The BS Biomedical Sciences: Clinical Laboratory Science at Long Island University is designed for aspiring professionals who are passionate about the critical role laboratory diagnostics play in modern healthcare. You will gain the essential knowledge and practical skills required to become a licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist, a vital member of the healthcare team responsible for detecting, diagnosing, and monitoring diseases. This undergraduate degree prepares you to work with sophisticated instrumentation and perform complex analyses on biological samples, providing crucial diagnostic information that guides patient treatment and management.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelors Degree program, studied over four years, immerses you in core scientific principles and specialized clinical laboratory techniques. You will explore areas such as human anatomy and physiology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, and hematology, alongside essential computer applications and laboratory information systems. Throughout your studies, you will engage in hands-on learning, culminating in practical experiences through extensive practicum courses in various laboratory departments. You will graduate prepared for national certification and licensure, ready to pursue a rewarding career in clinical laboratory science.