1997-1998 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705

The College of Health and Human Services

Medical Technology
Medical Technology encompasses the study of analytical and diagnostic procedures used in clinical laboratories and in medical research. Medical technologists perform a variety of laboratory tests upon which the physician depends for accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and proper treatment of the patient. The program of studies, presented jointly by IUP and accredited medical technology programs in hospitals, prepares the student to enter the profession. Upon completion of the four-year program, the degree of Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology is granted. The program also prepares the student for graduate and professional schools.

IUP maintains short- and long-term affiliations with selected hospital schools. The Allied Health Professions coordinator provides student counseling and maintains a liaison with hospital schools. However, since admission to any hospital program is on a competitive basis, IUP cannot guarantee admission into any hospital program.

The following programs maintain permanent agreements of affiliations with IUP: Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington; Allegheny University Hospitals, Elkins Park; Altoona Hospital, Altoona; Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown; Lancaster General Hospital, Lancaster; Latrobe Area Hospital, Latrobe; Polyclinic Medical Center, Harrisburg; and St. Vincent Health Center, Erie. Other temporary affiliations are negotiated for the convenience of the student.

Completion of academic studies at IUP and of one year of clinical experience qualifies the student to take a national certification examination. Successful results on this examination lead to certification as a professionally qualified medical technologist.

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