Health Writing and Reporting

An introduction to basic techniques of health news writing and reporting. Students will learn how to write clear, accurate, and audience-appropriate health news. The course includes developed discussions regarding Degree Requirements (103 credits) Mission The mission of the Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program is to prepare highly competent medical laboratory technologists who will become leaders in the MLT profession. The program provides qualified students with both the theoretical knowledge and clinical experience in various areas of clinical laboratory science. Students are trained to perform clinical laboratory tests, evaluate, and report accurate test data/results used by physicians to properly diagnose and treat patients. Principles of quality assurance, laboratory safety assurance, and provision of timely and cost-effective services are emphasized. Graduates of the program shall be able to demonstrate high ethical and moral standards, professional responsibility, and the desire for learning throughout their careers. Program Educational Objectives (POb) MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY The program will: • Provide students with comprehensive theoretical knowledge of clinical laboratory sciences and practical experience; • Develop students’ career entry-level competencies in clinical laboratory testing, quality assurance, and professional ethical practice; • Provide students with the background adequate to follow graduate studies or a specialization in an area of clinical laboratory sciences; and • Cultivate the development of leadership, communication skills, and learning. THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY Program Learning Outcomes (W: weak correlation; H: high correlation) Upon graduation, students should be able to: • Define the basics and principles of clinical chemistry, general microbiology, clinical hematology, histopathology, blood banking, cytogenetics and molecular laboratory sciences. (POb a H, POb c H); • Establish proper procedures, for collecting, processing, and analyzing biological specimens and other substances. (POb a H, POb b H, POb c H); • Perform microscopic examination and analytical tests of cells, tissues, blood, body fluids, and other materials. (POb a H, POb b H, POb c H); • Employ problem solving and sound critical thinking skills to recognize and confirm abnormal laboratory results. (POb a