Medical Laboratory Technology, AAS (151)

The Associate of Applied Sciences Degree program in Medical Laboratory Technology is designed to prepare students to master entry level knowledge of Medical Laboratory Technology. The program combines the use of sophisticated instruments and techniques with the application of theoretical knowledge to perform complex procedures on tissue specimens, blood specimens, and other body fluids. The tests and procedures that Medical Laboratory Technologists perform provide critical information enabling physicians to diagnose, treat, and monitor a patient’s condition.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT: Acceptance into the AAS Medial Laboratory Technology program is selective and competitive. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance into the AAS program. Deadline for submitting completed applications is May 1 for the upcoming academic year. Applicants are responsible for making certain that the following have been submitted to the Medical Technology Program Director:

1. Official transcripts from all colleges attended (transcripts from LFCC and other Virginia Community Colleges are not required);
2. Must have applied to Lord Fairfax Community College;
3. Official transcript showing completion of a high school diploma or records showing completion of GED with scores, and;
4. A current Medical Laboratory Technology application form.

Early admission is encouraged for advising purposes. Applicants will be notified of their program admission status in June.

ADDITIONAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

1. One unit of high school Biology or college equivalents (BIO 101 ; CHM 101 )
2. LFCC placements tests (if required) and completion of any developmental work that may be identified by the placement test.
   • Applicants must receive an ENG 111  placement test recommendation or have successfully completed all developmental English requirements.
   • Applicants who do not demonstrate proficiency on the placement test in the following mathematical units will be required to complete developmental courses or their credit equivalent: MTE 1 -MTE 9 .
3. A GPA of 2.5 or higher based on the twelve most recent college credits completed by the end of fall semester, prior to submitting an MLT application. A GPA lower than 2.5 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
4. Completion of the pre-requisite courses, or equivalent, noted in the course curriculum. Students who are currently enrolled in the prerequisites may apply; acceptance into the program will be contingent upon passing the courses with a “C” or 70% or better, prior to beginning the MLT program curriculum.
5. Meet certain computer competencies prior to entering the MLT program. Applicants are required to review and sign “Essential Computer Competency Checklist.”
6. Two completed reference forms - one personal and one professional reference - must be included in the application packet.
7. Successful completion of all the required 62 credits with a minimum grade of “C” or 70% in all general education and a “C” or 75% in all MDL Medical Laboratory Technology courses is required for the AAS.