Clinical Laboratory Technology AAS Program Warner Robins Campus 80 Cohen Walker Drive, Warner Robins, GA 31088 (478)988-6850 Macon Campus 3300 Macon Tech Drive, Macon, GA 31206 478-757-3403 Milledgeville Campus 54 Highway 22 West, Milledgeville, GA 31061 478-445-2300 www.centralgatech.edu Effective Spring semester 2015 / Revised August 2014
Clinical Laboratory Technology Selection Admission to the college and selection into the Clinical Laboratory Technology program are two distinct processes. Students are responsible for understanding both processes. Questions regarding admission to the college should be directed to the Office of Admissions. Warner Robins Campus: (478) 988-6850 Macon Campus: (478) 757-3403 Milledgeville Campus: (478) 445-2300 Questions regarding Clinical Laboratory Technology program selection should be directed to: Tony J Dugan, MS MT(ASCP)DLM Program Director, Macon Campus 478-757-3571, tdugan@centralgatech.edu As set forth in its Student Catalog, Central Georgia Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the administration of the College nondiscrimination policies: Linda Hampton Executive Director of Conduct, Appeals and Compliance 3300 Macon Tech Drive Macon, GA 31206 Building J, Room 133 478-757-3408 FAX-478-471-5197
CGTC Admission Requirements for the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or its equivalent to be admitted to the CLT program. Submit an application for college admission, along with a $20 non-refundable application fee. Schedule to take the COMPASS placement exam (offered in the Testing Center) in order to be admitted to the college. There is no charge for initial administration of the COMPASS exam. (Other placement exam scores may be acceptable, for example, SAT or ACT.) Request transfer credit for courses completed at accredited college(s) or other educational institutes, if applicable. Complete a Request for Transfer Credit prior to admission, and submit official transcripts to the Registrar s Office. Clinical Laboratory Technology Admission file Checklist An applicant s official student record must contain the following items in order to be accepted for admission: Application for admission High School/GED or College Transcript Proof of age Placement Exam Scores (COMPASS, SAT, ACT) PSB Health Aptitude for Health Occupations Examination, 3 rd Edition *The PSB exam is not required for admission to CGTC; however, it is required prior to selection into the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program. This exam should be taken prior to selection deadline in the fall semester. More information about the PSB exam may be obtained in the college Testing Centers or Media Centers or on-line at http://www.psbtests.com/web/guest
CGTC Clinical Laboratory Technology Program Selection Procedure Students are admitted to CGTC s Clinical Laboratory Technology Program through a process of competitive admission that includes three steps. Only those students who meet the minimum academic eligibility requirements (outlined below) will be considered for selection. 1) Successfully complete the following required core courses. ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric or ENG 191 MATH 1111 College Algebra or MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling or higher course such as calculus within the last five (5) years PSYC 1101 Introductory Psychology or PSY191 CHEM 1211 Chemistry I and CHEM 1211L Chemistry Lab I within the last five (5) years BIOL 2113 Anatomy and Physiology I and BIOL 2113L Anatomy and Physiology Lab I within the last five (5) years Transfer Credit: Core courses requested for transfer credit from another institution must meet the above criteria in order to be accepted by CGTC. 2) Complete the PSB Aptitude for Health Occupations Examination, Students may take the exam at any time, but no later than mid-term of the fall semester. Students may take the test two times in a year. The exam is administered in the CGTC Testing Center. There is a $20 testing fee. PSB scores are valid for only one year from date of test. Students will be eligible to retest in one year. 3) Submit Progression/Application Form to the Admissions Office. a) Students will not be considered for selection for any given semester unless his/her name is on the list. To put your name on the list, you must submit a progression form by mid-term of the fall semester. All requirements for selection must be completed and official documents submitted (including all items listed on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Admission File Checklist) by mid-term of the fall semester. In the event that the student is not selected for the program and wishes to be considered for the following years selection, it is the student s responsibility to ensure that his/her application remains active by submitting a progression form/application again and that all required course grades and timeframes are still applicable. b) To submit the Progression Form go to the CGTC home page at www.centralgatech.edu page Current Students Student Affairs Registrar Progression Form Request log in to your BannerWeb account. This will automatically open the form. You will then just fill in the form and submit it electronically. Please make sure you print a copy of the form for your records.
Selection Criteria Upon successful completion of the required core courses and having taken the PSB test, students will be considered for selection into the CLT program based on the following criteria: 1. Scoring will be calculated according to the following guidelines: a. Scoring: GPA X 100 plus highest PSB score. b. In the case of multiple attempts at a course(s) to achieve the required course grade or improve a grade, only the two most recent attempts will be calculated in the GPA. In the event that a student previously attempted coursework at institutions other than GGTC, official transcripts will be evaluated to include the two most recent attempts, and grades from any applicable coursework will be calculated in the GPA accordingly. c. Only courses taken within the required timeframe will be calculated in the GPA. In the case of English and Psychology, course grades for courses taken over five (5) years will not be computed in the GPA, unless it is the student s only grade for the specific course. 2. Selection consideration will be given to the student who was previously selected into the CGTC CLT Program and did not successfully complete the program and to the student who has previously taken CLT coursework at another TCSG College as follows: *In addition to the guidelines for GPA calculation as listed above, grades for all other core and CLT courses within the curriculum will be calculated into the competitive GPA, including those taken at institutions other than CGTC (by transcript verification). The program s minimum course grade requirements and time limits will apply. 3. The number of students selected for any given semester is based on the number of available clinical slots in the program as a whole and may vary by cohort. Generally, the cohort size is limited to 12 students. Tiebreaker: In the event of a tie in the ranking, the student s current PSB score will be used as the tiebreaker. In the event that a student has taken the PSB exam more than once, only the higher of the two will be used. Students will receive notification from the Admissions Office by phone or e-mail regarding selection results. At that time, instructions will be given as to CLT Program orientation.
