Clinical Lab Assistant
Clinical Lab Assistant
13 Credit Hours | Technical Certificate
Program Length
13 Credit Hours
One Semester
Credentials
Technical Certificate
Cost/Tuition*
Total Estimated Cost: $1,843
(subject to change without notice)
Location
Financial Aid/Funding
Financial Aid/Funding is available
Program Overview
What You Will Learn
- Perform routine medical laboratory tests to support the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease
- Work under the supervision of a medical technologist in a clinical lab setting
- Develop competency in: Cognitive skills – understanding lab procedures and concepts, Psychomotor skills – performing hands-on laboratory techniques, Affective skills – demonstrating professionalism and ethical behavior
- Participate in a flexible open-entry/closed-exit program format, allowing for personalized pacing and scheduling
Career Outcomes
Entry-Level Wage: $17.93, Median Wage: $21.75
122 Monthly Openings
Occupational Data, 2024, Salt Lake County, Lightcast Economic Modeling
Occupations
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
Certification Included
Technical Certificate
Certification Information
Certificates Earned within the Program
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR
American Heart Association First Aid
Certificates for which Students May Prepare for upon Program Completion
American Medical Technologists:Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)
(Additional fees and experience may apply)
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition: $1,843
Student Fees: $117
Lab Fees: $145
Books/Supplies: $411 - Books required for the first day in the healthcare classroom – ask your advisor when this will happen
Application is free!
Available through PELL grant
Please contact SLCC Veterans Services for VA Educational Benefits
Apply for FundingRequired Courses
13 Credit Hours
TEMA 1080
Medical Terminology
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: All
TECL 1010
Intro to Healthcare
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: All
TECL 1020
Admin Healthcare Procedures
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: All
TECL 1030
Basic Healthcare Procedures
Credit Hours: 2
Semester: All
TECL 1040
Clinical Lab Procedures I
Credit Hours: 4
Semester: All
TEMA 1410
Workplace Readiness
Credit Hours: 1
Semester: All
Top 6 things to know before you apply
- Understand the Program Requirements
- Align Career Goals
- Explore Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Funding
- Program Duration and Schedule
- Teaching Mode
- Academic Readiness
How To Apply
Apply for Admissions
Complete your admissions application. Once you receive your student number (S#), proceed to Step 2.
Meet with Your Academic Advisor
Schedule an appointment (in-person, phone, or video call):
801-957-4978
academicadvising@elco.edu
Schedule Online