Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) is one of the several professions listed under the health science (HS) group. This profession is not well known among the general public because many of the tasks performed are done behind the scene, unlike the Nurses and Medical Assistant profession. Medical Laboratory Technologist is the backbone of the medical laboratory service as the MLT’s are involved at all levels of the laboratory services from the pre-clinical, clinical right up to the post clinical stage. Medical Laboratory Technologist is an HS professional who is involved in the process of diagnosing for treatment, rehabilitation and prevention through clinical laboratory tests.

Requirements

The university is open to all students who fulfill the following requirements:

• Copy and original of Secondary, University Certificates and Transcripts
• Birth certificate
• Certificate of good conduct
• Application Letter
• Admission fee $
• Passport sized photos
• File
• Pass entry exams.

Coursework and assessment

Assessment is by taught examinations, coursework, assignments, group assessment and presentations.

Career opportunities

Graduates may find employment in Government Hospitals, Private Laboratories, Reference Laboratories, Research Assistant Technical Service of Medical Supplier and Manufacturers, Product Development and Pharmaceutical companies.

Diploma in Diploma in Medical Laboratory

Duration: 4 Semesters

Course Units: 22

Course Structure