Medical Laboratory Technology
Department Information
Location:
- Trenholm Campus:
- 1225 Air Base Blvd
- Montgomery, Alabama 36108
Contact:
Phone: 1-866-753-4544
Phone: 334-420-4200
Programs & Training
Medical Laboratory Technology
Program Information
The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program prepares individuals, under the supervision of clinical laboratory scientists/medical technologists, to perform routine medical laboratory procedures and tests and to apply preset strategies to record and analyze data. The program includes instructions in general laboratory procedures and skills; laboratory mathematics; medical computer applications; interpersonal and communications skills; and the basic principles of hematology, medical microbiology, immunohematology, immunology, clinical chemistry, and urinalysis.
The program is a collaboration between Baptist Medical Center School of Medical Laboratory Sciences Program (BMC) and 91桃色 (TSCC). The classes will be conducted on the campus of TSCC, and clinical rotation will be at Baptist Medical Center and its affiliates. The classes will be taught by BMC medical laboratory science faculty, and the degree will be awarded by TSCC.
Program Mission
The mission of the Medical Laboratory Technician program is to provide a comprehensive quality education and training environment for those enrolled in the program. The program and its affiliates are committed to academic excellence and will provide students with the support required to assist them to successfully complete the program.
Program Competencies
Upon successful completion of the Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program, the MLT program graduate will have basic knowledge and skills to;
- Collect, process, analyze and transport biological specimens as appropriate.
- Recognize and apply principles related to the use of laboratory information systems used in medical laboratory technology.
- Perform analytical tests on blood, body fluids, and other substances tested in the clinical laboratory.
- Recognize factors that affect procedures and test results and take appropriate actions within established guidelines using the skills of critical thinking and problem solving.
- Recognize the clinical significance of laboratory procedures in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Perform and monitor quality control within established guidelines by applying the principles of critical thinking and problem solving.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment and instruments and refer to appropriate sources as necessary.
- Apply and encourage the use of the principles of laboratory safety and Standards Precautions.
- Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with fellow students, patients, laboratory personal other healthcare professionals and with the public.
- Recognize the responsibilities of other laboratory and health care personnel and interact appropriately with them for quality care.
- Apply basic principles of science in learning new techniques and procedures.
- Relate laboratory findings to common disease processes by recognizing the principles and methodologies practiced in all areas of the medical laboratory.
- Establish and maintain life-long learning as a function of growth and maintenance of personal and professional competence.
The program is five (5) semesters. The estimated tuition cost is based on full-time enrollment of 12-15 credit hours for in-state students.
Credit Hours | Tuition rate | Bond Fee | Facility Fee | Technology Fee | Building Fee | ACCS Enhancement Fee | Tuition & Fees |
12 | 1,572.00 | 12.00 | 180.00 | 180.00 | 180.00 | 120.00 | 2,244.00 |
13 | 1,703.00 | 13.00 | 195.00 | 195.00 | 195.00 | 130.00 | 2,431.00 |
14 | 1,834.00 | 14.00 | 210.00 | 210.00 | 210.00 | 140.00 | 2,618.00 |
15 | 1,965.00 | 15.00 | 225.00 | 225.00 | 225.00 | 150.00 | 2,805.00 |
18 | 听2,358.00 | 18.00 | 270.00 | 270.00 | 270.00 | 180.00 | 3,366.00 |
*Tax is not included. This schedule is subject to change at any time resulting from action by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees. The estimated cost does not include books, supplies and uniforms. The length of the program is based on full-time status of 12-15 credit hours per term. Enrollment in transitional-level general education courses will alter the length of the program.
