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Medical Laboratory Technicians prepare and analyze specimens using body fluids and cells. They use microscopes and other sophisticated laboratory equipment and computerized instruments to test and analyze results. Lab technicians usually work under the supervision of medical and clinical laboratory technologists.

The Medical Laboratory Technician program at Manhattan Tech uses a blended instructional model. Lectures are online and accessed through Manhattan Tech’s learning management system. Laboratory and clinical skills training is provided in a traditional face-to-face format, using instruments and equipment found in the modern laboratory.

This program aligns with the Kansas Board of Regents Curriculum.

MLT Program Outcomes:

  • MLT graduates will demonstrate entry level knowledge and competency in all areas of the clinical laboratory.
  • MLT graduates will demonstrate an average of at least 75% on the Board of Certification exam as calculated by the most recent three-year period. 
    • For MATC MLT students who graduated 7/1/21 – 6/30/22, the certification exam pass rate was 100%.
    • For MATC MLT students who graduated 7/1/22 – 6/30/23, the certification exam pass rate was 100%.
    • For MATC MLT students who graduated 7/1/23 – 6/30/24, the certification exam pass rate was 100%.
  • At least 70% of students who have begun the final half of the MLT program will successfully graduate from the program as calculated by the most recent three-year period. 
    • For MATC MLT students projected to graduate 7/1/21 – 6/30/22, the graduation rate was 100%
    • For MATC MLT students projected to graduate 7/1/22 – 6/30/23, the graduation rate was 100%
    • For MATC MLT students projected to graduate 7/1/23 – 6/30/24, the graduation rate was 100%
  • MLT graduates will demonstrate an average of at least 70% employment rate either through employment in the field or a closely related field or continue their education within one year of graduation as calculated by the most recent three-year period. 
    • For MATC MLT students who graduated 7/1/21 – 6/30/22, the employment placement rate was 100%.
    • For MATC MLT students who graduated 7/1/22 – 6/30/23, the employment placement rate was 100%
    • For MATC MLT students who graduated 7/1/23 – 6/30/24, the employment placement rate was 100%