Specialist in Blood Banking Certificate Program

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university including biological science, chemistry and mathematics courses; or a master’s or doctorate degree in chemistry, biology, immunology, immunohematology, allied health or an appropriately related field. Refer to ASCP website for additional information on requirements at ASCP.ORG
• At least 2 years of post-baccalaureate full-time transfusion service or blood bank reference laboratory experience. OR 3 years of part time experience transfusion service or blood bank reference laboratory.
• Undergraduate GPA ≥ 3.0 preferred. Lower GPA scores will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Admissions Information

Application Deadline

Applications for the 2025-2026 class are OPEN! Applications are due by March 1, 2025.

Applicants must submit the following:

• LifeSouth SBB Program Application
• Three SBB Applicant Reference Forms from professional references.
• Copy of all undergraduate and graduate college transcripts and MT/MLS training (if applicable).
• College transcripts submitted for initial review may be unofficial copies or photocopies when possible. You must have a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree.
• Current CV or resume listing all previous experience and education.
• Personal Statement (1-2 pages) including discussion of:
  • Career goals
  • Professional strengths
  • Experiences or qualities that will help the applicant succeed in a distance learning program
  • How this program will affect your professional life
  • List of any honors, awards, and activities that may be applicable (such as organization memberships, publications, and presentations at seminars or meetings
• SBB Applicant Experience Documentation form.
• Agreement for SBB Student Mentoring form with mentor’s CV or resume showing experience and education.
• Facility Information form to show where you currently work and/or plan to gain clinical experiences.
• Rotation Planning Form to indicate where you intend to complete Program Rotations.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the US.

Student Selection Criteria

LifeSouth provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, transgender status, gender identification, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statues, regulations and ordinances.

Evaluation Process

The admissions process is designed to consider all aspects of an applicant’s academic record and personal experiences. The admissions review process tries to balance the subjective and objective components of the application. Admission officers can exercise flexibility and professional judgment in their reviews and decisions, but they also must apply consistent standards. Every evaluation retains a focus on academic achievement and the applicant’s overall potential for success during and after completion of the program.