*Contact information for NAACLS is:
8410 W. Bryn Mawr, Suite 670
Chicago, IL 60631
Telephone: 773-714-8880


Financial Information
Students are required to purchase approximately $450 worth of books. A nominal tuition of $300 is charged.

Students are required to purchase personal liability insurance - approximate cost $25.00.

Currently students receive a monthly stipend.

Students should arrange for housing before reporting for training. Apartments or rooms are generally available in neighboring areas.

Benefits
Students in the program are classified by the State of Texas as Professional Trainees and are eligible for group health insurance written for employees of the State of Texas.

Students are allowed to take major state holidays and have limited sick leave available.

Rules and Regulations
Failure to maintain a grade average of 75 or above in each department may result in dismissal from the school. Violation of the school's honor system, misconduct, or any abuse or violation of state regulations will be grounds for dismissal.

Application Procedures
Applications should be filed nine to twelve months before training is to begin. Deadline for applications is January 1st of each year. An Admissions Committee considers each application after the following requirements are met:

1. Completed application form
2. An official College Transcript.
3. Certification of degree status from the Registrar or faculty advisor.
4. Two letters of recommendation from curriculum advisors or from instructors in science courses.
5. Austin State Hospital CLS Program Application

Completed applications are reviewed by the admissions committee after the deadline and personal interviews are scheduled for the best qualified applicants. Final selections are made shortly thereafter.

Factors taken into consideration in selecting applicants for admission include grade point averages, references supplied, and the personal interview. Special academic honors or experience working in a laboratory are also considered.

Four students are admitted each year with a starting date of September 1st.

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This article is reposted with thanks to Austin State Hospital.

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