- Orientation to College (ORI 101): College requirement that must be taken prior to graduation
- ACT Composite score of 17 or higher
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Letters of recommendation and student evaluation form from 2 of applicant鈥檚 college instructors
| Course Area | Course Name | Area | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | Area I | 3 |
| SPH 106 or SPH 107 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication or Fundamentals of Public Speaking | Area II | 3 |
| ART 101 or MUS 101 | Art Appreciation or Music Appreciation | Area II | 3 |
| BIO 103 | Principles of Biology | Area III | 4 |
| BIO 120 | Medical Terminology | Area III | 3 |
| MTH 100 or听Higher MTH | Intermediate College Algebra | Area III | 3 |
| PSY 200 | General Psychology | Area IV | 3 |
| CHM 104 | Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry | Area III | 4 |
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TOTAL DEGREE CREDIT HOURS: 72
| Course No. | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ORI 101 | Orientation to College | 1 |
| BIO 103 | Principles of Biology | 4 |
| CHM 104 | Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry | 4 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 102 or HUM | English Composition II or Humanities Elective | 3 |
| BIO 120 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| MTH 100 | Intermediate College Algebra | 3 |
| PSY 200 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SPH 106 or 107 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication or Public Speaking | 3 |
| MLT 111 | Urinalysis and Body Fluids | 4 |
| MLT 121 | Hematology | 5 |
| MLT 131 | Laboratory Techniques | 4 |
| MLT 141 | Microbiology I | 5 |
| MLT 142 | Microbiology II | 3 |
| MLT 151 | Clinical Chemistry | 5 |
| MLT 161 | Integrated Laboratory Simulation | 2 |
| MLT 181 | Clinical Immunology | 2 |
| MLT 191 | Immunohematology | 5 |
| MLT 293 | MLT Clinical Seminar | 2 |
| MLT 294 | Medical Laboratory Practicum: Hematology and Urinalysis | 2 |
| MLT 295 | Medical Laboratory Practicum: Microbiology | 2 |
| MLT 296 | Medical Laboratory Practicum: Immunohematology | 2 |
| MLT 297 | Medical Laboratory Practicum: Chemistry and Immunology | 2 |
| TOTAL | 72 | |
MLT 111 Urinalysis and Body Fluids This course focuses on the theory and techniques in the examination of urine. The student is introduced to physical and chemical properties as well as microscopic examination of sediment and the identification of cells and crystals. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic urinalysis and correlate laboratory results to renal disorders and other disease states.
MLT 121 Hematology In this course the theory and techniques of hematology and other body fluids are covered. The student is presented with blood components, normal and abnormal cell morphology, hemostasis, selected automated methods, as well as body fluid physical and chemical properties, microscopic examination, and identification of cells and crystals. Upon completion, students should be able to perform various procedures including preparation and examination of hematologic slides and relate results to specific disorders.
MLT 131 Laboratory Techniques This course covers the basic principles and techniques used in the medical laboratory. Emphasis is placed on terminology, basic laboratory equipment, specimen collection and processing, safety, and computations. Upon completion, students should be able to perform various basic laboratory techniques and utilize basic theories of laboratory principles.
MLT 141 Microbiology I The student is presented with the theories, techniques, and methods used in basic bacteriology. Focus is on bacterial isolation, identification, and susceptibility testing. Upon completion, students should be able to select media, isolate and identify microorganisms, and discuss modern concepts of epidemiology
MLT 142 Microbiology II The student is presented with the theories, techniques, and methods used in basic parasitology, mycology, and virology. Emphasis is placed on special bacteria, identification, life cycles, culture growth, and pathological states of infection and infestation. Upon completion, students should be able to identify certain parasites, demonstrate various staining and culture procedures, and discuss the correlation of certain microorganisms to pathological conditions.
MLT 151 Clinical Chemistry听 This course emphasizes theories and techniques in basic and advanced clinical chemistry. Coverage includes various methods of performing biochemical analyses on medical specimens. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles of chemistry, evaluate quality control, and associate abnormal test results to clinical significance.
MLT 161 Integrated Lab Simulation This course provides an opportunity for the student to perform medical laboratory procedures in all phases of laboratory testing as a review of previous laboratory courses.听 Emphasis is placed on organization of tasks, timing, accuracy, and simulation of routine operations in a clinical laboratory. Upon completion, students should be able to organize tasks and perform various basic laboratory analyses with accuracy and precision.
MLT 181 Clinical Immunology听 Theory and techniques in immunology are presented to the student. Emphasis is placed on the basic principles of the immune system, serologic testing, the production of specific antibodies and their use in the identification of infectious organisms. Upon completion, students should be able to relate basic principles of immunology, describe techniques for analytical methods utilizing immunological concepts, and correlate results of analyses to certain disease states.
MLT 191 Immunohematology Theory and techniques in immunohematology are presented to the student. In this course coverage includes antigen and antibody reactions including blood typing, antibody detection and identification, and compatibility testing. Upon completion, students should be able to apply theories and principles of immunohematology to procedures for transfusion and donor services, and correlate blood banking practices to certain disease states and disorders
MLT 293 MLT Seminar听 This course is a cumulative review of medical laboratory science theory. The seminar consists of cumulative review of previous courses emphasizing recall, application or theory, correlation, and evaluation of all areas of medical laboratory science. This course will assist in preparation of the students for the National Board of Certification exam.
