Career Accelerator Program

Valparaiso University and Alverno Laboratories Collaborate in an Innovative Partnership

Considering a new career? Let’s face it not everyone wants to go back to college. That’s why Alverno Laboratories is pleased to offer an innovative collaboration with Valparaiso University that leverages your existing science degree to begin a new journey. The medical laboratory field offers growth both within and beyond the laboratory, providing you with a career full of advancement opportunities.
Let’s get to the good stuff. This unique 9 month program enables you to expedite your education, certification, and employment while you earn income and receive benefits. That’s right! You get PAID while attending our program. The best part? Your tuition is COVERED by Alverno!

Who qualifies?

You qualify if you have a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or microbiology.

Here's how it works:

Apply for one of the “Laboratory Scientist Valparaiso University Program” positions. You will be hired as a part time employee during your educational period and will be PAID for your clinical portion.

  1. Once hired, you will be enrolled in the Valparaiso University MLS program and will participate in lectures virtually 2 days per week, with three additional days of hands-on clinical training and/or computer learning at the hiring laboratory site.
  2. Upon graduation you will move into a full-time position in our organization and will be eligible to take the ASCP MT/MLS exam.

If you have questions, contact us by email at NOWCareers@alvernolabs.com What are you waiting for?  Explore the laboratory sites participating in this exciting program! We encourage applicants to apply at any time.

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