Program Overview
The Medical Laboratory Technology program is a sequence of courses and clinical practicum experiences that prepares students for technician positions in medical laboratories, related businesses, and industries. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.
For online hybrid courses in this curriculum, students meet every two weeks for laboratory sessions at KCC.
Program eligibility standards apply; consult a KCC advisor.
All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Additional Program Information
This program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018; 773-714-8880. Each student in this program must have a physical exam, criminal background check without any disqualifying convictions, and a negative drug screen.
Graduates of this program are eligible to take the national certification examination given by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Medical Laboratory Technology graduates are prepared to enter medical technology/medical laboratory science bachelor’s degree programs at selected state universities with junior status.
The curriculum of record for students applying to, but not yet accepted into, competitive entry health careers programs will be the Associate in General Studies.
Program Eligibility
Application process - Consult this information for steps to apply and enroll in a health program, deadlines, eligibility worksheets, and essential physical capabilities and functions.
Program Requirements
Major Courses
For non-clinical online courses, students must meet for biweekly laboratory sessions at KCC.
General education
A higher-level mathematics course can be substituted for MATH 1814. Students who have fewer than two years of high school algebra should take MATH 1424 prior to enrolling in MATH 1814. In addition, physics is strongly recommended for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science.
Choose the Humanities Elective from the General education courses for Applied Science Degrees.
Total Credit Hours: 70
Suggested Course Sequence
Fall semester
Spring semester
Summer term
Fall semester
Spring semester
Program Cost
| Minimum credit hours required for completion: |
70 |
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| Tuition and fees - $147.00 per credit hour |
$147.00 |
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$10,290.00 |
| Course Fees: |
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BIOL 1514 |
General Biology I |
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30.00 |
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BIOL 2714 |
Microbiology |
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50.00 |
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CHEM 1514 |
General Chemistry I |
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30.00 |
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CHEM 1524 |
General Chemistry II |
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30.00 |
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ENGL 1613 |
English I |
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5.00 |
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ENGL 1623 |
English II |
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5.00 |
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MEDT 1114 |
Urinalysis and Body Fluids |
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40.00 |
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MEDT 1124 |
Hematology and Coagulation |
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75.00 |
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MEDT 1415 |
Physiologic Systems |
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35.00 |
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MEDT 2044 |
Clinical Microbiology |
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90.00 |
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MEDT 2124 |
Serology and Blood Banking |
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65.00 |
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MEDT 2214 |
Clinical Chemistry |
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55.00 |
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MEDT 2316 |
Clinical Practicum I |
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45.00 |
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MEDT 2326 |
Clinical Practicum II |
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45.00 |
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600.00 |
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600.00 |
| Books: |
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BIOL 1514 |
General Biology I |
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435.95 |
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BIOL 2714 |
Microbiology |
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439.05 |
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CHEM 1514 |
General Chemistry I |
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468.80 |
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ENGL 1613 |
English I |
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81.35 |
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ENGL 1623 |
English II |
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109.60 |
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MATH 1814 |
College Algebra |
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361.55 |
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MEDT 1114 |
Urinalysis and Body Fluids |
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136.80 |
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MEDT 1124 |
Hematology and Coagulation |
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215.10 |
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MEDT 1415 |
Physiologic Systems |
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407.75 |
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MEDT 2044 |
Clinical Microbiology |
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317.75 |
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MEDT 2124 |
Serology and Blood Banking |
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173.75 |
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MEDT 2214 |
Clinical Chemistry |
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125.65 |
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MEDT 2462 |
Medical Laboratory Tech. Seminar |
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113.35 |
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PSYC 1813 |
Introduction to Psychology |
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211.80 |
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3,598.25 |
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3,598.25 |
| Supplies: |
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Uniforms |
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50.00 |
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Lab coat* |
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21.00 |
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Clinical Badge (First one free, Replacement $5) |
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0.00 |
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Uniform shoes |
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40.00 |
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111.00 |
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111.00 |
| Additional Program Costs |
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A2 Entrance Exam Fee (per attempt) |
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37.00 |
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Background Check and Drug Screening |
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68.00 |
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Physical Examination/Tests/Etc. |
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385.00 |
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490.00 |
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490.00 |
| TOTAL |
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$15,089.25 |
| This program requires three-four credit hours of electives. The total price does not include all costs associated with the electives. |
All prices are subject to change. Please visit Hammes Bookstore for the most up-to-date textbook prices.
*This item is ordered in the KCC Hammes Bookstore. |
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