Alabama's Biomedical Sciences pathway prepares students for careers in medical research, clinical laboratory services, biomedical device development, and advanced healthcare technologies. With UAB as the number one employer in Birmingham and a major biomedical research hub, Alabama offers exceptional opportunities in this field.
Students develop expertise in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, medical terminology, and laboratory techniques. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and hands-on laboratory skills required for clinical diagnostics and biomedical research environments.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in clinical laboratories, hospital pathology departments, biomedical device companies, or research institutions, with pathways to advanced certification and graduate study in healthcare and life sciences.
Biomedical Sciences at a Glance
3
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Alabama's biomedical sciences curriculum aligns with Clinical Laboratory Science certification standards and prepares students for entry-level laboratory technician positions. The program covers anatomy, physiology, microbiology, hematology, chemistry, and laboratory safety protocols required in clinical settings.
Courses integrate hands-on laboratory work with theoretical knowledge, emphasizing precision, accuracy, and the quality assurance standards required in clinical diagnostics and research environments.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Biomedical Sciences Foundations |
| Biomedical Sciences I |
| Biomedical Sciences II |
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- ✓TRUST (Recreational UAS Safety Test)
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Laboratory Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $36,980 - $48,070
Adjusted for cost of living: $41,103
Phlebotomy Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $31,950 - $38,310
Adjusted for cost of living: $35,512
Lead Laboratory Technologist
ExperiencedAdjusted for cost of living: $53,351
Laboratory Supervisor
ExperiencedSalary range: $74,720 - $162,780
Adjusted for cost of living: $118,184
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students gain practical experience through internships with UAB Medical Center, hospitals, clinical laboratories, and biomedical research facilities across Alabama.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in Technology Student Association (TSA), gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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