The program goals for the Medical Laboratory Science program represent the guiding principles of the curriculum. The graduate will:

• demonstrate the entry-level competencies and attitudes necessary for safe, accurate, and effective practice as a Medical Laboratory Scientist
• be competent in exercising principles of management, safety, and supervision
• understand the role of professional socialization and collaboration for increased autonomy, credibility, and the further professionalization of the field
• understand the importance of establishing and maintaining communication with other health care professionals in order to promote a more responsive, patient-focused, health care delivery system
• understand the role of research and scientific inquiry as applied to the practice, education, and leadership of the profession