How do I become a CLS in California?

Licensure as a CLS in California requires a license from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), Laboratory Field Services. Required coursework: The CLS license requires a Bachelor’s degree with required course work to qualify for a CLS Trainee license and entry into a training internship program.

How much does it cost to get a CLS?

Clinical Laboratory Scientist Certificate

How competitive are CLS programs?

Although the CLS Program is very selective in the sense that only 10% of applicants will end up participating on the program, every applicant who can provide a compelling response to each of the required essay questions can make themselves competitive.

Are MLS and CLS the same?

An MLS, MT, and CLS are all the same thing and in time, the titles will unify. While they all perform many of the same general tasks, a medical technician generally conducts less complex tests and has less education than their MLS, CLS, and MT counterparts.

Can CLS draw blood?

We are just phlebotomists who draw your blood. Truth: We are highly skilled scientists who discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. We are also trained in phlebotomy but we are not just phlebotomists.

Are CLS in demand?

The job market: CLS jobs in CA & other locations Keeping a finger on the pulse of the medical technologist/clinical laboratory scientist job market is a key initiative for the ASCP, and according to Hilborne, the job market is trending upward in terms of demand.

What is the difference between MLS and CLS?

What do CLS do?

Clinical Laboratory Scientists work in laboratories of hospitals and other health organizations. They are responsible for performing tests related to the examination and treatment of patients, helping physicians to diagnosis and treat disease.

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