The Biotechnology Certificate program is designed to prepare students for jobs as entry-level laboratory technicians in a variety of areas, including pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical laboratories. Students who complete the program will be awarded a Certificate in Biotechnology.

Completion of the program allows graduates to compete for jobs in laboratories involved in research, product development, manufacturing, quality control, and clinical studies.

Graduates are able to:

• understand the science behind the field of Biotechnology
• demonstrate the technical skills applicable to the biotech industry
• exhibit proficiency in quality assurance and quality control in a laboratory environment
• explore career opportunities and attain specific job objectives while gaining experience in specific technical areas