MLS 430 Professional Research and Writing
Uses the principles and practices of research design and evidence-based guidelines to evaluate published studies in the field of medical laboratory science and apply the results of a clinical research study to practice. Working collaboratively with the instructor or management within the clinical laboratory, students research an institutional study, project or case study, and present their findings in a professional poster and oral presentation. Additional writing projects allow students to demonstrate understanding of laboratory regulatory compliance, clinical decision making and educational methodologies to provide patient and provider education and that demonstrate the inter-professional nature of healthcare delivery today and the importance of laboratory results.
Prerequisite
Senior year status in the Medical Laboratory Science program or MLT(ASCP) certification for students enrolled in the online MLS program.
SEE Certification
Writing Intensive
Offered
Fall 8-week-2, Spring 8-week-1 and Spring 8-week-2, as needed.