Medical Laboratory Technology
Now is the time to pursue a career in healthcare. To get started, enroll at the college, then complete a program application using the instructions on this page. Program applications are currently being accepted by email only. Admissions Specialists are available to help you by phone or by email.
What You Will Learn
The Medical Laboratory Technology curriculum prepares you to perform clinical laboratory procedures in chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and transfusion medicine that may be used in the maintenance of health and diagnosis/treatment of disease.
Coursework emphasizes mathematical and scientific concepts related to specimen collection, laboratory testing and procedures, quality assurance, and reporting/recording and interpreting findings involving tissues, blood, and body fluids. Upon completion of the program, you will be able to:
- perform entry-level pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical laboratory procedures as outlined in the student handbook and the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) guidelines
- demonstrate critical thinking skills and problem solving abilities in the performance of entry-level laboratory procedures as outlined in the student handbook and the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) guidelines
- demonstrate professionalism in you interaction with faculty, other students, and clinical faculty through such techniques as accepting constructive criticism, maintaining professional composure, demonstrating teamwork, attendance, punctuality, and performing tasks as assigned
Graduates are eligible to take examinations given by the Board of Certification of the American Society of Clinical Pathology. Employment opportunities include laboratories in hospitals, medical offices, industry, and research facilities.
Sign up to attend a virtual Medical Laboratory Technology program information session.
Why Choose Central Piedmont
Our program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Our past graduates have a 100 % pass rate on Board of Certification of the American Society of Clinical Pathology exams.
Real World Education
At Central Piedmont, your education goes beyond what you learn in class. We offer numerous opportunities for you to enhance your learning — and to make friends, network, and pursue your passions — through clubs and organizations, sports, events and activities, leadership opportunities, job experience, volunteer experiences, visual and performing arts, and even international experiences.