Post-selection Requirements Following selection, in order to progress in the program, the student must maintain, for all required CLT, courses a minimum grade of C in each course. In the event that the student does not achieve a minimum grade of C for a CLT course, the student will not be allowed to continue, and will be required to reapply the following year. Transfer, re-entry (any break in successive semester enrollment), and transient students will be accepted into the program based on clinical slot availability. The student will be required to have completed any prerequisite courses, either core or CLT, that is appropriate for the entry point semester. Students transferring to CGTC from another institution who are applying for entrance into the Clinical Laboratory Technology program upper level classes must also meet the requirements as stated above. Before any student s first clinical experience in the program, proof of required immunizations, a drug screen and background check are required (re-entry students will fulfill the drug screen/background check requirements upon re-entering the program as well as with the first clinical experience).
Clinical Laboratory Technology Program Curriculum Required courses for Competitive Admission All previously mentioned requirements apply for selection eligibility. These courses can be taken in one or more semesters, depending on the student s schedule and course availability. General Education/Core classes Credit Hours ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric 3 PSYC 1101 Introduction to Psychology 3 XXXX xxxx Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 SPCH 1101 Public Speaking 3 or XXXX xxxx General Education Elective 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 or MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling (3) CHEM 1211 Chemistry I 3 CHEM 1211L Chemistry Lab I 1 BIOL 2113 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 BIOL 2113L Anatomy and Physiology Lab I 1 BIOL 2114 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 BIOL 2114L Anatomy and Physiology Lab II 1 Total Hours 27 Course Progression for Students Selected into the CLT Program In each of the semesters listed below, the student must successfully complete all courses prior to progressing to the following semester. Spring Semester CLBT 1010 Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Technology CLBT 1030 Urinalysis/Body Fluids CLBT 1040 Hematology/Coagulation CLBT 1050 Serology/Immunology BIOL2114/2114L Anatomy & Physiology II if necessary
Summer Semester Fall Semester Spring Semester CLBT 1070 Clinical Chemistry CLBT 1060 Immunohematology Any uncompleted non-occupational classes if necessary CLBT 1080 Microbiology CLBT 2090 Clinical Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, and Serology Practicum CLBT 2100 Clinical Immunohematology Practicum * CLBT 2110 Clinical Hematology/Coagulation Practicum * CLBT 2120 Clinical Microbiology Practicum * CLBT 2130 Clinical Chemistry Practicum * CLBT 2200 Clinical Laboratory Technology Certification Review *Note: The 2100 level practicum classes actual sequence may vary depending on clinical availability. Graduate If all other CGTC graduation requirements have been met.
Approximate Cost Expectations (after CLT selection) In addition to the cost of classes the student will incur other expenses. The following is an estimate of those expenses, it is not inclusive, and the prices are subject to change. Textbooks Total (all costs approximate) $590.00 Student Uniform Costs Uniforms and/or lab coats and shoes must be purchased by the student within uniform regulations. Costs vary according to student selection but for an idea of approximate funds required: dress uniforms $25-40, scrub/pant sets $30-50, lab coats $25-40. Three uniforms are considered a minimum number. Professional Liability Insurance/Accident Insurance A fee of approximately $11 per quarter is required before entry into the clinical portion of the program for professional liability insurance. This fee is paid at registration. Vaccinations/Physical exam These costs will vary with the student depending on the completeness of the students shot records. Some of the items that are typically needed are: tetanus vaccine, TB skin test, Hepatitis B vaccine. Drug screen/background check Drug screen/background checks cost typically $100.00. Registry Exam Fee In order to work in a hospital lab setting, you will need to take a registry exam. The fee for that exam varies but, on average, is between $150 and $250. Costs above may vary, and students will be given detailed information about requirements in program orientation, but the intent is to give the prospective student an idea of the financial obligations that the Clinical Laboratory Technology student will incur. Financial Aid may assist with these costs, but may not cover all of the costs of the program and supplies. The above expense list does not include costs for housing, food, and mileage to travel to and from campus and clinical sites. CGTC s CLT program is supported by area hospitals which serve as clinical sites for the program. In order to obtain the required clinical practice for each course, the student is required to meet certain employment criteria for these clinical sites including, but not limited to, health clearance through physical examination, negative drug/alcohol screening, and negative criminal
background history. The clinical sites (independent of the CGTC CLT program) determine those students who meet their criteria for clinical practice. Information about the program and the profession Accreditation The Clinical Laboratory Technology Program at Central Georgia Technical College is accredited by: National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) 5600 N. River Rd. Suite 720 Rosemont, IL 60018-5119 Web site http://www.naacls.org E-mail info@naacls.org Clinical laboratory testing plays a crucial role in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. In fact, by some reports 70-80% of all treatment decisions are made based on laboratory results. Clinical laboratory technologists, also referred to as clinical laboratory scientists or medical technologists, and clinical laboratory technicians, also known as medical technicians or medical laboratory technicians, perform most of these tests. With increasing automation and the use of computer technology, the work of technologists and technicians has become less hands-on and more analytical. The complexity of tests performed, the level of judgment needed, and the amount of responsibility workers assume depend largely on the amount of education and experience they have. Clinical laboratory technologists usually do more complex tasks than clinical laboratory technicians do. The statements in this publication are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between the student and the College. For more information about the CLT program, contact CGTC Admissions Warner Robins Campus, (478)988-6850, (478) 757-3403 Macon Campus, (478) 445-2300 Milledgeville Campus or Tony Dugan at the Macon Campus.