Explore, Experiment and Excel as a Life Science Lab Assistant
The life science laboratory assistant certificate of specialization (CS) is designed to efficiently prepare students for entry-level careers in the fields of life science research, development and production.
Spanning just two semesters, this program provides a pathway into St. Louis Community College's associate in applied science (AAS) in biotechnology and other STEM-related programs.
What is the Life Science Lab Assistant Certificate at St. Louis Community College?
A life science lab assistant is an important support role in biological and medical laboratories, tasked with preparing samples, maintaining equipment and recording data. Lab assistants help with setting up and conducting experiments, managing laboratory inventory and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
What Can You Do with a Life Science Lab Assistant Certificate?
Obtaining a certificate of specialization as a life science lab assistant opens up career opportunities in the scientific and medical fields. This short-term program not only prepares you for entry-level lab positions in hospitals, biotech firms and academic research facilities, but also serves as a gateway to STLCC's AAS biotechnology program and other STEM programs.
This certification also paves the way for advancement to higher positions such as laboratory technologist or research scientist, and roles in quality control, technical support or sales of lab equipment. With experience, certified lab assistants can move into educational roles, training new technicians or teaching specialized courses.
CS in Life Science Lab Assistant
- Degree offered: Certificate of specialization
- Locations: BRDG Park, Florissant Valley
- Hours to complete: 16
- Program contact name: Keri Janssen
- Program contact email: kjanssen11@stlcc.edu
Tuition for district residents is $122 per credit hour for in-district students. Find out more about our straightforward and low-cost tuition structure.
Related Programs
At STLCC, you can combine this certification with a number of programs to enhance
your career opportunities, including:
Why You Should Choose STLCC's Life Science Lab Assistant Certificate
Graduate with Little or No Debt
We believe cost should never be a barrier to achieving your potential. Save over $4700 per year with tuition that's one-third lower than other local institutions.
Ramp Up High Wage Skills
STLCC offers career-focused programs for high-wage, high-skill and in-demand jobs. STLCC provides opportunities for college transfers, career development and workforce training. Certificate programs can establish you in a new career in as few as 12 weeks.
Multiple Locations Near You
With four campuses and multiple education centers, STLCC is close to your home or work, which makes for an easy commute. Plus, we offer a mixture of face-to-face and online courses.
Stackable Credentials
Stackable credentials help you level up your career opportunities without investing
too much time and resources. You can stack a series of traditional and nontraditional
credentials including degrees, certificates and more.
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