Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program
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Michigan State University Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program is pleased to offer Certificate Programs in Molecular Laboratory Diagnostics, Immunodiagnostics and Clinical Flow Cytometry, Managing Biomedical Laboratory Operations, and Transfusion Service Management. These programs are designed for working medical laboratory professionals in need of updating their skills and knowledge to meet the demands of their jobs or to increase their knowledge in the direction of any of these certificate programs. Individuals working in veterinary, forensic, industrial, and pharmaceutical laboratories will also find this content exciting and pertinent. Completion of the three course sequence is required for any of these certificate programs, though individual course enrollment is possible with appropriate prerequisites. The didactic courses are taught online through the use of a learning management system called ANGEL which is an acronym for "A New Global Environment for Learning". Courses are comprised of modules of reading assignments, videos, PowerPoint slide presentations, and chatting and threaded e-mail exercises. The average student should be able to complete one module per week, which should require a high speed internet connection, computer and between 4-6 hours per week.
Individuals seeking certification in molecular biology or immunology from the National Credentialing Agency (NCA) or American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) will find these courses provide solid preparation for national credentialing examinations. However, these courses are not a prerequisite or a requirement for the certifying exams. To determine your eligibility, contact the Agency of your choice. These courses will also be applicable to those requiring continuing education credits for relicensing or recertification. These certificate programs also provide valuable preparation for work in modern medical and biological laboratories for graduate and upper-level undergraduate students in the biological sciences.
Participants will earn a total of six semester credits (two credits per course) upon successful completion of the three courses comprising the certificate program of choice. The certificate will be awarded from the Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program at Michigan State University.
Additional Courses: BLD 815 - Cell Biology in Health and Disease I - Spring
BLD 816 - Cell Biology in Health and Disease II - Summer
To apply for any of these programs you will need to apply to Michigan State University as a "LIFELONG" Student. The application is available on line and is free of charge. CLICK HERE to go to the Admissions website to apply for admission. At the end of the application process it will ask you which course you would like to be enrolled in, please be certain to indicate the course you plan on taking. You will be notified within 48-56 hours of your student ID Number (also known as PID) and you will receive a Personal Access Number (PAN). You will also receive directions on setting up your MSU NETID, which you should do immediately. All official MSU e-mail will be sent to this e-mail address. You will need your MSU NETID to get into various MSU websites as well - including ANGEL.
Because these programs are not degree granting Federal Financial Aid is not available to you at this time. However, some job retraining funds may be made available to you from your employer, your country, your state, or other organization. Job retraining loans may be available as well from your current financial institution.
Michgan State University
Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program
322 North Kedzie Hall
East Lansing, MI 48824
Phone: (517) 353-9225
Fax: (517) 432-2006
bld@msu.edu
