Associate of Applied Science
in Medical Laboratory Technician

Why Choose Medical Laboratory Technician at YSU

Standards of Excellence NAACLS Accredited

100% Job Placement within 6 Months of Graduation

Flexible Learning Options: Available Online and In-Person

Program Overview

Youngstown State’s on-campus AAS in Medical Laboratory Technician prepares you to perform critical lab tests that help diagnose and treat patients. You’ll learn from expert faculty through hands-on lab work, classroom instruction, and real-world clinical experiences.

Program Highlights:

  • 2-year degree with classroom, lab, and clinical training
  • Prepares you for MLT (ASCP) certification
  • In-demand careers in hospitals, labs, clinics, and biotech firms
  • Fast-track entry into the healthcare field
 

Get career-ready in just two years and make a difference behind the scenes in patient care.

Career Opportunities

Medical Laboratory Technicians are essential members of the healthcare team, often working behind the scenes to provide accurate test results that impact patient care. Graduates may pursue careers in:

 

  • Hospital laboratories
  • Diagnostic and reference laboratories
  • Physician offices and clinics
  • Public health laboratories
  • Research facilities
  • Biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies

 

Advance Your Education

 

After completing your AAS in Medical Laboratory Technician, you can continue your education at YSU through our Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Advanced Placement program. Designed for certified MLTs who already hold an associate degree, this pathway provides a seamless transition to a bachelor’s degree and enhanced career opportunities in laboratory science.

This Program Offered in:
[ 📍 Youngstown ]

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Speak to a Faculty Member

Farhana Mueez M.D., M.H.A., MLS(ASCP)cm

Program Director


fmueez@ysu.edu

Scholarships Available

Each year, thousands of dollars in scholarships are awarded to students enrolled in the Bitonte College of Health and Human Services (BCHHS). Scholarships come from a variety of sources, vary in amount, and are available to both incoming and current BCHHS students. Below, you will find further information regarding the opportunities that may be available to you through the college.