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The coursework in general education, life sciences, and specific medical laboratory sciences is supplemented by actual clinical experience in a medical laboratory.ÌýUpon completion of the MLT Program you will receive an Associate in Applied Science degree and will be eligible to take national certification examinations.ÌýThis isÌýa recommended degree for students who intend toÌýuse it as aÌýbridge to other medical careers or pathways.

Associate in Applied Science
Ìý(68 hours - degree map)

View the ofÌýCurriculum Guides (applicable for students admitted prior to Fall 2024) and Degree Maps (applicable for students admitted Fall 2024 and after).

Below is a breakdown of additional costs associated with µþ²¹°ù³Ù´Ç²Ô’s MLT program. Please note: all costs are subject to change.

For current tuition and fees, visit the Registration and Enrollment page for ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø'sÌýCost per Credit Hour.

Estimated Program Expenses:

• Books, Lab Manuals & Supplies: Approximately $1,500 (includes CastleBranch account).
• Immunizations: TD/DPT, Polio, MMR, Flu, HBV, and TB skin test are required. Costs vary; check with your local health department for affordable options.
• CPR Certification: Adult CPR training is required. Costs typically range from $5–$45. Training is available through fire departments, county health departments, rec centers, and continuing ed providers.
• Travel, Lodging, & Food: Expenses depend on your location. Consider costs related to clinical internships, including travel and time away from work.
• Online Students: Must account for any required travel and potential income loss related to commitments at a cooperating laboratory.
• Certification Exam: Upon completing the program, you are eligible for the MLT (ASCP) exam. Current cost is $215.

Additional MLT course fees help cover expenses like liability insurance, name tags, lab supplies, and online course delivery technology. Group liability insurance is provided—details available upon request.

You must have a manageable balance of employment, classes and family commitments.ÌýYou must be able to budget sufficient time to study and complete assignments and exams.ÌýIf you must work full-time, consider a lighter course load and extend the MLT Program over more than two years.

You will be required to have an online video proctor provided by the MLT Program to monitor you while you are taking your online exams. A reliable computerÌýwith webcam and internet access,Ìý capable of supporting the proctoring software, is required for this program.Ìý

General education courses completed with a grade of C or better and Phlebotomy (ASCP) eligibility are required before starting MLT program classes.ÌýÌý

According toÌý, the number of medical laboratory technicians in the U.S. is expected to increase by 5Ìýpercent from 2023Ìýto 2033. In contrast, the number of jobs in all other industries is expected to increase by only 4Ìýpercent during the same time frame.ÌýWhile many lab techs work in hospitals, doctor’s offices, and other medical facilities, job opportunities are also available in other industries. Possibilities include medical research laboratories, blood banks, universities, and manufacturers of pharmaceutical and medicinal products.Ìý

• Job Outlook

ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø Medical Laboratory Technology is offered as an online program, however cooperative/clinical lab hours and English language skills are required to complete the program.ÌýÌýFor this reason,ÌýinternationalÌýstudents who wish to enroll in the program must meet certain requirements for both ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø and the MLT program. Ìý

ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍøÌýInternationalÌýstudent information can be found on theÌý.ÌýPlease complete theÌýInternationalÌýStudent Checklist found on that page.ÌýÌý

An international student is defined by meeting the following criteria: Enters or is in the US specifically for the purpose of study. Does not have US citizenship or legal permanent resident status but is currently in the US on a non-immigrant visa (F-1, J-1, etc.). Does not hold permanent resident status.Ìý

TranscriptsÌý

ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø MLT program requires applicants to submit official foreign transcripts to an approved foreign transcript evaluation service for a course-by-course U.S. equivalency report.ÌýEvaluation doesÌýnotÌýguarantee acceptance of transferred credits.ÌýÌýÌý

TOEFL Scores

A score of high-intermediate must be obtained on all sections of the TOEFL iBT test.ÌýThis is to ensure students can understand the complex medical content contained in the MLT courses. Ìý

ReadingÌý ÌýHigh-Intermediate (18-23)
Listening High-Intermediate (17-21)
Speaking High-Intermediate (20-24)
WritingÌý Ìý High-Intermediate (17-23)

The Medical Laboratory Technician program at ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
5600 N River Road, Suite 720
RoseMont, IL 60018-5119
847-939-3597

ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø (BCC) is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges. ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø is also accredited by the Kansas Board of Regents.

The Higher Learning Commission
30 North LaSalle St., Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60602
800-621-7440

Kansas Board of Regents
700 SW Harrison, Suite 1410
Topeka, KS 66603-3760

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Program Outcome - Certification: MLT graduates will demonstrate an average of at least 75% pass rate on the Board of Certification exam as calculated by the most recent three-year period.
Result:Ìý**2022-2025Ìýthe average Certification exam pass rate is 88%

Program Outcome - Graduation: At least 70% of students who have begun the final half of the MLT program will successfully graduate from the program as calculated by the most recent three-year period.
Result:Ìý** For 2022-2025, the average graduation rate is 92%

Program Outcome - Placement: MLT graduates will demonstrate an average of at least 70% employment placement rate either through employment in the field or closely related field or continue their education within one year of graduation as calculated by the most recent three-year period.
Result: For 2022-2025, the employment placement rate for ÌìÑÄÉçÇø¹ÙÍø MLT graduates within the first year of certification average has been **99%.

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