Specialist in Blood Bank Technology (SBB)
Prepare for leadership in blood banking with the Specialist in Blood Bank Technology (SBB) Graduate Certificate at San Francisco State University. This fully online program gives you advanced training in immunohematology, transfusion practice and laboratory management while you continue working in your field. SFSU is preparing to seek accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) as the program launches.
About the SBB Program
Why Choose This Program
• 100% online format with live and self-paced learning
• Complete your clinical practicum at your current workplace or another approved site
• Prepare for the SBB(ASCP) certification exam
• Learn from expert faculty in Clinical Laboratory Science
• Designed for working professionals seeking advancement in transfusion medicine
Who Should Enroll
This program is for Clinical Laboratory Science professionals who hold a bachelor’s degree and have completed didactic coursework in clinical laboratory science. It’s ideal for:
• Certified medical laboratory scientists (MLS)
• CLS professionals employed in hospital transfusion services or blood centers
• Hospital-based professionals who meet ASCP Route 2 eligibility and will have at least three years of full-time blood banking experience by the time they take the ASCP-SBB exam
Program Highlights
• Format: Fully online with synchronous and asynchronous components
• Length: Three semesters (fall, spring, summer)
• Credits: 17 units
• Clinical Practicum: Complete at an approved site of your choice
• Accreditation: Designed to meet the standards of the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for advanced positions in:
• Hospital transfusion services
• Blood centers
• Immunohematology reference laboratories
Career paths include laboratory manager, technical specialist, quality assurance professional and SBB(ASCP)-certified transfusion medicine expert.
SBB by the Numbers
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Online Courses
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