Medical Technology BS
Credential:
Bachelor Degree
Estimated yearly tuition fee:
30,000 - 40,000 CAD
Program Length:
4 Years
Category:
Health & Communities Services
Level:
Undergraduate
Instruction language:
English
Application Fee:
136.00 CAD
Campuses:
Metropolitan Campus (Teaneck, Newfoundland and Labrador)
PGWP Eligibility:
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Program overview
The Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology will prepare graduates to become Medical Technologists and be eligible to sit for the Board of Registry of the American Society of Clinical Pathology.
Medical technologists play a critical role in patient care, providing key laboratory data for the diagnosis of diseases, management of patient therapy and health maintenance. They perform complicated chemical, biological, hematological, microscopic and bacteriological tests. For example, medical technologists microscopically examine blood and other body fluids, make cultures of fluid or tissues the samples, use computers to verify and organize lab data, and analyze the samples for chemical content or reaction. They require skills in using state-of-the-art technology and instrumentation, as well as excellent organizational, problem solving and communication skills.
Medical technologists have the versatility to be employed in a variety of settings, including hospitals, independent laboratories, clinics, physicians’ offices, local/state and government agencies, pharmaceutical and cosmetic firms, veterinary offices, and research institutions.
- Employment rate in various healthcare agencies in the tri-state area – 100%
- Salary range after completion of Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology degree by the Bureau of Labor Statistics – $61,000 – $66,000
Admission requirements
Admission to the professional component at Rutgers University requires:
- Graduation from an accredited secondary school with a record indicating potential to succeed in college.
- A separate application will be filled out in the Fall for the 4th year of clinical education.
- Admission decisions for the professional component are made in accordance with criteria, policies and procedures established by a joint Committee on Admissions and Academic Status and cannot be guaranteed by FDU