For more information, visit the Dallas College Medical Lab webpage and your success coach at your campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Medical Laboratory Technology. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Medical Laboratory Technology. To apply to the Medical Laboratory Technology program, an applicant must meet the conditions of one of the listed Application Eligibility categories. Detailed information is in the application packet. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
The Medical Laboratory Technology program is a two-year A.A.S. degree program with a competitive admissions process. This program prepares you to perform tests and related duties in a medical laboratory. The program is a balanced curriculum of science, liberal arts, and technical courses including didactic and clinical education. Upon completion of the program, you will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science Degree and are qualified to take the Board of Certification for the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP). Courses that complete the Degree are noted below.
Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select "Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.
Catalog Year 2024-2025 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
A minimum grade of “C" is required in all courses.
COMPLETE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Completion of six Health Professions Readiness courses that satisfy the Health Professions Readiness I & II Skills Achievement Awards.
- Two years employment as a healthcare worker within a medical related laboratory AND Direct patient care experience within the last 5 years
- Current credential in a healthcare profession (e.g., RN, Medical Assisting, Radiography, Paramedic, LVN, etc.)
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER 1 (Fall)
Prerequisite Semesters 1 and 2 can be modified for part-time enrollment. Once you are admitted to the program, you must enroll as outlined in Program Semesters 1-4.
BIOL 2401 – Anatomy and Physiology I This is a Core course. To register you must complete BIOL 1406 with a grade of “C" or better.
MATH 1314 – College Algebra This is a Core course.
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 13
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER 2 (Spring)
BIOL 2402 – Anatomy and Physiology II This is a Core course.
PSYC 2301 – General Psychology This is a Core course.
CHEM 1411 – General Chemistry I This is a Core course.
BIOL 2420 – Microbiology for Non-Science Majors This is a Core course.
PREREQUISITE SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to file an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
- Meet with the clinical coordinator regarding placement for the Practicum course.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 1 (Mayterm/Summer)
MLAB 1335 – Immunology/Serology
MLAB 1167 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
MLAB 1211 – Urinalysis and Body Fluids
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
Meet with the clinical coordinator regarding placement for the Clinical course.
Total Hours: 6
SEMESTER 2 (Fall)
MLAB 1227 – Coagulation
MLAB 1415 – Hematology
MLAB 2401 – Clinical Chemistry
MLAB 2266 – Practicum (or Field Experience)-Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit, confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
Meet with the clinical coordinator regarding placement for the Clinical course.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 3 (Spring)
MLAB 2534 – Clinical Microbiology
MLAB 2431 – Immunohematology
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See the Health Occupations Admissions Office for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with the clinical coordinator regarding placement for the Clinical course.
Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search, if needed.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 4 (Summer)
MLAB 2267 – Practicum (or Field Experience) – Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet the Health Occupations Admissions Office to apply for the Medical Laboratory Technology A.A.S.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 2
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS