Medical Laboratory Technician

Test biological specimens at healthcare center laboratories with this associate of applied science degree. The two-year program includes three semesters of general education, science and other courses, followed by 16 weeks of clinical experience at an affiliate hospital lab. General education and lecture courses are taught online, and on-campus labs are conducted once or twice a week.

Graduates are prepared for the MLT Board of Certification exam and may seek to join the growing healthcare industry workforce immediately after, or transfer to a university to pursue an advanced degree.

Learning Outcomes  

After successful completion of the program, students will be able to:

1. Evaluate the importance of patient identification, collection, transport, and processing of blood/ body fluid specimens for analysis
2. Safely collect and process biological specimens for analysis
3. Perform accurate laboratory testing including quality assurance and quality control procedures within their scope of practice
4. Operate laboratory instruments/analyzers and perform preventative and corrective maintenance when required within their scope of practice
5. Apply basic scientific principles in learning new techniques and procedures
6. Recognize factors that affect procedures and results and take appropriate actions within their scope of practice when corrections are indicated
7. Demonstrate multitasking skills where a wide variety of testing procedures are performed
8. Correlate didactic and clinical phases of laboratory testing in evaluation and interpretation of laboratory test data within their scope of practice
9. Demonstrate career entry competencies as defined by applicable accrediting and certification organizations
10. Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with patients, laboratory personnel, health care professionals and the public
11. Recognize the responsibilities of other laboratory and health care personnel and interact with them with respect for their jobs and patient care
12. Recognize and act upon individual needs for continued education as a function of growth and maintenance of professional competence

Accreditation

See program accreditation details at Accreditation.

Program Outcomes

*BOC Pass Rate represents graduates who pass a certification exam within one year of graduation. 

Related Programs

You may also be interested in our Phlebotomy Technician certificate, or Health Sciences Broad Field Transfer Pathway. 

Our associate of applied science degree programs make it possible for you to seamlessly transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue an advanced degree. There are many advantages to beginning your postsecondary studies at M State, including cost savings due to our low tuition rate and smaller class sizes with personalized instruction. Learn more about your transfer options at Transfer Programs and Pathways.

Background Check, Immunization Requirements

Students in this program must meet criminal background check requirements and have current immunizations. Requirements are outlined in the program application. Learn more in the Medical Laboratory Technician and Phlebotomy Program Handbook.

Facilities

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This program is competitive and has some special requirements for admission. Learn more at Medical Laboratory Technician Admission Requirements: