NAACLS Accreditation and Program Outcomes
The Medical Laboratory Science/Medical Laboratory Technology Program is currently seeking accreditation from the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Submission of an application for accreditation does not guarantee accreditation will be granted. Graduation from a non-accredited program may affect eligibility for national certification examinations and/or state licensure requirements until accreditation is achieved. Students will be informed of any changes in accreditation status as information becomes available.
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720
Rosemont, IL 60018-5119
Phone: (773) 714-8880
Email: info@naacls.org
Website: NAACLS
Program outcomes
In accordance with requirements of the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, the program publishes outcome measures annually. Published outcomes include the program's completion rate, certification examination pass rate, and job placement rate for the most recent three-year period, along with the corresponding three-year averages. These outcome measures are made publicly available to provide transparency regarding program effectiveness and student achievement.
| Outcome Measure | NAACLS Requirement | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | 3-Year Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Graduates | N/A | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Completion Rate | 70% | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Job Placement Rate | 70% | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Certification Pass Rate | 75% | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| ASCP Program Mean | Pass=> 400 | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| ASCP National Mean | Pass=> 400 | TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Definitions
- Completion Rate: Percentage of students who began the final half of the program and successfully completed the program.
- Certification Exam Pass Rate: Percentage of graduates passing a national certification examination within one year of graduation.
- Job Placement Rate: Percentage of graduates employed in the clinical laboratory profession and/or pursuing further education within one year of graduation.