MLT 294 Hematology and Urinalysis Practicum This supervised practicum is within the medical laboratory setting and provides laboratory practice in hematology and urinalysis. Emphasis is placed on medical laboratory skills and performance in areas such as specimen preparation and examination, instrumentation, reporting of results, management of data and quality control. Upon completion, students should be able to process specimens, perform analyses utilizing various methods including instrumentation, report results, and manage data and quality control using information systems
MLT 295 Microbiology Practicum听 This supervised practicum is within the medical laboratory setting and provides laboratory practice in microbiology. Emphasis is placed on medical laboratory skills and performance in areas such as recovery, isolation, culturing and identification of microorganisms. Upon completion, students should be able to isolate, culture, and analyze microorganisms utilizing various methods, report results, and manage data and quality control using information systems.
MLT 296 Immunohematology Practicum This supervised practicum is within the medical laboratory setting and provides laboratory practice in immunohematology. Emphasis is placed on medical laboratory skills and performance in areas such as the detection and identification of antibodies, the typing of blood, and compatibility testing of blood and blood components. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the screening for and identification of antibodies, compatibility testing, record and manage data and quality control using information systems.
MLT 297 Chemistry and Immunology Practicum听 This supervised practicum is within the medical laboratory setting and provides laboratory practice in medical chemistry and immunology. Emphasis is placed on medical laboratory skills and performance in areas such as computerized instrumentation and the ability to recognize technical problems. Upon completion, students should be able to perform biochemical analyses by various methods, including testing utilizing computer-oriented instrumentation, report test results, and manage patient data and quality control statistics using information systems.
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Medical laboratory technicians must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time; walk constantly; occasionally lift supplies/equipment up to 25 pounds; continuously exhibit manual dexterity and mobility; frequently reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch; constant ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less, to judge distances and space relationships; to bring objects into focus; continuous ability to clearly hear, speak, read, write, and communicate in English in person and on the telephone at the pace required for training and for evaluation and communication of laboratory results.
Potential Salary Range
|
General medical and surgical hospitals; private |
$66,650 |
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Educational services; state, local, and private |
62,470 |
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Medical and diagnostic laboratories |
59,070 |
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Offices of physicians |
53,920 |
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Other ambulatory healthcare services |
46,610 |
Medical laboratory technicians perform medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Most medical laboratory technicians work in healthcare settings such as hospitals, medical and diagnostic laboratories, and doctor鈥檚 offices. Most work fill-time. Employment is expected to grow five (5) percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 24,200 openings for medical laboratory technicians are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor,听Occupational Outlook Handbook, Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians,
at听听(visited听June 10, 2025).
Associate of Applied Science
Medical Laboratory Technology
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Medical laboratory technicians must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time; walk constantly; occasionally lift supplies/equipment up to 25 pounds; continuously exhibit manual dexterity and mobility; frequently reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch; constant ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less, to judge distances and space relationships; to bring objects into focus; continuous ability to clearly hear, speak, read, write, and communicate in English in person and on the telephone at the pace required for training and for evaluation and communication of laboratory results.
In Alabama:
Wage data for听Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.
- Workers on average earn听$47,790.
- 10% of workers earn听$31,820 or less.
- 10% of workers earn听$79,070 or more.
In the United States:
Wage data for听Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.
- Workers on average earn听$61,890.
- 10% of workers earn听$38,020 or less.
- 10% of workers earn听$97,990 or more.
Source:听Bureau of Labor Statistics 2024 wage data听
Medical laboratory technicians perform medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Most medical laboratory technicians work in healthcare settings such as hospitals, medical and diagnostic laboratories, and doctor鈥檚 offices. Most work fill-time. Employment is expected to grow five (5) percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 24,200 openings for medical laboratory technicians are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor,听Occupational Outlook Handbook, Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians,
at听听(visited听June 10, 2025).
Associate of Applied Science
Medical Laboratory Technology
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Location: TC 鈥� Bldg. J
Phone: 334-420-4419
Email:听slee@trenholmstate.edu
Program Contact
Lindsey Raney, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM, Program Director
Baptist South Medical Center School of Medical Laboratory Science
334-747-2897
LRRaney@baptistfirst.org
Location
Trenholm Campus
1225 Air Base Blvd,
Montgomery, AL 36108