Pre-Clinical Laboratory Science, A.A.
The Pre-Clinical Laboratory Science program helps you build a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, and other sciences. Designed to support continued study, the program can prepare you to transfer to a bachelor鈥檚 degree program in clinical laboratory science or a related discipline. Check with your intended transfer institution to confirm its specific requirements.
What Can You Do with a Degree in Pre-Clinical Laboratory Science?
This degree can help you prepare to transfer into a bachelor鈥檚 program in clinical
laboratory science, medical laboratory science, or a related field. The A.A. alone
may not qualify you for clinical laboratory scientist positions, which typically require
additional education and may require certification or licensure. You can also use
the science coursework as a foundation for exploring related healthcare and laboratory
pathways.
The A.A. Degree is generally a starting point for further education rather than preparation
for independent clinical laboratory work. After completing an appropriate bachelor鈥檚
degree and any required certification or licensure, graduates may pursue roles such
as clinical laboratory scientist or medical laboratory scientist. Laboratory professionals
work in hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, clinics, research facilities, and public
health organizations. Career requirements vary by employer and location.
Suggested Curriculum
The courses below are recommended as part of your program of study. Please work with
your Academic Advisor to select the courses that are right for you and your educational
goals.
Area A: Communication (9 credits)
- ENG 101 Composition I (C1 900) - with a grade of C or better
- ENG 102 Composition II (C1 901R) - with a grade of C or better
- COMM 101 Principles of Communication (C2 900)
Area B: Humanities and Fine Arts (9 credits)
Select three courses from the list for Area B with at least one course from humanities and one from fine arts.
Area C: Mathematics (3-4 credits)
Select one math course from:
- MATH 115 General Education Statistics (M1 902)
- MATH 153 Probability and Statistics (MI 902)
Area D: Physical and Life Sciences (9 credits)
- BIOL 112 Organismal Biology (L1 910L; BIO 910)
- CHEM 110 General Chemistry I (P1 902L; CHM 911)
Area E: Social and Behavioral Sciences (9 credits)
Select three courses in at least two different disciplines from the list for Area E.
- BIOL 111 Cellular and Molecular Biology (IAI: BIO 910; L1 910L) recommended
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CHEM 130 General Chemistry II (CHM 912) recommended
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CHEM 203 Organic Chemistry I (CHM 913)
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CHEM 204 Organic Chemistry II (CHM 914)
Select two biology courses from the following:
- BIOL 211 Microbiology
- BIOL 221 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- BIOL 222 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Each college and university has its own major requirements and transfer policies. Consult the schools you are considering and a 91重口 advisor to discuss courses and their transferability.
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