CERTIFIED LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

(CLT)

Certified Laboratory Technicians collect fluid and tissue samples, analyze the composition and content of blood, urine and other fluids stain and examine cell tissue, identify disease-carrying organisms and diseased or damaged cells, record test results. They may also maintain records of lab tests and set-up, calibrate and maintain lab equipment.

EDUCATION REQUIRED

You must be a high school graduate or equivalent and earn a clinical lab technician or medical lab technician associate’s degree.

PROGRAM LENGTH

2 Years

PLACES OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Hospitals

  • Medical laboratories

  • Physician offices

SALARY RANGE

CHAD

certified laboratory technician

For more information on this program, visit the Education page

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