Post Graduate Certificate in Immunohematology
Duration: 1 Year(s)
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), Galveston
Galveston, Texas, USA
Course TypePG Certificate
Course Specialty
Hematology
Overview
The Post-Baccalaureate Categorical Certificate – Immunohematology at UTMB is part of the clinical laboratory sciences post-baccalaureate certificate offerings, providing advanced training focused on blood banking and serological diagnostics. The curriculum starts with foundational content such as Basic Methods and Introduction to Lab Operations, continues with structured didactic and clinical coursework in serology/blood bank and immunohematology, and includes a clinical preceptorship where students acquire hands-on experience in professional lab settings. Successful completion of the program prepares learners to be eligible to sit for the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification exam in the immunohematology category — a credential widely recognized for employment and professional advancement in hospital and reference blood bank laboratories.
Admission Intake
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Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
No formal stipend is provided as part of the certificate program; students may pursue external scholarships or financial aid independently.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a science-related field.
- Completion of prerequisite courses such as general biology, general chemistry, anatomy & physiology, and mathematics.
- Minimum overall GPA (typically a cumulative GPA of 2.0 with the same minimum in science coursework).
- Three letters of recommendation.
- International applicants may need to demonstrate English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL/IELTS) if education was conducted outside English-speaking institutions.
Minimum Education
Bachelor Degree
Admission Process:
- Review eligibility and prerequisite coursework for the immunohematology track.
- Complete and submit the primary application through the Allied Health Centralized Application Service (AHCAS) by the published deadline (typically June 20 for Fall entry).
- Provide official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
- Submit three letters of recommendation.
- Complete and submit the UTMB supplemental application with required fees.
- Participate in a faculty interview if requested.
- Admissions committee reviews applications and communicates decisions; accepted applicants complete enrollment steps and begin coursework.
