Medical Laboratory Technology

The application for the Spring 2025 cohort is now closed. The Spring 2026 cohort application will be available during October 2025.

The Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program prepares students for employment in clinical laboratories, industry, and biotechnology. The program curriculum integrates basic concepts, technical procedures, and laboratory exercises. This program provides practical experience for students to master the competencies, skills, and knowledge required in the Medical Laboratory Technology profession.

Accredited by:

State of California Department of Health Services National Association for the Accreditation of Clinical Laboratory Sciences

5600 N. River Rd. Suite 720 Rosemont, IL 60018-5119

phone: 773.714.8880

info@naacls.org

Note: Limited enrollment requires application process. Visit website for more information: https://sdmiramar.edu/programs/medical-laboratory-technology/requirements

Program Learning Outcomes

Students who complete the Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program will be able to:

Exhibit theoretical comprehension and competence in all MLT courses.
Demonstrate entry level MLT skills in the following: Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis and Coagulation, Immunology and Immunohematology, and Microbiology.
Demonstrate professionalism and awareness of their role in the delivery of health care to patients, such as respecting the rights of patients, colleagues and other health professionals as they perform duties within the constraints of legal, moral and ethical conduct.
Exhibit positive attitudes in the areas of professionalism and commitment to delivering excellent health care.

This program’s Academic & Career Pathways:

Careers in this field

Many states require a license to practice. Obtain licensure by passing a certification exam given by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification.
Attain good grades in pre-medical technology course work, including biology, anatomy, physiology, and general and organic chemistry
Develop manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and an attention to detail. Be willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
Earn a bachelor’s degree in medical technology from a program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).

Careers Relating to Medical Laboratory Technology

Hematology
Immunohematology (blood banking)
Microbiology
Clinical chemistry
Immunology
Urinalysis
Mycology
Parasitology
Histocompatibility
Molecular diagnostics
Laboratory product development and sales

Transfer Options in Medical Laboratory Technology

The MLT program is designed to educate and prepare students to sit for a national exam, which when passed will allow for immediate entry into a clinical lab environment as a Medical Laboratory Technician. The types of clinical labs include those in: