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CLSStudent2012

Updated 12 days ago

Job Outlook For CLS - 1 Reply

I'm currently a student in one of the programs you mentioned, and I have never heard of a student not being able to find a job. Everyone in last...

sara

Detail Oriented? Fast pace? Stressful?

Is this a very detail oriented job with a fast pace? Is there lots of stress? At my previous jobs whenever there is a fast pace with lots of...

njbiodude

Updated 1 month ago

Job outlook for CLS in the next 10, 15, 20 years - 3 Replies

A masters/Phd/BS in biology/chemistry is useless unless you want to teach, and keep in mind ~1% of PhDs in bio become tenured professors, most just...

CLSStudent2012

Updated 1 month ago

If i get certified as a CLS out of state, can I return to California later to obtain my license? - 1 Reply

Not very likely. We have two lab assistants in our lab who worked as a CLS outside of state, but when their spouses moved here, they were denied...

llogan

MLS job outlook in the DFW, Tx area

I was thinking about pursuing a career in Medical Laboratory Science but do not see many jobs listed here in the Dallas area. Everything I read...

Hawkeye4

Updated 2 months ago

CA CLS applicant wondering about experience vs GPA - 2 Replies

JemC2, I know someone who got in with 2.75 gpa. It is of some importance that you should get your gpa as close to 3.0 as possible within your the...

CLS_2013

Updated 2 months ago

Can anyone answer questions about Esisenhower Medical Center/s CLS program? - 3 Replies

Ya, I was chosen as an alternate by EMC, which is cool. I did get accepted at UCI and CSULA and I am just waiting to hear from one other. Where did...

jackie

working on becoming a cls

I have my bs in chemistry with a VERY extensive work background in microbiology, genetics, chemistry and biochemistry. I think that I can get my...

MLSNBHM

Updated 3 months ago

Career advancement as a CLS in rank & pay without having to move to administration. Is it possible? - 3 Replies

I've been looking around some and researching other options to increase pay as an MLS but have been unsuccessful unless I just change careers...

kirkwt in Holly Ridge, North Carolina

Have a BA need a BS

Fifteen years ago switched careers. Have a BA in Business, went back to school and picked up my Science classes and was accepted into a one year...

Patti in Yucca Valley, California

Updated 5 months ago

Is it hard to get a job post graduation? - 1 Reply

This questions is particularly addressed to those who live n Socal: can anyone tell me if you are having trouble finding a job right after you...

HopefulCLS in Northridge, California

Updated 5 months ago

Hematology course Los Angeles - 1 Reply

Hello, I need to take hematology course in Los Angeles. anybody can help me with that? Thanks

Mildred888 in CV, California

Updated 5 months ago

Hematology Class Offered in San Jose, CA area? - 20 Replies

Does anyone know of a hematology class that satisfies the prerequisite for CLS that is offered during the summer in the san jose area? I know SJSU...

Idit in Los Angeles, California

Blood Bank - Los Angeles

Hi, I need to be trained in Blood bank lab in order to get CLS. Where can I do the training in Los Angeles? Thanks

MissCloo in Fremont, California

Updated 7 months ago

Medical Microbiology prerequisite for California CLS - 5 Replies

I am currently searching for a Medical Microbiology class that would fulfill California CLS prerequisite. I am in Davis, CA. Either an online class...

Joanee in South Bay, California

Updated 9 months ago

cls - 1 Reply

I have MS in Bio Chem and currently working for Clin lab for 6 months. Can I take CLS exam? Does my lab need to be an approved lab?

Joanee in South Bay, California

Updated 9 months ago

MLT to CLS in California - 4 Replies

Hello! I would like to become a CLS in the state of california however my gpa is too low to qualify for any of the CLS programs. I have a...

old timer

Updated 9 months ago

Medical Laboratory Science pay scale in various areas, job satisfaction, and push for DCLS - 2 Replies

Hello, I live in the DC Metropolitan area and am wondering of the pay scales for this field preferably in the DC Metropolitan area but also any area...

Ryan in Dallas, Texas

Trying to find MLS Distance Learning Programs

Anyone have a list of the available MLS Distance Learning Programs?

ConfusedCLS in San Jose, California

Foreign CLS Applicants

Hi, are there any foreign CA CLS applicants for the training schools? I have a few questions.

