Versiti Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) program applicants must meet the following Board of Registry requirements for SBB accreditation/American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification:

• One year of full-time clinical laboratory experience, with an emphasis/interest in blood banking preferred.
• One of the following two options:
• MT/MLS or BB (ASCP) certification and a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university.
• Baccalaureate degree from an accelerated college/university with a major in a biological or physical science, including the required courses listed above.

Individuals interested in applying to the program must also provide the following:

• Completed application form. Applications are ONLY accepted August 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
• Three letters of recommendation, including one from a current supervisor.
• College transcripts, including laboratory training records, if applicable (certified medical laboratory scientists, MLS (ASCP) or MT (ASCP) do not need to provide training records).
• List of continuing education for the last two years.
• Letter of intent stating reasons for application to this program and how SBB certification will impact your professional life and further your career.