Medical Laboratory Technology
Medical Laboratory Technicians are ranked in the top twenty-five fastest growing career fields in South Carolina by the US Department of Labor. Your training will lead you to great careers in hospitals, clinics, private labs, and even research departments at pharmaceutical companies. No matter your location, you'll play an important part in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of illness and disease.
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Our graduates are in high demand with 100% job placement rates to prove it! To view the MLT Program Outcomes Measures please use this link:
Admissions Requirements
EXPLORE RELATED PROGRAMS
| Program of Study | Credential/Outcome | Eligible for Financial Aid | Course Scheduling | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Heart Association Certifications | Noncredit, CEU/Recertification,Noncredit, Prof Dev | Call 864-646-1700 | Day | Pendleton |
| Electrocardiogram (ECG) Technician | Noncredit, QuickJobs | Call 864-646-1700 | Evening | Pendleton |
| Emergency Medical Technology | Associate Degree | Yes | Day,Evening | Easley |
| EMT Advanced | Certificate | Yes | Day,Evening | Easley |
| EMT Basic Certificate | Noncredit, QuickJobs | Call 864-646-1700 | Evening | Pendleton |
| Expanded Duty Dental Assisting | Diploma | Yes | Day | Pendleton |
| IV Therapy | Noncredit, Prof Dev | Call 864-646-1700 | Evening | Pendleton |
| Medical Assisting | Diploma | Yes | Day,Evening | Pendleton |
| Medical Laboratory Technology | Associate Degree | Yes | Day | Pendleton |
| Nurse Aide | Noncredit, QuickJobs | Call 864-646-1700 | Day,Evening | Easley,Pendleton |
| Nursing | Associate Degree | Yes | Day | Pendleton |
| Nursing Preparation | Certificate | No | Day | Pendleton |
| Paramedic | Certificate | Yes | Day,Evening | Easley QJC |
| Patient Care/Multi-Skilled Healthcare Technician | Noncredit, QuickJobs | Call 864-646-1700 | Varies | Pendleton |
| Personal Trainer | Noncredit, QuickJobs | Call 864-646-1700 | Evening | Pendleton |
| Pharmacy Technician | Noncredit, QuickJobs | Call 864-646-1700 | Day | Pendleton |
| Phlebotomy Technician | Noncredit, QuickJobs | Call 864-646-1700 | Evening | Pendleton |
| Practical Nursing | Diploma | Yes | Day,Evening | Easley,Oconee |
| Pre-Dental Hygiene | Certificate | No | Day | Anderson,Easley,Pendleton |
| Pre-Pharmacy | Associate Degree | Yes | Day,Evening | Anderson,Easley,Pendleton |
| Surgical Technology | Associate Degree | Yes | Day | Pendleton |
| Veterinary Technology | Associate Degree | Yes | Day,Evening | Pendleton |
MLT in the News!
Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) student Tyler Schell is overall winner in the S.C. Society of Clinical Laboratory Science (SCSCLS) State Student Bowl. Read more here.
Career Pathways
Students who are still in high school may consider taking college courses now to get a jumpstart on completing your degree at Tri-County. View a sample pathway here.
Looking to Transfer?
For students who wish to continue work toward a four-year degree, we have a seamless transfer program with Clemson University enabling Tri-County Technical College students who graduate in the Medical Laboratory program and are academically qualified to transfer into the Accelerated Bachelor of Science program in Microbiology and Biomedicine at Clemson University.
For other programs, we encourage you to work with your advisor on the steps that are best for your plans. Learn more about transfer options here.
Program Accreditation
The Medical Laboratory Technology program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018-5119, Telephone: 773-714-8880, Fax: 773-714-8886, Website: www.naacls.org.
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PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Amber O'Shields | (864) 646-1351 | aoshiel2@tctc.edu