Technical Occupational Programs
Associate in Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology
Nursing & Health Sciences Division
Donna Chambers, Division Chair
Enoch Kelly Haney Center #235 9405) 382-9268
Seminole State College’s Medical Laboratory Technology Program is accredited
by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Questions may be directed to NAACLS, 8410 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631-3415, telephone 773.714.8880.
Upon completion of the Associate in Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology, the graduate is eligible to challenge the Board of Registry MLT Exam. With two years qualified work experience and a Bachelor’s Degree, the graduate
may challenge the Board of Registry MT Exam.
Presented is a suggested schedule of course study. Each individual’s progress will
vary depending on their academic background and prerequisite courses required.
It is essential that students consult the MLT Program Director prior to enrolling
each semester.
MLT Program Admission Requirements
- High School graduation or G.E.D.
- Acceptance to Seminole State College
- Completion of Medical Laboratory Orientation Course
- GPA of 2.0. (“C” or better in all courses)
- ACT Composite score of 19.0 (Taken within past 5 yeas)
- Nelson-Denny Reading Test minimum score of 15
- Interview with MLT Program Director
- Completion of MLT Admission Packet (obtained during
MLT Orientation
Course) - Completion of immunization status
- Completion of background check in accordance with state and
federal
requirements
| MLT Suggested Plan of Study | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
First Year - Fall Semester |
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| Courses | Title | Lecture Hours | Lab Hours | Credit Hours |
| ENG 1113 | English Composition I | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| CHEM 1315 | General Chemistry I* | 3 |
4 |
5 |
| MLT 1402 | MLT Orientation | 2 |
0 |
2 |
| MATH 1513 | College Algebra | 3 |
0 |
3 |
| SOC or PSY | Elective | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours 16 | ||||
First Year - Spring Semester |
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| ENG 1213 | English Composition II | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MICR 2224 | Microbiology | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| HIST 1483 | American History Survey to 1877 or |
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| HIST 1493 | American History Survey since 1877 |
3 | 0 | 3 |
| ANAT 2114 | Anatomy or | |||
| BIOL 2214 | Physiology | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Total Semester Hours 14 | ||||
Second Year - Fall Semester |
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| GOV 1113 | American National Government |
3 | 0 | 3 |
| MLT 1412 | Urinalysis/Body Fluids | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| MLT 2455 | Clinical Chemistry | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| MLT 2462 | Mycology/Parasitology | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| MLT 1523 | Instrumental Chemical Analysis | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours 15 | ||||
Second Year - Spring Semester |
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| MLT 2434 | Immunology/Blood Bank | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| MLT 2564 | Clinical Microbiology | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| MLT 1515 | Hematology | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| MLT 2101 | MLT Capstone Seminar | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total Semester Hours 14 | ||||
Second Year - Summer Semester (16 weeks) |
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| MLT 2413 | Hematology Clinical Practicum | 0 | 160 | 3 |
| MLT 2423 | Chemistry Clinical Practicum | 0 | 160 | 3 |
| MLT 2433 | Microbiology Clinical Practicum | 0 | 160 | 3 |
| MLT 2443 | Blood Banking Clinical Practicum | 0 | 160 | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours 12 | ||||
Total Program Hours 71 |
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*Concurrent enrollment with College Algebra upon suitable scores on placement exams.
All four clinical rotations must be taken in the same semester. The semester in which the student enrolls will depend upon completion of all academic courses and availability of space in affiliated hospital laboratories. It is essential that students consult with the MLT Program Director prior to enrolling each semester.
Note: Biology 1214 or Zoology 1114 is recommended for MLT Program students. |
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