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General Information<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Medical Technology Program is one of the academic offerings of the School of Health Professions, located within the Medical Sciences Campus of the University of Puerto Rico. Medical Technology is the study of the application of clinical laboratory analysis to the diagnosis or prevention of disease and to the monitoring of patient therapy. The program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to responsibly practice the profession. Students are also expected to develop a true sense of humanism and a professional attitude. The Program is fully accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for the Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).<\/p>\n

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Students are admitted into the professional program following a minimum of three years of undergraduate study. General requirements provide the basics of communication, math, critical thinking, social and ethical values. Prerequisite science courses establish the background knowledge necessary for the professional courses. Upon completion of the program, graduates qualify for a B.S. degree in Medical Technology or receive a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, as appropriate.<\/p>\n

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The curriculum consists of two didactic semesters, offering the theory, knowledge and analytical skills in each major area of clinical laboratory science; and a six-month clinical practice, providing the opportunity to further develop and integrate the psychomotor, cognitive and attitudinal aspects of the profession. Graduates are competent in performing analytical tests on blood and other body fluids according to appropriate quality assurance standards, interpreting and reporting results, using modern instrumentation and methodologies, and applying the principles of management and education. Students are exposed to diverse educational\/clinical experiences including practice rotations in hospital or private laboratory settings.<\/p>\n

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The faculty are all highly qualified and licensed as general clinical laboratory scientists, with diverse academic preparations and experience as clinicians, supervisors, and educators. They are committed to continuing professional development through participation in professional organizations, attendance at national\/international meetings and the pursuit of advanced degrees. Their continual awareness of emerging trends in healthcare is the framework for clinical service, consulting, education, and participation in legislative matters related to the profession.<\/p>\n

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All program graduates are eligible to take certifying examinations given by the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or the American Society for Clinical Pathology-BOR. Upon licensure, they are qualified to work in hospital and private clinical laboratories, pharmaceutical\/biomedical industries, or research settings. As a valuable member of the healthcare team, the medical technologist must be academically and ethically capable of providing quality laboratory-related services.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Program Mission<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The mission of the Program is to prepare highly trained clinical laboratory scientists, qualified to practice as members of the healthcare team and contribute to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of human disease in accordance with the emerging needs of the Puerto Rican community. The curriculum is designed to develop the cognitive, behavioral, and attitudinal skills required for technical, supervisory, consultative, and teaching roles in a variety of clinical or research settings.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Accreditation<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Medical Technology Program of the Medical Sciences Campus, University of Puerto Rico is accredited by the National Accreditation Agency of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)<\/p>\n

Address: 5600 N River Rd Suite 720 Rosemont, IL 60018-5119
\nE-mail: info@naacls.org<\/a>
\nTel: (773) 714-8880
\nFax: (773) 714-8886<\/p>\n

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NAACLS Board of Directors\u2019 Accreditation Award<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]In order to be considered for admission, applicants to the Bachelor Degree must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n

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  1. Three years of general courses and basic sciences\u00a0(100 credits) are required as stated below.<\/li>\n
  2. Grade point average of at least 2.50 in science and mathematics courses and in all required courses.<\/li>\n
  3. Have a maximum of 8 credits in prerequisite work pending for the summer session.<\/li>\n
  4. Possess the essential functions and capabilities necessary for an individual to carry out the responsibilities of the profession. The student must sign a form that certifies that possess the essential functions of the professions.<\/li>\n
  5. No transfer of credits or credits for experiential learning accepted.<\/li>\n
  6. Advance placement credits accepted.<\/li>\n
  7. Fluency in Spanish and knowledge and comprehension of English.<\/li>\n
  8. Possess necessary physical and cognitive abilities required by the profession.<\/li>\n
  9. Be interviewed by the faculty.<\/li>\n
  10. No service work allowed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Additional to the above, applicants to the Post-Bachelor Certificate must present evidence of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university, including the courses required for admission to the Bachelor\u2019s Degree Program.<\/p>\n

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    Analytical Chemistry (3)<\/td>\n4 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Biology(2)<\/td>\n16 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    College Physics<\/td>\n8 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Electives(4)<\/td>\n14 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    English<\/td>\n12 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    General Chemistry<\/td>\n8 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Humanities<\/td>\n6 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Mathematics(1)<\/td>\n6 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Organic Chemistry<\/td>\n8 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Social Sciences<\/td>\n6 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Spanish<\/td>\n12 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Total<\/strong><\/td>\n100 Semester Credit \u2013 Hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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    1. (Introductory courses are not accepted).<\/li>\n
    2. (Must include general biology, microbiology or bacteriology, and immunology; Biological Sciences (CIBI) are not accepted as part of the biology credits).<\/li>\n
    3. (Quantitative Chemistry is not accepted).<\/li>\n
    4. (Biochemistry o Cellular Biology recommended).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Course Descriptions<\/h2>\n

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      Graduation Requirements<\/h2>\n

      [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]In order for students to be recommended for the Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, they must:<\/p>\n

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      1. Satisfactorily complete (with C or above) all didactic and clinical practice courses (54 credits).<\/li>\n
      2. Obtain\u00a0a\u00a0general\u00a0grade point average of 2.00 or higher in the 154 credits.<\/li>\n
      3. Demonstrate the conduct and attitudes required in the performance of the profession.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        In order for students to be recommended for the Post-Bachelor Certificate in Science in Medical Technology, they must satisfactorily complete (with C or above) all didactic and clinical courses in a three-year period and:<\/p>\n

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        1. Obtain a general grade point average of 2.00 or higher in the 54 professional credits.<\/li>\n
        2. Demonstrate the conduct and attitudes required in the performance of the profession.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          Deadline to submit Application<\/h2>\n

          [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Bachelor Degree: Registrar\u2019 office transfer deadline
          \nPost-Bachelor Certificate: March 15 of each year[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

          Program Faculty<\/h2>\n

          [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Ruth Rosario, MS, MLS (ASCP)
          \nProfessor- Director and Course Coordinator<\/p>\n

          Wilma J. Lopez, EdM, MS, MLS (ASCP) CM<\/sup>SM
          \nProfessor and Course Coordinator<\/p>\n

          Migdalia Martinez, Ed.D., MLS (ASCP)
          \nProfessor – Clinical Practice Coordinator and Course Coordinator<\/p>\n

          Mar\u00eda T. San Martin, EdD, MLS (ASCP)
          \nAssociate Professor \u2013 Academic Coordinator and Course Coordinator<\/p>\n

          Edna Aquino, PhD, MLS (ASCP)
          \nProfessor \u2013 Course Coordinator<\/p>\n

          Ana Espino, PhD
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          Advisory Committee<\/h2>\n

          [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Omayra V\u00e9lez, MLS (ASCP)<\/p>\n

          Juan Rexach, MD, MLS (ASCP)<\/p>\n

          Soed de Pedro, MS MLS (ASCP)<\/p>\n

          Carmen L. Burgos, MS, MLS (ASCP)<\/p>\n

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          Program Outcomes<\/h2>\n

          [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]For the most recent three-year period, August 2021 to December 2024, the Program has successfully graduated admitted students.<\/p>\n