Clinical Education

Our department collaborates with a variety of hospitals, labs, health systems, and biotech companies within a two-hour drive of campus to provide clinical education and internship opportunities for both Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) and Applied Molecular Biology & Biotechnology (AMBB) majors.

In their final semester, MLS students participate in structured clinical rotations in areas such as chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and more. Students typically gain clinical experience at a large hospital and at least two other affiliated sites.

AMBB majors, on the other hand, complete an internship practicum in relevant biotechnology fields throughout their senior year.

During their practicum, students may need to live off-campus for part of their rotation if commuting is not feasible. Additional expenses may include transportation and uniforms for the senior practicums.

Affiliate Assignment Plan

Senior clinical practicum rotations for MLS majors and internship assignments for AMBB students are coordinated by the Manager of Clinical Operations based on student preferences. However, there is no guarantee that students will receive their top choices. Students can rank their preferences, and unchosen options will be assigned as additional choices. Once assignments are made, students may discuss any concerns with the manager, who will need to approve any changes.

Students with children can be exempt from random assignments but must communicate their needs to the Manager of Clinical Operations ahead of time.