CLS student in Davis, California

Updated 10 months ago

getting a licence is California after passing ASCP in Massachuessets?? - 6 Replies

I am befuddled what should I do to get my CLS license here in SD?? I have passed my ASCP, in another state, and tried going the route of following...

Myeloblast hunter in Castro Valley, California

Updated 11 months ago

What are typical clinical laboratory scientist salaries? - 2 Replies

Do some companies pay a lot more for this position than others? What does a top earner make in this field? What skills should you learn to increase...

CLS, ASCP in Torrance, California

Updated 11 months ago

Getting a clinical laboratory scientist job. - 5 Replies

How did you get your start doing clinical laboratory scientist work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position? Do you need...

daney21 in Toronto, Ohio

Updated 11 months ago

states that dont require cls to take ascp test? - 2 Replies

im confused by the language on the ascp website. i for sure know some states do not require a specific state license. but are there states...

Serge G in West Islip, New York

Updated 12 months ago

M.S vs. B.S in clinical laboratory scientist - 3 Replies

I just graduated college with a B.S in Biology. Now after weeks of deciding whats my next move going to be I decided to go back to school for...

Mike in Kissimmee, Florida

Updated 12 months ago

About to graduate! - 2 Replies

I am about to be a Michigan State University alumni of CLS, and I am wondering if anyone has any data about the best places to work as a CLS? I will...

osita john in Nigeria

membership

I am a medical laboratory scientist registered and licenced by medical laboratory science council of nigeria,i resiide and work in nigeria, i want to...

change your mind again in Somerville, Massachusetts

Certification in Clinical Pathology OR BS in CLS

What can be done with a certification in clinical pathology with no other background in CP/CLS? I have a BS in Health Science and have been looking...

shania rambaran in princes town, Trinidad and Tobago

Updated 16 months ago

Wanting to become clinical lab scientist - 3 Replies

Hi, Recently I have decided that I want to work in the medical field. I have done some research, and have found lab science very interesting....

CLS in West Covina, California

Updated 19 months ago

help needed - where is the post ? - 4 Replies

Hi. I will graduate as a Bachelor of Engineering in Laboratory Biomedicine in a month. What do I need to qualify for a job like this in your country?...

MLS in Bradford, Pennsylvania

Updated 20 months ago

Tips for clinical laboratory scientist interviews. - 4 Replies

Do you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming clinical laboratory scientist interview? Are there common interview questions that come up...

icelily20 in North Brunswick, New Jersey

can a Medical techologist student work as a MLT with no degree?

If your studying to get a bacholars degree as medical techologist/CLS can you work as a medical lab tech while in school?

CLS Applicant Bound for SFSU in San Francisco, California

Updated 21 months ago

Top clinical laboratory scientist skills needed to get the job. - 1 Reply

What are the top 3 traits or skills every clinical laboratory scientist must have to excel? Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your...

ideep in Celje, Slovenia

help needed CLS, MLS

Hi. I will graduate as a Bachelor of Engineering in Laboratory Biomedicine in a month. What do I need to qualify for a job like this in your country?...

CLS to be in San Jose, California

Updated 23 months ago

I passed.... - 1 Reply

I must say that I passed my Board Examination Friday 6/24/2011, and it wasnt hard at all. If you put the time into studying and learning the...

squareHORN in Grand Forks, North Dakota

Updated 26 months ago

What do you like about CLS / What do you dislike about CLS? - 1 Reply

I am a college student currently halfway through my CLS degree. I went to my advisor today to get my access code so I could register for classes....

Leigh Ann Wyatt in Redondo Beach, California

After the "Ten Year Nap" (A Book by Meg Wolitzer)

Hello: I am re-entering the job market as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist after taking nearly ten years off to raise my children. Help! I don't...

Ashraf in Charlotte, North Carolina

Updated 54 months ago

look for full time as clinical lab.scientist - 4 Replies

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What do you enjoy most about your clinical laboratory scientist career?

What do you enjoy most about being a clinical laboratory scientist? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities...

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Are clinical laboratory scientist job opportunities growing or declining?

Are jobs in this industry on the rise? Are there any sub-sectors that are growing? Where are the jobs? Which places have the most clinical...

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What are the best clinical laboratory scientist qualifications and training to get ahead?

What is the best training for becoming a clinical laboratory scientist? What types of ongoing training or certifications are necessary to be an...


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