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J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
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Associate of Science in Science - Biotechnology Laboratory Technician
Associate of ScienceAssociate of Science in Science - Biotechnology Laboratory Technician
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
The Biotech Laboratory Technician major is designed for persons to gain the knowledge and basic laboratory skills needed for entry-level employment as a laboratory technician in biotech or research laboratories. The opportunities for persons with expertise in this area are rapidly increasing. While this program prepares persons for immediate employment as a laboratory technician, it also includes courses in biology, chemistry, and mathematics needed for transfer into Bachelor’s degree programs, providing a pathway to further education and career advancement.
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | The Biotech Laboratory Technician major is designed for persons to gain the knowledge and basic laboratory skills needed for entry-level employment as a laboratory technician in biotech or research laboratories. The opportunities for persons with expertise in this area are rapidly increasing. While this program prepares persons for immediate employment as a laboratory technician, it also includes courses in biology, chemistry, and mathematics needed for transfer into Bachelor’s degree programs, providing a pathway to further education and career advancement. |
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
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Program Credit Requirements
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Not Required |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School |
| Credit for Prior Learning | Prior learning is considered |
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College Level Information
Number of Transfer Students
916
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
100% of students who have earned an American high school diploma or completed a GED or equivalency.
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Is This College Right For Me? | https://issuu.com/reynoldscommunitycollege/docs/digital_hs_recruitment_packet?fr=sZmMwOTQ3OTA5NA |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Not Required |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your
current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can
complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program
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If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.
If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Mountain Gateway Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Eastern Shore Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate in Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
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| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Health Sciences | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
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| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Computational & Data Science Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Mathematics Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| New River Community College | Associate of Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Piedmont Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Physical and Natural Sciences, Biotechnology Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
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| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science - Pre-Medical | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
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| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Science - Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
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| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Science in Degree - Chemistry Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science - Major in Mathematics | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
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| Northern Virginia Community College | Science, A.S. | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Science: Mathematics Major, A.S. | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
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| Rappahannock Community College | Associate of Science in Science Degree with a Health Science Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | Associate of Science in Science Degree with a Psychology Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Rappahannock Community College | Associate of Science in Science Degree with a Social Work Major | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
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Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-9121.01 | Clinical Research Coordinators | Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data. | Management Occupations |
| 11-9121.00 | Natural Sciences Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields. | Management Occupations |
| 25-1199.00 | Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | All postsecondary teachers not listed separately. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 25-2031.00 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 11-9121.02 | Water Resource Specialists | Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues. | Management Occupations |
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