Biomedical Science
Biomedical Science
Students can play a crucial role in problem-solving devastating illnesses and learn critical thinking skills needed to make discoveries in the field of biology that have important effects in the medical world. Delve into fields such as cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, and pathophysiology, and emerge with hands-on experience through laboratory work and research.
Study in biomedical sciences is excellent preparation for entry into college, medical school, and then programs in areas like surgery, genetics, neuroscience and immunology, and other professional programs. It also provides a strong foundation for cutting-edge careers in a range of fields, from biomedical engineering and pharmaceuticals to laboratory and academic research.
Students in this program will learn:
- Cell culturing
- Technical writing
- Materials handling and safety
- Microbiology
- Bioinformatics
- Computer applications for biotechnology
- Advanced Biology and chemistry
Industry Credentials
- EMT (12 points)
- CPR/First Aid (1 point)
- OSHA 10 (1 point)
- Biology 1 and 2 (Youngstown State CCP)
- Medical Terminology
- FEMA NIMS (10 points)
ACT – Feb Test for any juniors taking semester 1 junior year (YSU) Stark Spring Acculplacer during 10th grade year
Career Resources
Students who have completed this program are prepared for careers as:
- Microbiologist
- Molecular Biologist
- Biotechnology Researcher
- Bioinformatics Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Pharmaceutical Development
- Regulatory Agent
Industry Organization
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College Connection
Biomedical Science Higher Education Options
In this program, students will have the opportunity to earn credit for the following YSU courses:
- Chemistry 1515/L – 4
- Chemistry 1516/L – 4
- Biology 2601/L – 4
- Biology 2602/L – 4
In this program, students will have the opportunity to earn credit for the following EGCC courses:
- Biology 106 – 4
- Chemistry 102 – 4
- Chemistry 103 – 4
