Associate in Applied Science Degree

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For program entry requirements, consult a KCC adviser, see "Information on Health Career Programs" or view the slide presentation. Save and/or print this fillable eligibility check sheet.

The Medical Laboratory Technology program is a sequence of courses and clinical practicum experiences that prepares students for technician positions in medical laboratories, related businesses, and industries. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. For online hybrid courses in this curriculum, students meet every two weeks for laboratory sessions at KCC or an available cooperating institution.

Medical Laboratory Technology Major (9 courses)
Credit hours: 39

All courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C. For non-clinical online courses, students
must meet for biweekly laboratory sessions at KCC or a cooperating institution, if available.
* MEDT 1114 - Urinalysis and Body Fluids—online hybrid
* MEDT 1415 - Physiologic Systems—online hybrid
* MEDT 1124 - Hematology and Coagulation—online hybrid
* MEDT 2124 - Serology and Blood Banking—online hybrid
* MEDT 2044 - Clinical Microbiology—online hybrid
* MEDT 2214 - Clinical Chemistry—online hybrid
* MEDT 2316 - Clinical Practicum I1—online hybrid
* MEDT 2326 - Clinical Practicum II1—online hybrid
* MEDT 2462 - Medical Laboratory Technology Seminar—online hybrid

General Education (8 courses)
Credit hours: 28-29

Complete all five subrequirements:

1. Communications - 6 credit hours
   * ENGL 1613 - English I
   * ENGL 1623 - English II
2. Mathematics2 - 4 credit hours
   * MATH 1814 - College Algebra or higher mathematics
3. Biology - 8 credit hours
   Both biology courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher
   * BIOL 1514 - General Biology I
   * BIOL 2714 - Microbiology
4. Chemistry - 8 credit hours
   Both chemistry courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher
   * CHEM 1514 - General Chemistry I
   * CHEM 1524 - General Chemistry II
5. Social and Behavioral Science - 3 credit hours
   * PSYC 1813 - Introduction to Psychology

Humanities Elective (1 course)
Credit hours: 3

CHOOSE ONE IAI Humanities Elective.

MINIMUM CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION - 70

*Course has prerequisite.

1In Clinical Practicum I and II, the student will spend four consecutive days each week (32 hours/week) in affiliated hospitals in the spring semester.

2Students who have fewer than two years of high school algebra should take *MATH 1424 - Intermediate Algebra. Students with more high school math background may elect to take a higher-level math (3-4 credits) than College Algebra. In addition to College Algebra, physics is strongly recommended for students pursuing a bachelor's degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science.

Medical Laboratory Technology
Associate in Applied Science Degree

SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE

ADDITIONAL PROGRAM INFORMATION

Graduates of this program are eligible to take the national registry examination given by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) and other certifying agencies. Medical Laboratory Technology graduates are prepared to enter medical technology/clinical laboratory science bachelor's degree programs at selected state universities with junior status.

This program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 8410 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 670, Chicago, Illinois; (773)714-8880.

Each student in this program must have a physical exam, criminal background check without disqualifying convictions and a negative drug screen.

Medical Laboratory Technology

Advanced Placement Sequence Option 1

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For program entry requirements, consult a KCC adviser, see "Information on Health Career Programs" or view the slide presentation. Save and/or print this fillable eligibility check sheet.

The advanced placement sequence of the Medical Laboratory Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree is designed for students who have previously completed the required general education courses of the program. The program concentrates on Medical Laboratory Technology courses, allowing students to complete the degree requirements in three semesters (spring, fall, spring).

For online hybrid courses in this curriculum, students meet every two weeks for laboratory sessions at KCC,or an available cooperating institution.

Courses required prior to acceptance in the program: (11 courses) Credit hours: 36 - 37

All biology and chemistry courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

* BIOL 1514 - General Biology I
*MEDT 1415 - Physiology Systems¹
BIOL 2714 - Microbiology I
* CHEM 1514 - General Chemistry I
* CHEM 1524 - General Chemistry II
* ENGL 1613 - English I
* ENGL 1623 - English II
* MATH 1814 - College Algebra1
* PSYC 1813 - Introduction to Psychology
ELECTIVE - Humanities

Medical Laboratory Technology Major (8 courses) Credit hours: 34

All courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C. For non-clinical online courses, students must meet for biweekly laboratory sessions at KCC or a cooperating institution.

* MEDT 1114 - Urinalysis and Body Fluids—online hybrid
* MEDT 1124 - Hematology and Coagulation—online hybrid
* MEDT 2124 - Serology and Blood Banking—online hybrid
* MEDT 2044 - Clinical Microbiology—online hybrid
* MEDT 2214 - Clinical Chemistry—online hybrid
* MEDT 2316 - Clinical Practicum I2—online hybrid
* MEDT 2326 - Clinical Practicum II2—online hybrid
* MEDT 2462 - Medical Laboratory Technology Seminar—online hybrid

MINIMUM CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR COMPLETION - 70

*Course has prerequisite.

¹May substitute BIOL 2644-Anatomy & Physiology I and BIOL 2654-Anatomy & Physiology II.

²Students who have fewer than two years of high school algebra should take *MATH 1424 - Intermediate Algebra. Students with more high school math background may elect to take a higher-level math (3-4 credits) than College Algebra. In addition to College Algebra, physics is strongly recommended for students pursuing a bachelor's degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science.

³In Clinical Practicum I and II the student will spend four consecutive days each week (32 hours/week) in affiliated hospitals in the last session. Students with previous laboratory training or who are currently working in the field may earn credit by examination for *MEDT 2316 and *MEDT 2326. Consult program director for details.

Medical Laboratory Technology
Advanced Placement Sequence
Option 1

Courses required prior
to acceptance in the program

SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE

ADDITIONAL PROGRAM INFORMATION

Graduates of this program are eligible to take the national registry examination given by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) and other certifying agencies. Medical Laboratory Technology graduates are prepared to enter medical technology/clinical laboratory science bachelor's degree programs at selected state universities with junior status.

This program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 8410 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Suite 670, Chicago, Illinois; (773)714-8880.

Each student in this program must have a physical exam, criminal background check without disqualifying convictions and a negative drug screen.