Medical Laboratory Technology AAS Degree is an Associate Degree program offered by Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo, IA. Tuition is $18,954 total.
Program Overview
Consistent with and complementary to the mission of Hawkeye Community College, the MLT program prepares men and women for entry-level work in a medical laboratory while under the supervision of a medical technologist, pathologist, or physician. The program provides training in routine procedures in microbiology, immunology, clinical chemistry, hematology, immunohematology, serology and urinalysis. The program also provides education and experience in the necessary interpersonal skills for satisfactory performance as a member of the health care delivery team. Graduates of the MLT Program receive an associates in applied science degree from Hawkeye Community College and are eligible to take the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification Examination for Medical Laboratory Technicians.
Associate Degree, 81 credit hours, taught on campus at Main Campus.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide