A medical technologist (also known as a clinical laboratory scientist) analyzes samples (such as blood, body fluids, and body tissues) to help health care professionals diagnose and treat disease. At Caldwell, there are two paths towards obtaining a degree in this profession. In both, you will complete the core curriculum and several science courses at Caldwell in three years. You then can apply to any of the following:
1. Programs with a partner hospital. These programs are 12 months long. Upon successfully completing the program, the credits earned at the hospital transfer to Caldwell, and you are awarded a B.S. Medical Technology degree from Caldwell. Our partner hospitals include:
2. Program with the School of Health Professions, Rutgers University. This program is 15 months long. Upon successfully completing the program, the credits earned transfer to Caldwell, and you are awarded a B.S. Clinical Laboratory Science degree jointly by Rutgers University and Caldwell University.
With a B.S. in Medical Technology degree, you will be able to work in hospitals, independent laboratories, clinics, physicians’ offices, government agencies, pharmaceutical and cosmetic firms, veterinary offices, and research institutions.
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