Completion of this minor qualifies the student to take the Technologist in Blood Banking examination offered by national certifying agencies. 

Required
MLS 4141Immunology and Serology
MLS 4150Immunohematology
MLS 4151Molecular Diagnostics
MLS 4158Laboratory Management and Operations
MLS 4160Blood Bank Practicum

All courses for the minor are taught online, with the exception of the clinical practicum. The clinical practicum is taken upon completion of didactic coursework. Students typically are in a clinical laboratory eight hours per day (daytime hours), five days per week. Students must be able to fulfill the necessary time requirement for the practicum.