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Medical Lab Technology / Phlebotomy Program
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Medical Lab Technology / Phlebotomy Program
Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT’s) perform essential laboratory testing that is critical to the detection, diagnosis and treatment of disease. In fact, modern medicine could not be practiced without the tests performed by these laboratory professionals. Did you know that laboratory tests make up 70% of the verifiable reportable data in a patients’ medical record? MLT’s perform tests on blood and body fluids in the areas of hematology, chemistry, blood banking, microbiology, serology and urinalysis using microscopes, chemicals, computers and sophisticated automated equipment. In a medical laboratory, a team of highly skilled pathologists, technologists, technicians and phlebotomists works together to determine the presence, extent or absence of disease and help evaluate effectiveness of treatment. Click here to read more from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
The degree program in Medical Laboratory Technology is a full-time, five semester sequential curriculum leading to an Associate of Applied Science Degree and eligibility to sit for National Certification Examinations. The NOVA MLT AAS degree program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. Click here to visit their website (NAACLS).
Phlebotomists (PBT’s) work directly with patients. The laboratory depends on the phlebotomy technician to collect quality samples from the patient to produce quality laboratory results. To do this, the phlebotomy technician must create an atmosphere of trust and confidence with patients while drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe and reliable manner. Click here to read more from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Labs Are Vital
LabScienceCareers.com is an online resource for those interested in learning more about career opportunities in clinical laboratory science. It is part of the "Labs Are Vital" initiative and is funded by Abbott.
Career Video Clips
These video clips are supported by a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Michigan Department of Community Health, Bureau of Laboratories through cooperative agreement U90/CCU517018;Frances Pouch-Downes, DrPH, Laboratory Director and John Dyke, PhD, Program Advisor, Michigan Laboratory Systems. The website is maintained by Michigan State University. Click here to launch Diagnostic Detectives 2003.
Links to additional Professional Information:
NOVA Degrees and Certificate
- Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) AAS Degree: Overview, Admissions and Curriculum
- Phlebotomy (PBT) Career Studies Certificate: Overview, Admissions and Curriculum
Check out the Online Phlebotomy Course for the working health care professional.
The first step to beginning health career training at NOVA/MEC is to attend an information session. Click here for Information Sessions.