Pre-Clinical Laboratory Science
Clinical Laboratory Science professionals are highly skilled scientists who discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. Laboratory technologists and technicians play a crucial role in the process of providing personalized care. They generate vitally important data for identifying and treating cancer, heart disease, diabetes and many other health conditions.
Clinical Laboratory Science professionals examine and analyze body fluids, tissues, and cells to identify bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms. They analyze the chemical constituents of body fluids, crossmatch donor blood for transfusions, and test blood for drug levels to measure the efficacy of particular treatments. They also evaluate test results for accuracy and help interpret them for the physician. Everyday, new advances in medical and scientific technology are creating more challenges and job opportunities for Clinical Laboratory Science professionals, creating a great demand for Clinical Laboratory Science professionals.
Pre-Clinical Laboratory Science is considered a designation at Texas Tech University; it is not a major. Pre-Clinical Laboratory Science students take the required courses in order to apply to a Clinical Laboratory Science program.
The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Allied Health Sciences Clinical Laboratory Sciences program is a university based 2+2 program, offering the student a Baccalaureate Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science within one of the three optional areas of special emphasis. The Standard Option prepares a student for a career primarily in a clinical setting such as a hospital, physician's office, laboratory or a reference laboratory. The Pre-Medicine Option is for students pursing a graduate medical education through medical school, osteopathic school, veterinary school, or research graduate programs. The Pre-Physician Assistant Option is for students pursuing a graduate education in Physician Assistant studies.
Prerequisite courses needed for the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center School of Allied Health Sciences (TTUHSC SAHS) Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science:
Standard Option:
| Texas Tech University | Texas Common Course Numbering System (TCCNS) |
|---|---|
| CHEMISTRY I 1307 | CHEMISTRY 1311 |
| CHEMISTRY I 1107 (laboratory) | CHEMISTRY 1111 |
| CHEMISTRY II 1308 | CHEMISTRY 1312 |
| CHEMISTRY II 1108 (laboratory) | CHEMISTRY 1108 |
| INTRODUCTORY ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 2303 | CHEMISTRY 1419 |
| INTRODUCTORY ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 2103 (laboratory) | |
| ZOOLOGY 2403 OR BIOLOGY I 1403 | BIOLOGY 2401 OR BIOLOGY 1406 |
| ZOOLOGY 2404 OR BIOLOGY II 1404 | BIOLOGY 2402 OR BIOLOGY 1407 |
| MICROBIOLOGY 3401 | |
| BIOLOGY 3416 OR (4 hours science elective) | |
| MATH 1320 OR HIGHER | MATH 1314 |
| ENGLISH 1301 | ENGLISH 1301 |
| ENGLISH 1302 | ENGLISH 1302 |
| HISTORY 2300 | HISTORY 1301 |
| HISTORY 2301 | HISTORY 1302 |
| POLITICAL SCIENCE 1301 | GOVERNMENT 2301 |
| POLITICAL SCIENCE 2302 | GOVERNMENT 2302 |
| HUMANITIES (3 hours) | |
| VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (3 hours) | |
| INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP BEHAVIOR (3 hours) |
Pre-Med Option:
| Texas Tech University | Texas Common Course Numbering System (TCCNS) |
|---|---|
| CHEMISTRY I 1307 | CHEMISTRY 1311 |
| CHEMISTRY I 1107 (laboratory) | CHEMISTRY 1111 |
| CHEMISTRY II 1308 | CHEMISTRY 1312 |
| CHEMISTRY II 1108 (laboratory) | CHEMISTRY 1112 |
| ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 3305 | |
| ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 3105 (laboratory) | |
| ORGANIC CHEMISTRY III 3306 | |
| ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II 3106 (laboratory) | |
| BIOLOGY I 1403 | BIOLOGY 1406 |
| BIOLOGY II 1404 | BIOLOGY 1407 |
| BIOLOGY 3416 | |
| MICROBIOLOGY 3401 | |
| PHYSICS 1403 | PHYSICS 1401 |
| PHYSICS 1404 | PHYSICS 1402 |
| MATH 2300 | MATH 1342 OR 2313 |
| ENGLISH 1301 | ENGLISH 1301 |
| ENGLISH 1302 | ENGLISH 1302 |
| HISTORY 2300 | HISTORY 1301 |
| HISTORY 2301 | HISTORY 1302 |
| POLITICAL SCIENCE 1301 | GOVERNMENT 2301 |
| POLITICAL SCIENCE 2302 | GOVERNMENT 2302 |
| HUMANITIES (3 hours) | |
| VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (3 hours) | |
| INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP BEHAVIOR (3 hours) |
Pre-Physician Assistant Option:
| Texas Tech University | Texas Common Course Numbering System (TCCNS) |
|---|---|
| CHEMISTRY I 1307 | CHEMISTRY 1311 |
| CHEMISTRY I 1107 (laboratory) | CHEMISTRY 1111 |
| CHEMISTRY II 1308 | CHEMISTRY 1312 |
| CHEMISTRY II 1108 (laboratory | CHEMISTRY 1108 |
| INTRODUCTORY ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 2303 | CHEMISTRY 1419 |
| INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY 2103 (laboratory) | |
| BIOLOGY I 1403 | BIOLOGY 1406 |
| BIOLOGY II 1404 | BIOLOGY 1407 |
| ZOOLOGY 2403 | BIOLOGY 2401 |
| ZOOLOGY 2404 | BIOLOGY 2402 |
| MICROBIOLOGY 3401 | |
| MATH 1320 OR HIGHER | MATH 1314 OR 1414 |
| NUTRITIONAL SCIENCE 1325 | BIOLOGY 1322 |
| ENGLISH 1301 | ENGLISH 1301 |
| ENGLISH 1302 | ENGLISH 1302 |
| HISTORY 2300 | HISTORY 1301 |
| HISTORY 2301 | HISTORY 1302 |
| POLITICAL SCIENCE 1301 | GOVERNMENT 2301 |
| POLITICAL SCIENCE 2302 | GOVERNMENT 2302 |
| HUMANITIES (3 hours) | |
| VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (3 hours) |
|
| SOCIAL BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE (9 hours) |
Frequently check with the programs to which you plan to apply
prerequisites and/or application procedures can change
Recommended Courses for TTUHSC Master of Physician Assistant Studies Option:
- Computer Literacy, Medical Terminology, Public Speaking and Genetics.
For more information about the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Allied Health Sciences Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program