Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with a Major in Molecular Diagnostic Sciences
The bachelor of science in health sciences with a major in molecular diagnostic sciences is offered both in fully online and hybrid formats.The program provides students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for positions in diagnostic clinical molecular laboratories, public health laboratories, biotechnology companies, government agencies, law enforcement agencies, and research institutes. In addition, students who complete the program are eligible to take the Molecular Biology Board of Certification examination offered by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
The following requirements must be fulfilled:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Completion of the following prerequisite coursework from a regionally accredited college or university with a grade of C or above: | ||
| 3 credits of English composition | ||
| 8 credits of biology (lecture and lab) | ||
| 4 credits of microbiology (lecture and lab) | ||
| 8 credits of chemistry (lecture and lab) | ||
| 3 credits of organic chemistry or biochemistry | ||
| 3 credits of college mathematics (algebra, statistics, or higher) | ||
| 3 credits in humanities | ||
| 6 credits in social sciences | ||
| A minimum of 22 credits in elective coursework. Elective coursework should include courses in pathophysiology or anatomy and physiology, ethics or values, or global/cross-cultural perspectives. | ||
| Required for the major | ||
| HSCI 1106 | Introduction to Biotechnology for Health Sciences | |
| HSCI 2112W | Writing in the Health Sciences | |
| HSCI 3117 | Principles of Biostatistics for Health Sciences | |
| HSCI 4106 | Introduction to Epidemiology for Health Sciences | |
| HSCI 4112W | Research and Writing in Health Sciences | |
| MLS 3000 | Clinical Laboratory Mathematics | |
| MLS 3001 | Professional Ethics for Medical Laboratory Scientists | |
| MLS 4141 | Immunology and Serology | |
| MLS 4151 | Molecular Diagnostics | |
| MLS 4158 | Laboratory Management and Operations | |
| MLS 4170 | Introduction to Molecular Biology | |
| MLS 4171 | Human Genetics | |
| MLS 4172 | Molecular Diagnostics Capstone | |
| MLS 4217 | Molecular Techniques | |
| MLS 4242 | Applications of Molecular Testing | |
| MLS 4266 | Molecular Diagnostics Practicum | |
| Additional requirements for the fully online BSHS program | ||
| 9 credits in elective coursework selected in consultation with the program advisor. | ||
| Additional requirements for the hybrid BSHS program | ||
| MLS 4251 | Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory | |
| MLS 4252 | Applications of Molecular Testing Laboratory | |
| 6 credits in elective coursework selected in consultation with the program advisor. | ||