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Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS)

Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS)​

Clinical Laboratory Sciences Specialty is one of the major clinical specialties in the medical system. Clinical/medical laboratory scientists, known as healthcare investigators, have a crucial role in the healthcare sector, they have a deep and extensive knowledge base enabling them to conduct laboratory diagnoses and investigations according to the latest laboratory techniques to provide reliable and valid laboratory results to be used to make diagnoses and treatment plans by physicians. They use sophisticated biomedical equipment, computers, and physically dexterous procedures to perform laboratory tests on blood, tissues, and other biological fluids. Medical laboratory science specialists produce accurate laboratory data needed to help identify infections, diabetes, cancer, heart attacks, infectious mononucleosis, and drugs of abuse.

Clinical Laboratory Sciences include four major disciplines including; clinical microbiology, clinical biochemistry, hematology and blood banking, in addition to histopathology and cytology. The minor disciplines include immunology, medical genetics and molecular diagnostics, in addition to lab management.

Graduates will receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS), after they successfully complete the four-year study program, in addition to a single-year internship.

We have recently established a thesis track Master’s program in four CLS subspecialties; including Clinical Microbiology, Hematology, Infection Prevention & Control, and Clinical Chemistry, where graduates get their master’s degree after a minimum two years including academic study and thesis project.

We aspire by God to develop a doctoral program in the specializations needed by the labor market.

Chairman

Welcome

I am pleased to extend a warm welcome to you on behalf of the Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS) program at Inaya Medical Colleges. Our mission is to support meritorious students in their aspirations to develop into skilled healthcare professionals able to make valuable contributions to the progress and prosperity of our beloved kingdom, while also demonstrating exceptional abilities in leadership, research, and community service.

Students shall be awarded a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS) upon successful completion of a five-year undergraduate program comprising four academic years in addition to an internship year.

Our unique curriculum, skilled academic staff and cutting-edge lab facilities all contribute to develop and equip future laboratory scientists with the knowledge, skills, and mindset required to produce high quality laboratory results that assist physicians to develop the treatment plans for their patients.

Once again, I’m thrilled to welcome our future professionals and scientists at their second home.

Sincere Regards,

Dr. Soheir Hagras

Mission

Our mission is to develop competent clinical laboratory professionals armed with knowledge, professional skills, competencies, and ethical attitude required for their successful career in supporting patient care and disease diagnosis. We also strive to promote innovation in the field of clinical laboratory sciences through scientific research to improve patient outcomes and advance healthcare.

Vision

To achieve excellence and leadership in clinical laboratory sciences education, scientific research, and community service.

Goals

  • Developing highly competent and skilled CLS professionals to meet the present and future health care needs of the Kingdom.
  • Continuous improvement of the quality of education and clinical practice to qualify personnel capable of keeping up with developments in the field and meeting the needs of the job market.
  • Developing students’ professionalism and ethical conduct.
  • Promoting research activities through research groups.
  • Enhancing scientific publication by faculty and students.
  • Empowering the community by providing ongoing healthcare and raising awareness through participation in relevant conferences and community services.
  • Maintaining the program accreditation.
  • Developing competitive postgraduate educational programs for the CLS graduates.

Values

In consonance with the college’s core values, all decisions and activities within the program are guided by the highest ethical standards. Our values are;

  • Respect
  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Transparency
  • Responsibility and accountability
  • Leadership
  • Excellence
  • Teamwork

Study Plan - Credit Hours

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Program Learning Outcomes (PLO's)

Knowledge & understanding
K1 Demonstrate understanding of concepts, skills, theories and principles of clinical laboratory sciences that support their practice.
K2 Describe advanced techniques and operational instructions of sophisticated clinical laboratories equipment.
K3 Show comprehension of the core aspects in laboratory methodologies to recognize proper test selection, causes of discrepant test results, and correlation of abnormal data with physiological or pathologic conditions.
Skills
S1 Apply different quality control practices in the clinical lab to ensure delivery of reliable results with precision, accuracy and confidence in performing Lab tests.
S2 Apply proper procedures for collection, safe handling, and analysis of biological specimens effectively.
S3 Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze and interpret microbiological, biochemical, hematological and histopathological laboratory results to help diagnose diseases.
S4 Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the academic and/or professional settings, and effectively use technology to perform different activities.
Values, Autonomy & Responsibility
V1 Manage the tasks and activities related to laboratory procedures independently and professionally.
V2 Demonstrate leadership, teamwork skills, and ethical attitude when dealing with classmates, medical staff, and patients.
V3 Utilize discipline-specific knowledge and skills to engage in activities that directly benefit the University and/or the civic community.

Graduate Attributes

The essential skills a clinical laboratory sciences graduate should acquire fall into six categories
  • Basic technical skills
  • Graduates have the skills required for efficient and accurate performance of laboratory investigations, interpretation and analysis of lab results.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Graduates are skilled in making evidence-based decisions and problem-solving using their knowledge and expertise to address challenges and find innovative solutions to ensure the reliability and validity of laboratory results.
  • Communication skills
  • Graduates have excellent communication skills that enable them to effectively convey information and lab results to healthcare professionals, colleagues, and patients. They can explain complex scientific concepts in a clear and concise way, ensuring proper understanding and collaboration within the healthcare team.
  • Teamwork Skills
  • Graduates understand the importance of teamwork and are able to contribute their expertise towards a common goal of delivering quality patient care. They are able to effectively communicate and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver accurate and timely laboratory results.
  • Ethical and Professional Behaviour
  • Graduates understand the importance of professionalism and exhibit a strong sense of responsibility and accountability. They respect patients’ confidentiality, maintain integrity in their all practices, and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and standards.
  • Self-Learning and Professional Development skills:
  • Graduates demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and professional development to keep updated with the latest advancements in laboratory sciences.

Laboratories

The CLS Laboratory Services is responsible for conducting laboratory diagnoses and investigations; according to the latest laboratory techniques; to provide the essential information used to help diagnoses, plan treatment and monitor the health. Clinical Laboratory Sciences laboratories include different disciplines divided into four major Laboratories; which are medical microbiology, clinical Biochemistry, Hematology and blood transfusions, Histology and pathology.

The CLS laboratories contain high quality laboratory equipment and laboratory supplies (lab ware including glassware, microscopes, colorimeters, balances, scales, analytical scientific instruments, Biosafety cabinets, Incubator, and all Personal Protective Equipment’s (PPE) to control infections hazards and to cover all the CLS courses.

The CLS laboratories can accommodate up to 20 students at once, furnished with comfortable student’s chairs, data show, AC control unit, and Medical sink.