Program Accreditation
The Columbus State Community College MLT program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science, (8410 West Bryn Mawr Ave./Suite 670, Chicago, IL 60631, 7773.714.880.) If you desire additional information please contact: Sandra Arrighi, 614-287-2518 or sarrighi@cscc.edu or (1-800-621-6407 if calling long distance).
Welcome
Medical laboratory technicians play an important role in the practice of modern medicine. They perform diagnostic procedures in the health care setting, such as chemical analysis of body fluids, classification of blood cells, identification of disease producing microorganisms, and the selection of compatible donor blood for transfusion. The Medical Laboratory Technology Associate Degree program is designed to prepare graduates to perform laboratory procedures in a variety of settings. Career and employment opportunities include hospitals, research and reference laboratories, public health and veterinary facilities, and environmental and quality assurance laboratories.