Medical Lab Technician
Associate's Degree
Next program start date
January 02, 2024
Finish in as few as
21 months1Learning includes
- On-Campus and Online Classes
- Field Experience
You can make a positive impact on patients’ lives while working primarily behind the scenes with our NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Associate’s degree program. You’ll take comprehensive courses, from clinical chemistry and microbiology to hematology, transfusion medicine and phlebotomy for well-rounded knowledge of the medical laboratory technician field. Our advanced curriculum and blend of virtual and hands-on practicums are designed to help you gain job-ready skills that employers seek, prepare for MLT certification and allow you to assist with patients in this fulfilling field.2 The Medical Laboratory Technician program is available with $149 self-directed assessments, which allow you to prove that you already have the knowledge for a particular course and don't need to take it.
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What Will I Be Prepared to Do When I’m Done?
Strive for the MLT (ASCP) Exam
Comprehensive curriculum and real-world experience are designed for Medical Laboratory Technician certification. Upon graduation, you will be prepared and can apply to take the MLT (ASCP) certification exam.2
Start a Career in Healthcare
Graduates of our MLT program feel confident starting their careers in the healthcare industry in a hands-on lab facility.
Pursue Potential Job Growth
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the projected job growth potential between 2020 and 2030 for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians is 11%.3 A Medical Lab Technician degree from Rasmussen University can help set you up for success in this growing field.
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What Skills Will I Gain?
Diagnostic Testing
Learn how to accurately perform diagnostic testing and clinical laboratory procedures in a real-world setting.
Blood Work
Gain hands-on skills to type and crossmatch blood for transfusions utilizing professional-grade laboratories.
Equipment and Technology
Operate and maintain medical lab equipment and have insight on relevant technology to help you succeed in your profession.
Safety Standards
Understand safety standards and practices that are vital to any healthcare setting.
What Types of Classes Will I Take?
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Phlebotomy
- MLT 1325
- Online
- 3 Credits
Teaches the skills to perform a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and universal precautions.
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Hematology I
- MLT 1377
- Online
- 3 Credits
Introduces the theory and practical application of routine and special hematology procedures and presents red blood cell function, hematopoiesis and associated diseases.
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Clinical Microbiology I
- MLT 1448
- Online
- 3 Credits
Studies basic concepts of microbiology with an emphasis on cell structure and function of human pathogenic microorganisms.
24 Courses to Complete
91 Credit Hours
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Rasmussen University is committed to making education more affordable for all students. Our tuition estimating tool can help you visualize the cost of your degree and see what savings opportunities are available to help you achieve it.
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What Should I Know Before I Enroll?
Entrance Requirements
Entrance requirements for the School of Health Sciences vary by program. To learn more and receive help planning your healthcare career path, contact an admissions advisor who will speak to you about immunizations, background checks and TEAS scores.Transfer Student
We believe in giving credit where it’s due. You can get an estimate of your transfer credits without an official transcript in one business day (on average). Talk to an admissions advisor today, or explore our Transfer Policy page for our seamless credit policies designed to maximize credits, potentially save money and expedite graduation.
Help Paying for College
Higher education should be a manageable investment. Talk to an admissions advisor and learn how these programs can make it more affordable with self-directed assessments, credit for prior learning, loans and grants, scholarship opportunities, corporate grants and military discounts for those who qualify.
Where Can I Find an MLT Program Near Me?
At Rasmussen University, we want our courses to be available on your schedule, not the other way around. Select programs are available for enrollment through a specific campus and nationally online, but students complete the courses online and are able to utilize online and on-campus support and resources. See below to find out where you can find a Medical Lab Technician program near you.-
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