Medical Laboratory Technology
A Medical Career That Makes a Big Impact
Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) play a critical role in patient care behind the scenes. You’ll learn how to perform essential laboratory tests on blood, tissue, and other specimens that help physicians diagnose disease and determine effective treatment plans.
At WSCO, you’ll train under the supervision of experienced laboratory managers, technologists, and physicians while working with the same standards and equipment used in today’s healthcare facilities. Students complete more than 500 hours of hands-on clinical experience in addition to coursework.
If you choose the 100% online track, all academic requirements can be completed remotely while clinical hours are fulfilled through one of WSCO’s approved partner sites.
Why Choose the Medical Laboratory Technology Program at WSCO?
- More than 500 hours of hands-on clinical training
- Dedicated on-campus laboratory space for immersive learning
- Above-national-average pass rates on the Board of Certification (BOC) exam
- Strong local partnerships and a 95% job placement rate after graduation
- Flexible option for 100% online coursework
- High job demand with career opportunities in both clinical and industrial lab settings
16%
Growth Rate
$17,497
Estimated Program Tuition Cost
$52,000
Local Average Annual Salary
Where You’ll Work
- Hospital and clinic laboratories
- Private medical offices
- Industrial quality control laboratories
- Research and development labs
- Diagnostic and biotechnology companies
What Jobs Can You Get with a Medical Laboratory Technology Associate Degree?
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Industrial Quality Control Laboratory Technician
- Service Technician
Gain Experience Through Established Program Partnerships
- Davis Medical Center
- Genesis Hospital
- Mary Rutan Hospital
- Holzer Medical Center
- Kaiser Permanente Washington Bellevue Laboratory
- Memorial Health System
- Minnie Hamilton Health System
- Providence Centralia
- Rivers Health
- Sun City Hospital
- Wheeling Hospital, Inc.
- WVU Medicine
Local Career Opportunities Can Be Found With:
- WVU Medicine – Camden Clark
- Memorial Health System
- Wetzel County Hospital
- Barnesville Hospital
- Jackson General Hospital
- Minnie Hamilton Health Center
- Holzer Medical Center
- Athens Medical Center
- Green Meadows Veterinary
- Kraton Polymers
- American Styrenics
- Microbac Laboratory Services
Next Steps
Join one of the most in-demand and rewarding healthcare careers, where your work makes a real difference every day. Apply online today.
(ASCP) Board of Certification Pass Rates
| YEAR | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL AVERAGE | 77 | 77 | 82 | 82 | 82 | 85 | 77 | 79 | 77 | 76 |
| WSCC | 100 | 100 | 86 | 92 | 83 | 100 | 90 | 91 | 57 | 92 |
| YEAR | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # Students entering 2nd half of program | 10 | 9 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 14 | 10 | 16 | 17 |
| # Graduates | 7 | 7 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 7 | 13 | |
| % Graduation Rate | 70 | 78 | 100 | 89 | 100 | 100 | 79 | 70 | 81 | 0 |
| YEAR | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # Students entering program | 9 | 9 | 15 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 21 | 23 |
| # Students entering final semester | 7 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 11 | 16 | 17 | 17 |
| % Students retained | 78 | 78 | 73 | 90 | 67 | 65 | 61 | 89 | 81 | 74 |
| External certification exam | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # Students taking exam | 6 | 7 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 7 | 13 |
| # Students passing exam | 6 | 7 | 6 | 11 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 4 | 12 |
| % Pass Rate | 100 | 100 | 86 | 92 | 83 | 100 | 90 | 91 | 57 | 92 |
| YEAR | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| # Graduates | 7 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 7 | 13 |
| # Students employed in related field | 6 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 13 |
| # Students continuing education | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| % Graduates employed or continuing education | 86 | 100 | 100 | 91 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 90 | 100 | 71 | 100 |
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Physical Therapist Assistant
Radiologic Technology
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To learn more:
Admissions
Phone: 740.568.1900
Email: admissions@wscc.edu
Health Sciences Office
Phone: 740.885.5648
Program Contact
Steve Temesvary, Program Director of Medical Laboratory Technology
Phone: 740.885.5689
Email: stemesvary@wscc.edu
Student Support
Schedule a time with a Student Success Coach:
https://appointments.wsco.edu/
Text: 740.847.2611
Email: healthprograms@wscc.edu
More Information:
Application Deadlines
Face-to-Face MLT Program: November 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 (Fall Entry)
Online MLT Program: November 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026 (Fall Entry)
Information Packet
Apply Online
Be a Reference
MLT Documents
New Students
Basic Criminal Background Check
iPad Request
(if you do not have a device that meets the requirements in your acceptance letter)
Additional Documents
Health Examination by Physician
