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Medical laboratory technologists (commonly known as medical laboratory scientists) and medical laboratory technicians collect samples and perform tests to analyze body fluids, tissue, and other substances.
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51.0000.01
Courses
Dual Credit Optionâ€
Principles of Health Scienceâ€
Medical Terminology/Emergency Proceduresâ€
Body Structures and Functionsâ€
Allied Health Core Skills
Career Ready
NOCTI Healthcare Core
Post Secondary Education
West Kentucky Community & Technical College
Associate in Applied Science Health Science Technology
Career Information
Work Environment
Most medical laboratory technologists and technicians worked in hospitals in 2016. Others worked in medical and diagnostic laboratories or doctors’ offices.
How to Become a Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Technician
Medical laboratory technologists typically need a bachelor’s degree. Technicians usually need an associate degree or a postsecondary certificate.
Pay
The median annual wage for medical and clinical laboratory technicians was $38,950 in May 2016. The median annual wage for medical and clinical laboratory technologists was $61,070 in May 2016.
Job Outlook
Overall employment of medical laboratory technologists and technicians is projected to grow 13 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.
Courses
Allied Health Career Pathway 4 Year Course of Studies
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