Blessing Hospital School of MLT Associate in Applied Science in MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician)

Blessing Hospital, School of Medical Laboratory Technicians prepares individuals to assume careers in hospitals, clinics and physician’s offices, as well as industry and veterinary laboratories. In the laboratory the MLT performs a wide variety of analytical procedures under the supervision of a medical technologist or pathologist. They are responsible for the collection and processing of specimens, preparation of cultures and slides, calibration of instruments. They perform analytical procedures in the areas of clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology, blood banking and immunology. MLTs are required to have sound analytical judgment, manual dexterity, computer skills and the ability to work well under pressure, and to be accurate and precise in their work. Upon successful completion of the program, the students will be awarded a certificate from Blessing Hospital and will be eligible for an AAS degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from JWCC or similar college and will also be eligible for the national certification exams as a MLT.

Prerequisites or first year classes can be taken at the student’s choice of college. They can be scheduled as full time, part time, day or evening classes. All pre-requisites must be completed prior to acceptance at Blessing Hospital. The MLT courses are offered only during the day and the curriculum is geared for full-time students. MLT courses will be offered only once per calendar year. Entry into the School of MLT is limited by space in the clinical practicum courses. Students must apply for admission after completion of one semester of pre-requisite courses with a “C” or better average.

Upon completion of the degree, students are eligible for national certification exams.

Pre-requisite Courses (33 hours)

Pre-requisite credits may be obtained from any accredited college or university.

The course numbers below reflect John Wood Community College courses.

Semester 1 (Fall)

*  Prerequisite courses

§  Courses from Blessing School of MLT

For additional information or an application, contact:

                        Heather Ator, MT(ASCP)SM
                        MLT Program Director
                        Blessing Hospital Laboratory
                        Broadway at 11^th St.
                        Quincy, IL  62301
                        (217) 223-8400 Ext. 6205
                        email: heather.ator@blessinghospital.com

Additional Links:

            John Wood Community College:  www.jwcc.edu