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Associate of Medical Laboratory Technician
- Chula Vista, United States
- 1.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
Two-year associate degree at FVTC's Appleton campus focused on clinical laboratory testing.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain the principal concepts and methods of Medical Laboratory Technician. Apply knowledge involving sixty-four-credit full-time degree training clinical laboratory testing in hematology. Interpret relevant information
- Work on discipline-specific assignments
- And communicate findings effectively.
Career outcomes
- Clinical Laboratory Technician
- Laboratory Assistant
- Laboratory Technician
- Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
Curriculum
- Sixty-four-credit full-time degree training clinical laboratory testing in hematology
- Clinical chemistry
- Immunohematology
- Microbiology
- Serology
- Coagulation and molecular diagnostics
- With a supervised unpaid clinical practicum. Includes quality control
- Specimen handling
- Safety and professional conduct. A background check precedes clinical placement.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or certificate (official transcript
- certified English translation if not in English); proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 50
- IELTS Academic 5.5
- Duolingo 75
- or US high school or college English composition
- or Q International School Level 108); evidence of funds 30
- 431 USD with Affidavit of Support; F-1 transfer students add I-20
- F-1 visa
- I-94 and Transfer Verification Form
- No minimum GPA published
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or certificate (official transcript, certified English translation if not in English); F-1 transfer students with I-20, F-1 visa, I-94 and Transfer Verification Form
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 50
- IELTS 5.5
- Duolingo 75
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Secondary Qualification Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Results (where applicable)
How to apply
- Review the chosen program's academic and language requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
- qualification documents and any course-specific supporting materials. Submit the admission application and pay the application fee if required. Follow the institution's instructions for accepting an offer and meeting any enrollment conditions.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $10,218 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Higher Education Center at National City |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Health, Wellness & Public Safety |
| Department | Medical Laboratory Technology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | College and foundation scholarships may be available to eligible enrolled students; international status can affect eligibility. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
27 Nov 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.5 years.
The next deadline is 27 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $10,218 USD per year.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 50, IELTS 5.5, Duolingo 75, IELTS Academic 5.5.