Medical Laboratory Technology, A.A.S.
Entry Time
Fall
Award
Associate of Applied Science degree
2 years (6 terms)
Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) are members of the healthcare and quality teams who perform, evaluate, assure the accuracy and validity of laboratory test information and collaborate in the diagnosis, treatment and therapy of patients. MLTs are trained to work in multiple settings such as hospitals, physician's offices, private reference laboratories, research, biotechnology, public health, non-clinical industrial laboratories and sales or technical services.
Various diverse functions of sample collection, test analysis, principle application, quality control monitoring, use and maintenance of automated and electronic instruments, trouble shooting and problem solving techniques are performed under the supervision of a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Pathologist in compliance with safety and governmental regulations. The individual will develop competencies in areas such as chemistry, hematology, blood bank, microbiology, immunology, molecular diagnostics and quality assurance.
Upon successful completion of the program the student is eligible to take the national certification exam from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP.)
The Kirkwood Community College Medical Laboratory Technology program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Services (NAACLS):
5600 N River Road, Suite 720
Rosemont, IL 60018-5119
773-714-8880
Degree Requirements
| Term 1 | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| MLT-105 | Pathophysiology for the Laboratorian 1 | 3 |
| MLT-106 | Introduction to Biosafety 1 | 1 |
| MLT-109 | Principles of Phlebotomy 1 | 3 |
| MLT-115 | Clinical Lab Fundamentals 1 | 3 |
| COM-222 | Communication for Health Care Professionals 2, 3 | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Basic Anatomy and Physiology 2, 3 | ||
| Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
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| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| MLT-120 | Urinalysis 1 | 3 |
| MLT-130 | Hematology 1 | 3 |
| BIO-186 | Microbiology | 4 |
| CHM-110 | Introduction to Chemistry 2, 3 | 3 |
| CHM-111 | Introduction to Chemistry Lab 2, 3 | 1 |
| Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| MLT-230 | Advanced Hematology 1 | 3 |
| MLT-233 | Hemostasis and Thrombosis 1 | 2 |
| MLT-270 | Immunology and Serology 1 | 2 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Composition I 3 | ||
| College Writing 3 | ||
| Composition II: Technical Writing 3 | ||
| Credit Hours | 10 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| MLT-245 | Clinical Chemistry 1 | 5 |
| MLT-255 | Clinical Microbiology 1 | 5 |
| MLT-260 | Immunohematology 1 | 4 |
| MLT-290 | Clinical Seminar and Review 1 | 2 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Term 5 | ||
| MLT-283 | Clinical Practicum: Urinalysis 1, 4 | 1 |
| MLT-286 | Clinical Practicum: Immunology and Serology 1, 4 | 1 |
| MLT-287 | Clinical Practicum: Hematology 1, 4 | 4 |
| MLT-293 | Clinical Practicum: Immunohematology 1, 4 | 3 |
| MLT-297 | Clinical Practicum: Chemistry 1, 4 | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Term 6 | ||
| MLT-288 | Clinical Practicum: Microbiology 1, 4 | 4 |
| MLT-291 | Lab Survey and Review 1, 4 | 1 |
| Social Science Course | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 8 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 76 | |
- 1
Minimum C grade in all MLT courses to graduate
- 2
Recommended course, other options available, see advisor
- 3
Courses may be taken before beginning the technical portion of the program.
- 4
This course involves off campus clinical experience.
Social Science Courses
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SOC-110 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SOC-115 | Social Problems | 3 |
| SOC-200 | Minority Group Relations | 3 |
| SOC-220 | Sociology of Aging | 3 |
| SOC-265 | Introduction to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Studies | 3 |