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Saint Paul College Programs
Medical Laboratory Technician
Program Requirements
Medical Laboratory Technician AAS Degree*
| Course | Cr | |
|---|---|---|
| HLTH 1410 | Medical Terminology | 1 |
| MDLT 1400 | Orientation | 1 |
| MDLT 1410 | Laboratory Techniques | 3 |
| MDLT 1421 | Hematology 1 | 2 |
| MDLT 1422 | Hematology 2 | 4 |
| MDLT 1430 | Urinalysis/Body Fluids | 3 |
| MDLT 1441 | Clinical Chemistry 1 | 2 |
| MDLT 1442 | Clinical Chemistry 2 | 4 |
| MDLT 1446 | Phlebotomy | 1 |
| MDLT 1510 | Immunology | 2 |
| MDLT 2400 | Mycology/Parasitology | 2 |
| MDLT 2410 | Immunohematology | 3 |
| MDLT 2420 | Clinical Microbiology | 4 |
| MDLT 2430 | Clinical Practice Orientation | 1 |
| MDLT 2591 | Clinical Practice | 9 |
| MDLT 2593 | Comprehensive Examinations | 1 |
| Subtotal | 43 | |
| General Education Requirements | 29 | |
| (Select 29 credits of General Education according to the distribution listed below) | ||
| Total Program Credits | 72 |
| MDLT 1451 | Learning Lab 1 | 1 |
| MDLT 1452 | Learning Lab 2 | 1 |
| MDLT 1453 | Learning Lab 3 | 1 |
| MDLT 1454 | Learning Lab 4 | 1 |
| MDLT 2455 | Learning Lab 5 | 1 |
| MDLT 2456 | Learning Lab 6 | 1 |
* To apply to become an MLT major, student assessment scores must indicate readiness for ENGL 1711, or that student has completed the course, and readiness for CHEM 1711 or completion of course prerequisite.
| AAS Degree General Education - 29 Credits Students are required to complete ENGL 1711 and any SPCH course from Goal 1 (7 credits) |
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| Requirements* | Cr | |
| Goal 1: | Communication | 7 |
| ENGL 1711 Composition 1 (4 cr.) | ||
| SPCH XXXX (3 cr.) | ||
| Students are required to complete BIOL 1730, BIOL 1740, CHEM 1711 and CHEM 1712 from Goal 3 | 16 | |
| Goal 3: | Natural Sciences BIOL 1730 Human Body Systems (3 cr.) BIOL 1740 General Biology 1: The Living Cell (5 cr.) CHEM 1711 Chemistry 1 (4 cr.) CHEM 1712 Chemistry 2 (4 cr.) |
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| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 5 | 3 | |
| Goal 5: | History, Social Science, & Behavioral Sciences |
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| Select a minimum of 3 credits from Goal 6 | 3 | |
| Goal 6: | Humanities and Fine Arts PHIL 1720 Ethics (recommended) |
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| * Refer to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Course List for specific course options. | ||
Course Descriptions
HLTH 1410 Medical Terminology
Students recognize and build medical terms after learning the meaning of word parts. A computer lab may be utilized to review terminology and provide practice in word building. (Accuplacer Reading Score of 70 or above) 1C/0/1/0
MDLT 1400 Orientation
This course is designed to introduce students to the field of medical laboratory science and the role of the Medical Laboratory Technician in healthcare. The history of the medical laboratory science profession, and its scope of practice including lab practice areas and personnel will be discussed. In addition, the course will cover educational requirements, employment opportunities, certification, licensure, regulation and professional and patient codes of ethics. 1C/1/0/0
MDLT 1410 Laboratory Techniques
Basic skills and techniques will be explained and performed including basic instrumentation. Major topics covered are: Safety and Universal Precautions, Laboratory Glassware and Pipets, Microscopy, Balances and Weighing, Specimen collection and processing, Spectrophotometry, Metric/Chemistry Math and Solutions, and laboratory information systems. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1711 or concurrent enrollment) 3C/2/1/0
MDLT 1421 Hematology 1
This course covers basic hematology procedures involving manual methods of cell counting and hemoglobin analysis. Emphasis is placed on hematopoiesis theory, blood cell structure, identification, cell differentiation and other manual techniques. (Prerequisite(s): MDLT 1410) 2C/1/1/0
MDLT 1422 Hematology 2
This course is a continuation of Hematology 1 and includes instrumentation, cell differentiation, correlation of laboratory findings and quality control. Diseases, special hematology procedures, and stains are correlated. Coagulation theory and laboratory procedures are covered in the course. Students will employ a laboratory information system to order tests and report results. (Prerequisite(s): MDLT 1421) 4C/1/3/0
