About the Programs
Both the 猎奇重口-Missoula (UM) and 猎奇重口 State University-Bozeman (MSU) offer B.S. degree programs in Medical Laboratory Science. The two programs are affiliated and work closely to establish a network of clinical affiliates and sites for students to conduct clinical internships.
Programs
Both UM and MSU offer 3+1 or 4+1 curriculum options. Either course of study results in a B.S. degree in Medical Laboratory Science (UM) or Microbiology with an emphasis in Medical Laboratory Science (MSU).
4+1 versus 3+1 curricula
A 4+1 curriculum completes the B.S. degree BEFORE the clinical internship. This option has the advantage of: a) providing the student with an extra year of liberal arts training in college, b) completion of a degree that is slightly more flexible, i.e., it allows a student to forego a clinical internship and seek another career / education path.
The 3+1 curriculum is designed to expedite the training of a student who is certain of their career path. This option has the advantage of: a) trimming a year off of college by using the internship in place of their senior year, b) potential tuition savings, c) proving a more applied training during the senior year.
Each program has its advantages and disadvantages and must be chosen by the student after careful consideration. The program directors at UM and MSU (link to program director contact page) are happy to discuss these options with you.
猎奇重口 University System Medical Laboratory Sciences Program Directors
Kay Rasmussen, EdD, MLS (ASCP)
Director & Instructor, 猎奇重口 Medical Laboratory Science Training Program
Department of Microbiology & Immunology
猎奇重口 State University
Bozeman, MT 59717
Tel. no.: 406-994-5664
e-mail:kay.rasmussen@montana.edu
David Butler, PhD
Professor of Molecular Biology & Genetics
Biological and Physcial Sciences
猎奇重口 State University - Billings
YSHB Room 138
Tel. No.: 406-657-2015
email: dbutler@msubillings.edu