The WSU Medical Laboratory Sciences programs are organized in a "ladder" format with the four-year curriculum divided into two programs, the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Program followed by the Bachelor of Science (BS) Program.
Support courses and general education requirements can be taken either through the WSU online program or at your nearby university or college. Official transcripts may then be sent to WSU to be applied towards your degree.
This program is only available to students in the United States.
The Associate of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences will focus on fundamental and ethical skills, including:
In addition, you will feel prepared to either work in the field of your choice, or pursue a four year degree in MLS.
The MLS program works in a "ladder" format. The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program comprises the first two years of the program. Upon graduation from the MLT program, you will receive an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Medical Laboratory sciences.
AAS graduates are eligible to sit for the national certification examination through ASCP and enter the workforce following that certification. The average starting salary for a medical laboratory technician in a hospital laboratory is $40,000 or higher.
After completing your AAS degree, if you wish to continue on for a four-year degree, you must apply and be accepted into the Bachelor of Science Medical Laboratory Scientist program (MLS).
The online Associate of Applied Science program in the Medical Laboratory Sciences Department heavily relies on your clinical mentor and laboratory competencies components.
TIP: Due to the extensive laboratory requirements in our online program, we strongly recommend that students stick to 8-10 credit hours per semester to help balance their workload, laboratory requirements and course load.
Please refer to WSU's general requirements for Associate of Applied Science for the following information on:
*This course will not carry over to BS MLS program
**met with support courses
Total credit hours: 18-19
Most general education requirements for the AAS degree should be taken prior to the MLT program. You must complete all AAS general education requirements to earn the MLT degree.
OR
Total credit hours: 21-24
View the full course catalog for more details.
Students will need to be admitted to the MLS program before registering for any of the courses below.
*Credit given for completing clinical competency requirements in each MLS course
Total credit hours: 34
View the full course catalog for more details.
This program utilizes priority application deadlines
Apply to WSU
Enroll at Weber State University
Weber State University (WSU) is an open-enrollment university, you can apply anytime by visiting the link above.
Don't forget, once a Wildcat always a Wildcat. If you've taken a WSU course in the past (including concurrently) please visit Return to Weber for more information.
General admissions fee is $30.
Placement Testing for Math & English
Placement testing for math and English gives you a starting point for general education.
Students with a previous BS or BA degrees do not need placement testing for math or English.
Students with a previous AS or AAS degrees may need to complete math and/or English placement testing depending on transfer courses.
If you are unsure if you need placement testing, check your CatTracks or contact your MLS Advisor from your e-weber email with your W#.
Advisors
Academic Advising
We want to be sure you succeed in your ever upward dreams, and in an online format we also want you to know we are here to help.
Contact our MLS advisors to get your major updated and for guidance on when to apply to the online AAS programs. In addition, we will help you set up an academic plan and map out your courses up to graduation.
Online AAS/MLT Applicant Advisor
Ashley Wilkinson
801-626-6120
ashleywilkinson2@weber.edu
Academic and Clinical Requirements to Apply
To apply to our Online AAS MLS program, please be sure the following academic and clinical requirements have been met:
*Note: Equivalent courses completed at regionally accredited institutions may be accepted.
To apply to the AAS MLS (Medical Laboratory Technician degree), you will complete an online program application.
BEFORE you start your application, please note the following:
Applications received after priority deadlines will be processed as time permits or moved to the following application cycle.
After completing the AAS MLS application, students will be notified via email of preliminary application review: complete or incomplete status. Incomplete applications will not be considered for acceptance.
Notice of acceptance or declinations will be sent to the student's WSU Gmail account (accessible through your e-weber portal). Please note, application processing make take up to 6-8 weeks from the time the application is considered complete.
If you have any questions or concerns during the application process, please contact Online MLS advisor.
BS, MLS(ASCP)CM
801-626-6120
ashleywilkinson2@weber.edu
Marriott Health Building
Room 203
