Medical Laboratory Technician

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Offered on-campus

Medical Laboratory Technician

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Offered on-campus

Are you ready to take the next step?

Overview

Are you interested in working in a medical laboratory setting? How about performing tests that help diagnose and treat disease? If so, you may want to become a medical laboratory technician (MLT)! The medical laboratory technician program at Lake Superior College in Duluth, MN provides the entry level knowledge and technical skills needed to work in a medical laboratory. MLT graduates leave the program prepared for the national certification exam.

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Career Information

Visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the MN Dept of Employment & Economic Development, and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) to gather valuable career information such as wage reports, career outlook, job prospects, industry trends, and career opportunities. These tools are available to help empower students to make informed decisions about their educational and professional paths.

Skills & Knowledge

Phlebotomy (drawing blood)
Test specimens (blood, body fluids, tissues and cells) for abnormalities or diseases
Analysis in hematology, microbiology, coagulation, urinalysis, clinical chemistry and transfusion service
Internship with health care professionals – communicating test results and resolving diagnostic/testing inconsistencies

Plan Your Education

Updates have been made to admission requirements and/or pre-program course work for Fall of 2023. Please see an advisor for changes.

The Program Guide is a tool to help you map out how to successfully get your MLT degree at Lake Superior College.

Program Guide

View approximate total tuition and fees for MN residents to complete this degree.

Tuition and Fees

This program may be completed in 2 years if prerequisites are complete.

Goals and Outcomes

Program Goals and Outcomes

MLT program questions

Contact your advisor or
Crystal Schmidt, M.Ed., MLS(ASCP)^CM.
MLT Program Director
(218)-733-6939
[email protected]

After You Graduate

Learn about pathways to Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) careers
Already working as an MLT? Become an MLS right here in Duluth! St. Cloud State’s MLT to MLS program works with your LSC MLT degree (through articulation). Classes are held on LSC’s main campus using ITV. To get started: contact Louise Mills at SCSU ((320) 308-5438 [email protected]) or Crystal Schmidt, M.Ed., MLS(ASCP)^CM, MLT Director (LSC) (218) 733-6939 [email protected].
Application Deadline: Feb 1^st, will continue to accept applications till June 1^st if seats are available. See the SCSU website for application materials and information.
MLT to MLS program contact:
Louise Millis, MLS Program Director (SCSU)
(320) 308-5438 [email protected]

“With high demand for med lab techs and scientists, you can pretty much get a job anywhere. The LSC medical laboratory tech program is challenging. It takes a lot of work and dedication, but if you push through, it is well-rewarding.”

Malorie BrazellAlum, Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) AAS

“I have been fortunate at St. Luke’s to have so many opportunities to improve my knowledge base. My co-workers put care and dedication into each and every sample that passes through the lab. They work as a team to continually improve and communicate effectively.”