MDLT 1430 Urinalysis/Body Fluids
This course covers basic urinalysis procedures used in clinical laboratories in the examination of a patient’s urine. It includes theory in urine formation, renal physiology and the role of the kidney in health and disease. Urinalysis laboratory procedures are discussed, practiced and correlated with clinical conditions. Students will be introduced to the analysis of other body fluids used in clinical laboratory and will utilize an information system to order tests and report results. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1711 or concurrent enrollment and a grade of "C" or better in MDLT 1410.) 3C/2/1/0
MDLT 1441 Clinical Chemistry 1
This course covers the analysis of various chemical constituents of plasma, serum, urine and cerebrospinal fluid. The physiology, methodology and clinical significance of carbohydrate metabolism, non-protein nitrogen, bilirubin metabolism, renal function and liver function is addressed. Lab techniques, concepts of photometry, pipetting and safety will be reviewed and emphasized. Quality assurance, quality control procedures and manual laboratory techniques will be presented and practiced. Students will employ a laboratory information system to order tests and report results. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1711 or concurrent enrollment and MDLT 1410) 2C/1/1/0
MDLT 1442 Clinical Chemistry 2
This course covers the theory and clinical correlations of proteins, enzymes, electrolytes, lipids, acid/base balance, therapeutic drug monitoring, endocrinology, and toxicology. Students learn techniques of procedures, quality control, and normal values of chemical constituents analyzed. Concepts that are basic to the operation of automated laboratory instruments will be taught and automated instruments will be used. Students will employ a laboratory information system to order tests and report results. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1712 or concurrent enrollment and a grade of "C" or better in MDLT 1441 and HLTH 1410). 4C/1/3/0
MDLT 1446 Phlebotomy
This course provides beginning instruction in blood specimen collection skills and procedures. The course addresses safety, legal issues, customer service, the circulatory system, equipment, venipuncture, skin puncture and specimen transport/processing. Students will employ a laboratory information system to document specimen collection. (Prerequisite(s): MDLT 1410) 1C/0/1/0
MDLT 1451 Learning Lab 1
This course reinforces the basic skills required for gaining proficiency in performing medical laboratory techniques in hematology and basic skills. The student will participate in laboratory activities with more direct instructor contact. Students will be encouraged and recommended to enroll for more help during the laboratory sessions and review of current subject material. No new material will be introduced in this course. (Optional Elective) (Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in MDLT 1410 and MDLT 1421) 1C/0/1/0
MDLT 1452 Learning Lab 2
This course reinforces the basic skills required for gaining proficiency in performing medical laboratory techniques in clinical chemistry, urinalysis, and blood specimen collection. The student will be given the opportunity to perform a variety of laboratory techniques with direct instructor supervision. (Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in MDLT 1441, MDLT 1430, and MDLT 1446). 1C/0/1/0
MDLT 1453 Learning Lab 3
The course reinforces the basic skills required for gaining proficiency in performing medical laboratory techniques in hematology, immunology and phlebotomy. The student will participate in laboratory activities with more direct instructor contact. Students will be encouraged and recommended to enroll for more help during the laboratory sessions and review of current subject material. No new material will be introduced in this course. (Optional Elective) (Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in MDLT 1422 and MDLT 1510). 1C/0/1/0
MDLT 1454 Learning Lab 4
This course reinforces the basic skills required for attaining proficiency in performing medical laboratory techniques in phlebotomy and clinical chemistry. The student will be given the opportunity to perform a variety of laboratory techniques with direct instructor supervision. (Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in MDLT 1442). 1C/0/1/0
