Medical Laboratory Technology

The Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) Program is a two-year program which provides clinical and didactic education in the field. Upon graduation the student receives an associate of applied science degree. The program is designed to prepare the student to take the American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) examination for medical laboratory technicians after graduation. This examination certifies the applicant as a registered medical laboratory technician, MLT (ASCP). MLT Clinical Affiliates include Baxter Regional Medical Center - Mountain Home, Cox Health Branson - Branson, Mo., Johnson County Medical Center - Clarksville, Mercy Hospital Berryville - Berryville, North Arkansas Regional Medical Center - Harrison, Ozark Health Medical Center - Clinton and Stone County Medical Center - Mountain View.

The Medical Laboratory Technology program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS), 5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720, Rosemont, IL  60018-5119. Phone: 773-714-8880 or at www.naacls.org.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Graduates of the MLT program will be able to demonstrate entry level proficiency and competency in collecting and processing specimens, performing analytical tests, recognize factors that affect procedures and results, monitor quality control and relate lab findings to common disease processes in the following areas:

  • Blood banking (immunohematology) - measured by program subscore on the ASCP registry exam

  • Urinalysis - measured by program subscore on the ASCP registry exam

  • Chemistry - measured by program subscore on the ASCP registry exam

  • Hematology - measured by program subscore on the ASCP registry exam

  • Immunology - measured by program subscore on the ASCP registry exam

  • Microbiology - measured by program subscore on the ASCP registry exam

• MLT Program graduates will be able to demonstrate entry level competencies in laboratory operations by conducting preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment, demonstrating professional conduct and communication skills, interacting with other healthcare professionals, and demonstrating proficiency in laboratory math skills.

  • Laboratory operations - measured by program subscore on the ASCP registry exam.

Students apply to the MLT program by May 1.  Upon program acceptance, the following courses are taken. After acceptance into the program, proof of immunizations, CPR Certification are required.  A criminal background check and drug screen will be arranged by the Program Director prior to being assigned to a clinical site. Students begin in the Associate of General Studies Degree. Required courses from the Associate of General Studies are to be completed prior to program entry include: