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Medical Laboratory Technician Training

Learn what medical laboratory technicians do and how they do it: a semi-in-depth, practical course covering the role, vocabulary, common procedures, safety and career launch.

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What you’ll learn in Medical Laboratory Technician training

A practical, general introduction to the medical laboratory technician job: what the role involves, 15+ key terms, how to perform common tasks such as run daily quality control and call a critical value, safety essentials and how to launch your career. Online, self-paced, about 10 hours, $89.99.

  • Tuition
    $89.99
    Volume pricing from 2 seats
  • Length
    10 hours
    10 modules
  • Format
    Online
    Self-paced, any device
  • Access
    12 months
    LMS access
  • Level
    Beginner
    To intermediate
  • You receive
    Certificate
    Of completion

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Explain what a medical laboratory technician does day to day, where they work and how the role fits into the team
  • Use 15+ essential medical laboratory technician terms correctly
  • Walk through run daily quality control, call a critical value, and evaluate a specimen for acceptance step by step
  • Identify the tools, equipment and technology used on the job
  • Apply core safety, compliance and professional standards
  • Map your path into the field, including credentials such as ASCP Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Course syllabus

10 modules, about 10 hours in total.

MODULE 01Introduction to the Medical Laboratory Technician Role50 min
  • What medical laboratory technicians do and why the role matters
  • Where they work: settings, employers and teams
  • Pay, job outlook and the career ladder
  • Professional and ethical expectations
MODULE 02A Day on the Job35 min
  • A realistic shift, start to finish
  • Schedules, shifts and workload
  • Working with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • The best and hardest parts of the job
MODULE 03Essential Medical Laboratory Technician Vocabulary1 hr
  • Key term: CBC
  • Key term: Chemistry panel
  • Key term: Hematology
  • Key term: Microbiology
  • Key term: Blood bank
  • Plus 10 more terms with practice drills
MODULE 04Core Duties and Responsibilities1 hr
  • Process patient samples
  • Run tests on automated analyzers
  • Perform manual tests and microscopy
  • Run quality control
  • Check and report results
MODULE 05Common Tasks, Step by Step2 hr 10 min
  • How to run daily quality control
  • How to call a critical value
  • How to evaluate a specimen for acceptance
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
MODULE 06Tools, Equipment and Technology50 min
  • Automated analyzers
  • Microscopes
  • Centrifuges
  • Laboratory information systems
  • Pipettes
MODULE 07Safety, Compliance and Professional Standards1 hr 10 min
  • Use standard precautions and PPE
  • Work in biosafety cabinets when required
  • Dispose of sharps and biohazards properly
  • Follow chemical safety rules
MODULE 08Skills Employers Look For50 min
  • Clinical chemistry
  • Hematology
  • Microbiology
  • Attention to detail
  • Accuracy under pressure
MODULE 09Launching Your Medical Laboratory Technician Career50 min
  • Education and training pathways
  • Credential overview: ASCP Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
  • Credential overview: ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Your first 90 days on the job
MODULE 10Final Knowledge Check50 min
  • Comprehensive practice exam with explanations
  • Certificate of completion on passing

Who this training is for

  • Students: find out what the medical laboratory technician job is really like before choosing a program or major.
  • Career changers: test-drive the field and build vocabulary and confidence before investing in formal training.
  • New hires and employers: shorten ramp-up time with a consistent foundation for every new medical laboratory technician.

Pricing

$89.99 per learner. Buying for a team? Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners.

SeatsDiscount
2 to 101% off
11 to 202% off
21 to 503% off
51 to 1005% off
101 to 2507% off
251 to 5008% off
501 to 1,00010% off

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Why train for this career

Clinical laboratory technologists and technicians collect samples and perform tests on blood, body fluids and tissue that help diagnose and treat disease. BLS reports a median wage of $62,930 (May 2025) and about 20,800 openings per year. Read the full medical laboratory technician career profile or see salary details.

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Medical Laboratory Technician training FAQ
How long is the Medical Laboratory Technician training?
About 10 hours, online, self-paced. You get 12 months of LMS access, so you can learn around work or school.
How much does the Medical Laboratory Technician training cost?
$89.99 per learner. Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners, up to 10% off for large groups.
Is the course online?
Yes. The course runs on our online learning platform (LMS). After you enroll, we email your login details.
Will this course make me a licensed or certified medical laboratory technician?
No. This is a general career-preparation course. It does not by itself grant a state license, national certification or academic credit. A few states, including California and New York, license clinical laboratory personnel. It is designed to help you understand the job and prepare for the formal training, exams and interviews that follow.
Who is this course for?
Students exploring careers, adults changing careers, new hires who want a faster ramp-up, and employers onboarding medical laboratory technicians.
How do I enroll?
Use the enrollment form on this page. It opens a pre-filled email to our team, and we reply with your payment link or invoice and your LMS access. You can also call 1-866-429-6742.
Do you offer group or employer pricing?
Volume pricing from 2 seats. Choose “My team or employees” on the form or visit our employer training page.
What do I receive when I finish?
Certificate of completion from Career Education Institute after you pass the final knowledge check.


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