Online Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science Chemistry

This program is ideal for individuals currently working in clinical laboratories or those seeking to expand their knowledge in clinical chemistry and pursue categorical certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).

Whether you are advancing your qualifications for employment or working toward ASCP Technologist in Chemistry categorical certification (Route 3), this program provides the specialized training you need to support your career growth.

The certificate curriculum includes in-depth study of clinical chemistry principles and laboratory practices, including analytical techniques, instrumentation, quality assurance, and the biochemical basis of disease. Students complete rigorous online coursework along with a hands-on clinical practicum, which may be arranged at their place of employment or an approved clinical site.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree and meet specific biology and chemistry coursework prerequisites. Contact us at onlineenrollment@uc.edu and an Enrollment Advisor will work with you directly. 

Our program provides the advanced technical expertise and specialized academic foundation essential for today's professionals in immunohematology and blood banking. The certificate curriculum is designed to develop the competencies, ethics, and professional standards defined by the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) and other relevant certifying bodies, ensuring that you are well prepared for certification and advanced practice in blood banking.

Students will complete a rigorous hands-on clinical practicum and a capstone research project as part of the certificate program. The practicum is tailored to each student's background, and those with sufficient prior work experience may be eligible for Life Experience Credit from the university to fulfill some or all practicum requirements. Eligibility depends on course grades, timeline of work experience, competency evaluations, and professional references. An Enrollment Advisor can provide further details.

This program can be completed in as little as two semesters (one academic year).

Advancing your education with a specialized certificate in Clinical Chemistry enhances your expertise and opens new career opportunities in a vital area of diagnostic laboratory science. As healthcare systems increasingly rely on accurate chemical analysis for disease detection, monitoring, and treatment decisions, certified specialists in clinical chemistry play a critical role in delivering timely and reliable patient care.

Professionals with this certificate bring essential skills to hospital laboratories, reference labs, research institutions, and public health settings. Their expertise includes analytical techniques, instrumentation, quality control, and the biochemical interpretation of lab results—skills that are fundamental to supporting clinical decision-making and advancing healthcare outcomes.

Students who excel in this program typically hold a bachelor’s degree in a laboratory science or related clinical field and have prior experience in a clinical setting. If you have a foundational background in medical laboratory science, biology, chemistry, or a similar discipline and want to specialize in clinical chemistry, this program will equip you with the advanced knowledge and technical skills needed for certification and professional growth.

Graduates benefit from eligibility for advanced certifications, increased salary potential, opportunities for promotion, and a deeper understanding of clinical chemistry principles and practices that are essential to modern diagnostic medicine.

• 100% online coursework with flexible scheduling
• Can be completed in just one academic year (two semesters)
• Start in fall, spring, or summer semester
• Faculty comprised of leading experts and practitioners in blood banking and transfusion medicine
• Transfer credits accepted from accredited programs or relevant prior coursework

Graduates of the University of Cincinnati’s Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Chemistry consistently perform at or above national averages on certification exams related to clinical chemistry. Program outcomes are assessed according to standards set by accrediting bodies such as NAACLS and ASCLS, reflecting the success of students who complete both the online coursework and hands-on clinical practicum.

• The University of Cincinnati and all regional campuses are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
• The University of Cincinnati Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS)
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The University of Cincinnati is staying ahead of the growing demand for laboratory science professionals by offering a full lab science education pathway starting with this program. Graduates from this program can qualify for the Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science and the Doctorate of Clinical Laboratory Sciences. Both are completely online and offer unrivaled lab science graduate degree experience. If you’re interested in furthering your education after graduation, we encourage you to visit these programs!