Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) are the silent heroes of healthcare — performing the diagnostic tests that guide nearly 70% of all medical decisions.
CCBC’s MLT program prepares you for a high-demand, flexible career where your critical thinking, attention to detail and analysis make a daily impact. With four hands-on internships, 100% job placement and eligibility to sit for the national Board of Certification exam, you'll graduate with the skills and confidence to work in hospitals, research labs, urgent care and more. Whether you’re drawn to hematology, microbiology, chemistry or transfusion medicine, your journey starts here.
Students can apply for site-based scholarships that come with job placement. Additional awards like the Lucille Hoilman and MLT Alumni Scholarships offer even more ways to reduce the cost of your education.
Finish the program in just 15 months after prerequisites. Graduates can choose full-time, part-time or PRN (as needed) shifts — allowing your career to adapt as your life evolves.
Our cohorts consistently achieve a 100% pass rate on the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification exam, positioning them for success in clinical and research settings across the country.
Students complete internships in hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology and blood banking — gaining real-world experience and often securing employment before graduation.
The program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences; 5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018-5119; 773.714.8880.
Over the past three years, CCBC’s Medical Laboratory Technology program has maintained a 97.1% ASCP Board of Certification exam pass rate, exceeding the national average. Our program has 100% retention after students enter their final year and 100% graduate job placement or continued education within one year of completing the program.
| Outcome | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 3-year avg |
| CCBC pass rate ASCP-BOC exam (within first yr) |
91% | 100% | 100% (IP) | 97.1% |
| National pass rate ASCP-BOC exam | 79% | 74% | 79% (IP) | — |
| Graduates retained after entering final year | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Job placement or continuing education (1 yr) | 100% | 100% (IP) | 93% | 100% |
Ready to get started? So are we! Find admission requirements on our SHP Admissions page or download the PDF packet.
Program Director, Medical Laboratory Technology
