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Clinical Laboratory Technician

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Build in-demand skills for the lab tech workforce.

Launch your career in today’s fast-paced, dynamic, and evolving healthcare field. With MCC’s Clinical Laboratory Technician A.A.S. degree, you’ll combine comprehensive coursework with hands-on training.

As the only degree program in the Rochester area, we’ll help you build a solid foundation in data recording, lab analysis, medical computer applications, as well as medical subjects like hematology, immunology, and urinalysis. You’ll get real-world experience in hospitals, reference labs, and organizations like the Red Cross - preparing you for a rewarding career as a clinical laboratory technician.
Area of Interest
Health Sciences and Physical Wellness
Department
Biology

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What You’ll Learn

In our Clinical Laboratory Technician program, you will:

  • Build a foundation in science, anatomy, lab techniques, and medical technology
  • Perform, evaluate, correlate, and assure accuracy and validity of laboratory results 
  • Develop clinical lab tech skills in real-world laboratories 
  • Train in many types of lab settings, including hospitals, reference testing labs, and nonprofit organizations
  • Be prepared to pass professional licensing exams
  • Confidently compete for medical lab technician and clinical lab technician jobs

Build Key Skills

Develop Lab Tech Skills
Ensure Accuracy
Explore Lab Settings
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Award-winning, experienced, and supportive professors are committed to your success, ensuring you have the guidance and encouragement you need.

Natural Science Education Center (NSEC)

The NSEC provides a place for students to study and use models, charts, and microscopes in a supportive learning environment.

Beyond the Classroom

Join MCC’s Beginnings in Healthcare (BIH) Club to connect with fellow students aspiring to enter health professions. Explore networking opportunities, professional and academic development, and community engagement in a supportive and collaborative environment.  

Ready to Apply?

The application deadline is January 31 for fall admission. Acceptance to the Clinical Lab Technician A.A.S. degree program is highly competitive; acceptance by Monroe Community College does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Many students need to complete several required courses before starting Clinical Lab Tech courses. Please review this program’s unique admissions requirements for new, current, transfer, returning, and adult applicants, and high school applicants.
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Program Details

Build the critical skills to start a clinical lab technician career with MCC’s Clinical Laboratory Technician A.A.S. degree. 
A.A.S.

Applied Associate of Science

This program is designed for future clinical laboratory technicians. Through hands-on lab training and practical courses, you’ll be prepared to work in various clinical lab settings.

This program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. Students who successfully complete the program are eligible for New York State licensure as Certified Clinical Laboratory Technicians. Graduates are also eligible to take the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC) certification exam.

Admissions requirements for new, current, transfer, returning, and adult applicants.
Admissions requirements for high school applicants. 

Length

2 years / 62 to 64 credit hours
Students typically complete this program in 4 semesters of full time study.

Location

Brighton Campus

Program Requirements

Courses & Prerequisites

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Complete this degree for FREE through SUNY Reconnect, which helps New Yorkers ages 25 to 55 attend community college at no cost, even if you already have a college degree. If you’re not eligible, don’t worry—there are plenty of other financial aid opportunities that can help make MCC even more affordable.

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Program Accreditation

The Clinical Laboratory Technician A.A.S. program at Monroe Community College at the Brighton campus located in Rochester, NY is accredited by:  National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. , 5600 N. River Rd. Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018-5119, (773) 714-8880. 

 

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