2026 - 2027 Clinical Laboratory Science Plan

A general statement (narrative) about what the department wants to accomplish.

The Clinical Laboratory Science Department continues to offer a quality accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program which is also license qualifying in NYS. Additionally, Orange County Community College Clinical Laboratory Science Department offers one of the few NAACLS approved Phlebotomy courses in NYS. Laboratory analyzers and equipment are an essential part of both programs. Students use these analyzers to enhance their skills and achieve competency before and during clinical rotations.

To comply with licensure and accreditation requirements, equipment must be up to date so that students can learn the current technology and achieve the latest skills.

The MLT and Phlebotomy programs are also due for accreditation this year in Spring of 2026. Lab equipment is an integral part of the program and necessary for student success. All equipment in the CLS department used for the MLT and Phlebotomy programs will be listed and reported in the self-study for accreditation.

The following goals have been established to achieve these plans.

Department Goals

Specific things the department wishes to achieve or accomplish this academic year.

#	Department Goal
1	Purchase of new laboratory analyzers for MLT program for student use and training. The analyzers will provide the students the ability to learn and practice on equipment before entering the clinical setting and ensure for student success

Initiatives

Projects or processes that would assist you in achieving one or more of your goals this academic year.

Initiative Title	Importance
Purchase Hematology analyzer Sysmex XQ320	High	Actions View Details