CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIANS (CLT’s) have knowledge of the pathophysiologic basis for laboratory testing gained through professional education or work experience. They perform, according to protocol, pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of tests covering the full range of laboratory analyses. CLT’s recognize abnormal or unexpected results and immediate follow –up or corrections within pre-established parameters. They use and monitor quality control procedures. CLT’s use algebraic and statistical calculations according to prescribed protocol. CLT’s comply with appropriate safety practice for the clinical laboratory.
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Classes for CLS-AAS students begin in the fall semester and continue for twenty-four consecutive months. During the summer terms, the CLS students participate in clinical rotations through the laboratories of clinical affiliates located throughout Northeast Arkansas and Southeast Missouri. Students must prove their own transportation to the clinical affiliates. When determining educational cost, this additional expense must be considered.
Other expenses which should be considered when determining educational expenses include the cost of uniforms which will vary according to your selection; the cost of the hepatitis vaccine; cost of safety glasses and an OSHA approved laboratory coat for student laboratories; and the cost of textbooks and course/laboratory manuals.
Students entering the professional programs of the College of Nursing and Health Professions are required to provide documentation their of Hepatitis B vaccination status before admission to the clinical phase of the particular program.
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