Medical Laboratory Technician

This 8-month (30-week) Diploma Program uses training in both the classroom and clinical setting. You will graduate with the knowledge and skills to perform laboratory tests under supervision from Laboratory Managers. Our graduates receive a Medical Laboratory Technician Associate Diploma and Phlebotomy Certificate of Completion.

Phlebotomy students gain knowledge of infectious control, universal precautions and safety; anatomy and physiology of body systems with emphasis on the vascular system including blood components; proper selection and preparation of skin puncture site with emphasis on patient care; blood collection equipment and appropriate disposal of sharps and biohazard waste; specimen processing and special procedures; quality assurance and risk management.

This Program is approved by the Department of Health Services, Laboratory Field Services Division to provide Phlebotomy instruction; graduates of the program will be eligible for the Phlebotomy Certification Examination. Upon graduation you will be qualified for a satisfying career working in a Clinical Lab, Hospital Medical Lab, Blood Bank, Research Center and more.