Clinical Embryology and Assisted Reproductive Technology
About the Program
Clinical embryologists specialize in helping infertility case treatment via the use of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and assisted reproductive technology (ART). Nationally, there is a critical shortage of experienced clinical embryologists due to the lack of educational training programs in the United States as well as an increased need for IVF and ART across the country. As a result, the job demand in this field is high.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences (BSHS) degree in Clinical Embryology and Assisted Reproductive Technology (CEART) is a robust program for undergrads who recognize the impact and opportunity that fertility laboratory medicine has on the future of health care solutions. Additionally, this program provides a good foundation for students interested in pursuing graduate and advanced degrees, such as medical school and physician assistant school. Contact us for more information.
Program Information
Career Options and Salary
When you graduate from this program, you’re prepared to work as a laboratory scientist in:
- Assisted reproductive technology laboratories and fertility clinic laboratories
- Biotechnology companies
- Research institutes
Assisted Reproductive Technology/In-vitro Fertilization Technologists earn between $40,000 and $83,500 a year, based on experience, location, and certifications.
Why Should I Choose GW?
- Has the only bachelor’s-level CEART program in the country
- Learn from experienced laboratory scientists who are experts in their field
- Earn your degree and pave the way for a career in the health professions from a highly reputable and prestigious university
- Become eligible to take several board certification examinations in the areas of embryology and andrology
- Rolling admissions for Fall, Spring, and Summer
- Scholarships available to those that meet award criteria
What Courses Will I Take?
Program-specific courses include the following:
- Endocrinology
- Andrology
- Embryology
- Reproductive Cryobiology
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Human Genetics
- Immunology and Serology
- Laboratory Management & Operations
How is this Program Offered?
This is a bachelor’s completion program. All students enter with a minimum of 45 credits, which includes admissions specific prerequisite courses. This program is a blend of fully online didactic (lecture) courses and on-campus laboratory courses. The lab courses are held at the GW Virginia Science and Technology Campus (VSTC) in Ashburn, VA and may be completed in one semester near the end of the program. Students in this program will need to reside within commuting distance to Ashburn, VA.
Program Resources
Learn about GW’s Clinical Embryology and Assisted Reproductive Technology Program on the program website.
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