The University of Cincinnati is dedicated to helping all students take the necessary courses to finish their degree as efficiently as possible. The DCLS program includes paths for students with Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in medical laboratory science and related fields.
A full-time student can finish this program in as little as three years, while a part-time student can finish in as little as six years. These include:
Medical laboratory science students must use good judgment, patience, attention to detail, and scientific curiosity to perform the duties of a clinical practice. To be successful in the DCLS program, all applicants must be able to perform or learn to perform the essential functions below.
Students must be able to use a computer to acquire and enter information, including using the university’s learning management system, complex laboratory information systems, and other software/technology. This includes full participation in class discussions, group projects, clinical practice, and use of web-based library resources to search for information and link to course readings and video presentations. Students must also:
If a student’s ability to read or acquire information using a computer, textbook, or other written document is compromised, they must find other means to collect and convey information. This will be the student’s responsibility and is subject to reasonable accommodations that may be granted under the ADA.
Students must be able to communicate effectively and appropriately in English with staff, faculty, and fellow students. This includes, but is not limited to verbal, written, typed, or graphic communication. The candidate must be able to participate in written and verbal discussions, advanced clinical practice, and compose written assignments and projects. This includes the ability to adapt to assistive devices where needed such as: phone receivers, hearing aids, etc.
The student must be able to measure, calculate, reason, integrate, and synthesize intellectual materials. The student must be able to use problem-solving skills in a timely fashion and have the ability to assimilate, learn, and communicate large volumes of complex, technically detailed information. They must be able to apply these concepts.
The student must have the emotional health to utilize all of their intellectual abilities. This includes using good judgment, and self-control, and being able to operate in stressful situations where they may need to adapt to a changing environment. Developing effective working relationships with fellow students, faculty, staff, and other health care professionals and patients both online and face-to-face is also required. Students should be able to evaluate their performance, accept constructive criticism, and be willing and able to improve.
The student must be able to move freely and safely within the laboratory. This includes reaching benches, top shelves, and manually adjusting to patients in different settings from lying in beds or on mobile carts or chairs. Students should be able to collect lab specimens from patients and properly use lab equipment (i.e. pipettes, inoculating loops, and test tubes) and adjust instruments to perform procedures. This includes moderately taxing continuous physical work from prolonged sitting, and using a keyboard to operate instruments, calculate, record, evaluate, and transmit laboratory information.
Any questions about these standards or policies should be directed to the University of Cincinnati’s Accessibility Resources department.
These Courses Are Required to Complete the Doctorate Degree
Students Must Select Nine (9) Credits in this Category
Students can be accepted into the Doctorate of Clinical Laboratory Science program from both the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels. Visit the DCLS program’s admission requirements page for the full requirements for both levels.
The University of Cincinnati does not require students in the online Doctorate of Clinical Laboratory Science program to travel for their required residency. The residency is designed to be completed over three semesters and can be partially completed at home and local affiliated sites depending on your location within the U.S.
Visit the DCLS curriculum page for more details on the program classes!
Professionals from ANY laboratory background can qualify for the Master’s in Medical Laboratory Science Leadership program.
Applicants must have at least ONE of the following:
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