Ohio's Medical Bioscience pathway prepares students for careers in clinical laboratory science, biomedical research, and medical diagnostics. Medical laboratory professionals perform tests and analyses essential to healthcare delivery and disease diagnosis.
Students study clinical laboratory procedures, microbiology, hematology, chemistry analysis, quality assurance, and medical technology. They work in clinical lab settings, learning the precise techniques used in hospital and diagnostic laboratories.
Graduates work as medical laboratory technicians or technologists in hospitals, diagnostic labs, blood banks, research facilities, or pharmaceutical companies. Strong performers may advance to senior technologist or supervisor roles. Many pursue further education in clinical laboratory science or biomedical research.
Medical Bioscience at a Glance
2
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Ohio's medical bioscience standards are developed with clinical laboratory professionals and hospital laboratories. Curriculum emphasizes laboratory techniques, quality assurance, safety, and diagnostic procedures.
Competency assessments include laboratory procedure proficiency, test interpretation, quality control knowledge, and safety protocols. Students pursue Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) and related certifications.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Health Science Foundations |
| Medical Laboratory Science |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
- ✓NOCTI Health Assistant
- ✓Medical Terminology Certification
- ✓Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- ✓CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
- ✓First Aid
- ✓Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- ✓Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
- ✓EKG Technician
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.
Medical Technologist
ExperiencedAdjusted for cost of living: $52,282
Lab Supervisor
ExperiencedSalary range: $61,220 - $147,340
Adjusted for cost of living: $103,464
Lab Director
ExperiencedSalary range: $61,220 - $147,340
Adjusted for cost of living: $103,464
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern with hospital clinical laboratories, diagnostic labs, blood banks, and research facilities throughout Ohio.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in HOSA-Future Health Professionals, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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