Saint Louis University's medical laboratory science certificate offers students who have already obtained an undergraduate degree in an alternate field and are in pursuit of a career change a certificate to become a medical laboratory professional. The certificate has three concentration options: clinical hematology, clinical microbiology and medical chemistry.<br><br>Graduates with a certificate in medical laboratory science are prepared to conduct and manage a wide spectrum of laboratory testing. Results of these tests are used to evaluate the health status of individuals, diagnose disease and monitor treatment efficacy. Graduates of this program frequently work in diagnostic, research and/or other laboratory settings. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible for national certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as categorical medical laboratory professionals.