program. This exam is set up as a mock registry exam and designed to prepare you for the real national certification exam that students will take after graduation.
MEDLBS 4700 Molecular Techniques in Medical Laboratory Science
Theory and clinical applications of molecular techniques used in medical laboratory science.