Molecular Biology Specialist Track

Molecular Biology Specialist Track
Total Credits: 27
Research laboratories need individuals who have current molecular technology skills to work in specialized sections of research facilities. This Post-Baccalaureate Track is designed for individuals who have completed a Bachelors Degree that included at least 30 semester credits of biology and chemistry courses. Research Technicians and Junior Scientists who want to earn new or additional certification for job advancement or job mobility are eligible for entry into this Specialist Track.

Individuals who complete the Molecular Biology Specialist Track are eligible for certification in molecular biology. Once certified, individuals may use the CLSp(MB) designation with their names.

The Specialist Track is conducted under the auspices of our fully approved program in Biotechnology. The Specialist Track is offered in accelerated (3 semesters) or extended (5 semesters) course sequences that are sensitive to people's busy schedules. A full-time option is also available. Most students should be able to complete the Track within one year.

Molecular biological techniques have broad applications for identifying genetic diseases and infectious agents, or determining paternity. Molecular biologists use a variety of techniques such as DNA/RNA extractions, Southern blot, Western blot, PCR and gene sequencing. These methods are being used more and more in clinical laboratories, in diagnostic genetics laboratories, in research laboratories and in forensic investigations.

What Do You Need to Apply?

• Bachelors Degree from an Accredited College/University with at least 30 semester hours of biology and/or chemistry courses
• Completed application form and official transcripts
• If foreign student, an evaluation of foreign transcripts by the World Education Service (WES) is required. A minimum score of 87 is required on the Internet-Based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). This test is required of all non-U.S. citizens who were educated abroad or whose native language is not English.

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