Schedule
		
			
					Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri, 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM (8/19/2019 - 12/6/2019) Location: TO SCTC 2364
				
					Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri, 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM (8/19/2019 - 12/6/2019) Location: TO SCTC 2375
				
		
	 
	Description
		
			The orientation to Medical Lab Science and the MLS program includes professionalism, ethics, infection control, clinical lab and patient safety, probation/dismissal policies, the appeals process, expectations for interns, applicable federal laws governing clinical practicum in addition to lectures and group work regarding cultural competency and other concepts pertinent to technologist leader in today's clinical lab.  an Intern Handbook is given to all students. Phlebotomy includes lectures and demonstrations of proper venipuncture techniques.  Practical experience is acquired under direct supervision during fall term.  A comprehensive exam will be given at the end of the first semester. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the MLS program.  Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the MLS program.