Health Sciences
Medical Laboratory Technician
Associate Degree
Students in the Medical Laboratory Technician program learn to perform routine clinical laboratory tests such as hematology, clinical chemistry, immunohematology, microbiology, serology/immunology, coagulation, molecular and other emerging diagnostics. They develop communication skills, as this career requires frequent interactions with members of the healthcare team, external relations, customer service, and patient education. A combination of fundamental laboratory techniques and clinical experience prepares graduates for work in laboratories serving the health care sector. Graduates are prepared to complete the ASCP Board of Certification to become certified Medical Laboratory Technicians.
What you'll learn
- A combination of fundamental laboratory techniques and clinical experience prepares graduates for work in laboratories serving the health care sector
- Graduates are prepared to complete the ASCP Board of Certification to become certified Medical Laboratory Technicians
- Graduates are prepared to complete the ASCP Board of Certification to become certified MLT
- The Medical Lab Tech program may be a good fit for you
Where it leads
This program leads to a Associate Degree. Talk with an advisor about transfer options and continuing education from here; see how Southwest Tech credentials stack.
Cost and next steps
Tuition depends on your course load; Paying for college covers current tuition, aid, and scholarships. When you're ready: apply, meet with an advisor, and register.
From the College's published program catalog. Reviewed July 2026.