Explore our Medical Laboratory Science Programs

Explore the University of Cincinnati's highly ranked online programs in Medical Laboratory Science.

Bachelor's Degrees

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Medical Laboratory Science

The online MLT-to-MLS Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science offered by the University of Cincinnati College of Allied Health Sciences is a convenient choice for those who have already completed an associate degree program in CLT or MLT. This program enables students to earn their bachelor’s degree while balancing work and personal responsibilities, offering the flexibility to overcome traditional obstacles to continuing their education.


Master's Degrees

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Medical Laboratory Science Leadership

A Master’s in Medical Laboratory Science Leadership provides graduate-level professionals and scholars the knowledge and skills needed to address the advances in high-complexity and specialized testing, administration, and educational needs in the diagnostic laboratory to maintain and improve the quality of healthcare nationwide.


Doctoral Programs

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Doctorate of Clinical Lab Science

A Doctorate of Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS) from the University of Cincinnati Online is built for professionals at the baccalaureate and graduate levels seeking to expand their knowledge and skills to high-complexity laboratory positions. These can include faculty positions in education programs, governmental, or clinical laboratory settings.


Post-Bachelor's Certificates

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Medical Laboratory Science - Generalist

The Online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Medical Laboratory Science prepares individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree to become a Medical Laboratory Scientist. The program combines asynchronous online coursework with required in-person clinical education to prepare graduates for professional practice in clinical laboratories. 

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Clinical Chemistry

The Online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Chemistry prepares individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree to develop specialized knowledge and technical proficiency in clinical chemistry. The program combines asynchronous online coursework with required in-person clinical education to prepare graduates for practice in clinical laboratory chemistry. 

Clinical Hematology professional through UC Online.

Clinical Hematology

The Online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Hematology prepares individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree to develop specialized knowledge and technical proficiency in hematology and hemostasis. The program combines asynchronous online coursework with required in-person clinical education to prepare graduates for practice in clinical laboratory hematology. 

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Immunohematology / Blood Banking

The Online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Immunohematology (Blood Banking) prepares individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree to develop specialized knowledge and technical proficiency in immunohematology and transfusion medicine. The program combines asynchronous online coursework with required in-person clinical education to prepare graduates for practice in blood banking laboratories.

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Clinical Microbiology

The Online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Clinical Microbiology prepares individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree to develop specialized knowledge and technical proficiency in clinical microbiology. The program combines asynchronous online coursework with required in-person clinical education to prepare graduates for practice in clinical microbiology laboratories. 

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The University of Cincinnati is one of the first institutions to offer online courses. Innovation in education is at the forefront of what we do. We have expanded the convenience and quality of our online learning to online degree programs. Today, we offer over 110 degrees from undergraduate to doctoral programs.