MDLT 1510 Immunology
Covers basic theory in immunology, non-specific immunity and serological procedures. The reactions of antibodies and antigens are studied and performed in the laboratory. Laboratory procedures are designed to instruct the student in basic serology procedures such as serial dilutions, the use of commercial kits and interpretation of results. Students will employ a laboratory information system to order tests and report results. (Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in MDLT 1410) 2C/1/1/0
MDLT 2400 Mycology/Parasitology
Covers parasites and fungi of medical importance. An emphasis is placed on identification of diagnostic stages and knowledge of specimen collection, handling, processing and identification techniques. Students will employ a laboratory information system to order tests and report results. (Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1740 or concurrent enrollment and a grade of "C" or better in MDLT 1410) 2C/1/1/0
MDLT 2410 Immunohematology
This course covers the introduction to both the theoretical and practical aspects of Immunohematology. Areas of study include a review of immunology concepts, blood group genetics, blood typing, blood group systems, antibody screening and identification, compatibility testing, donor selection, blood component preparation and usage and HDN. (Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in MDLT 1510) 3C/1/2/0
MDLT 2420 Clinical Microbiology
Covers the isolation and identification of clinically significant microorganisms. Emphasis is placed on specimen sources, growth characteristics, and techniques for identification, safety and quality assurance. (Prerequisites: BIOL 1740 and a grade of C or better in MDLT 1410). 4C/1/3/0
MDLT 2430 Clinical Practice Orientation
This course explains the clinical laboratory structure and the role of the MDLT student during the practicum phase of the program. Students review theoretical concepts and procedures of testing performed in various clinical laboratory departments. Clinical practice policies and expectations are addressed. (Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in all coursework required through the first year including summer term) 1C/1/0/0
MDLT 2455 Learning Lab 5
This course reinforces the basic skills required for attaining proficiency in performing medical laboratory procedures in phlebotomy and immunohematology. The student will be given the opportunity to perform a variety of laboratory techniques with direct instructor supervision. (Prerequisite(s): MDLT 1446 and MDLT 2410). 1C/0/1/0
MDLT 2456 Learning Lab 6
The course reinforces the basic skills for gaining proficiency in performing medical laboratory techniques in phlebotomy, microbiology, mycology, and parasitology. The student is encouraged and recommended to enroll for more help during the laboratory sessions and review of current subject material. No new material will be introduced in this course. (Prerequisite(s): MDLT 2420 and MDLT 2400 or concurrent enrollment). 1C/0/1/0
MDLT 2591 Clinical Practice
In this clinical laboratory course, the student works under supervision in a hospital/clinic laboratory. The experience allows the students to refine lab techniques and apply knowledge learned in the didactic phase in an employment-like setting that offers realistic experiences unavailable in student laboratory sessions. Additionally, students acquire non-technical attributes including, but not limited to, communication, critical thinking, multitasking and independent work skills. Students rotate through hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, microbiology, immunohematology, immunology and coagulation departments. In addition, students perform routine specimen collection and processing procedures. (Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in all MDLT program requirements) Variable 1-9 credits. 0/0/1-9
MDLT 2593 Comprehensive Examinations
Students will be evaluated by comprehensive examinations on their knowledge of theory and practical applications to assist them in their preparation for national certification examinations. Evaluation is exercised in all department areas of the clinical laboratory. (Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in all required courses in the Medical Laboratory AAS degree including general education courses and clinical practice). 1C/0/1/0
