Academic Programs

Heather Mayers
Instructor & Program Director
701-662-1483
Heather.K.Mayers@lrsc.edu
Rachel Fritz
Allied Health Specialist
701-662-1629
Rachel.n.Fritz@lrsc.edu
Allied Health Programs
At Lake Region State College, Allied Health programs help students build meaningful careers in healthcare. Whether it’s nursing, emergency care, or supporting community wellness, these programs combine hands-on experience with practical knowledge. LRSC prepares students for high-demand roles where they can make a meaningful impact on others' lives.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Prepare for a vital healthcare career through online coursework and hands-on laboratory training. Learn to perform diagnostic testing that supports the diagnosis and treatment of patients. This two-year AAS degree leads to strong career opportunities in hospitals, clinics, and laboratories. View the Medical Laboratory Technician Factsheet.
CURRICULUM
CURRICULUM
Courses | ||
| UNIV 101 | Introduction to College Life | 1 |
| ENGL 110 | College Composition I | 3 |
| CHEM 115 | Introduction Chemistry* *CHEM 121: General Chemistry I can also be substituted for CHEM 115 | 4 |
| BIOL 220 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 |
| MLS 101 | Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science | 1 |
| MATH 103 | College Algebra** **Other qualifying general education MATH courses can be substituted (MATH 105, 107, 210) | 3 |
| MLS 226 | Clinical Immunology | 2 |
| COMM 110 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| BIOL 221 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 |
| MLS 220 | Clinical Laboratory Operations | 3 |
| MLS 222 | Clinical Hematology & Hemostasis I | 4 |
| MLS 112 | Introduction to Molecular Diagnostics | 2 |
| MLS 250 | Clinical Microbiology I | 4 |
| MLS 230 | Clinical Chemistry I | 4 |
| MLS 114 | Clinical Urinalysis & Body Fluids I | 3 |
| Humanities or Social Science: Any qualifying general education courses Recommended: PSYC 111, SOC 110 | 6 | |
| MLS 234 | Clinical Chemistry & Urinalysis II | 3 |
| MLS 224 | Clinical Hematology & Hemostasis II | 2 |
| MLS 244 | Clinical Immunohematology II | 2 |
| MLS 254 | Clinical Microbiology II | 2 |
| MLS 260 | Professional Issues in Medical Laboratory Sciences | 3 |