The Clinical Laboratory Technology (CLT) program prepares individuals for rewarding professional careers that combine medicine and science. Students learn to perform diagnostic analyses using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment, interpret test results, and consult with physicians in determining and monitoring necessary treatment for patients. The program integrates general education and professional courses with hands-on experiences in a variety of clinical lab settings. Didactic education is combined with on-campus labs to prepare students with the technical skills needed to work in the following laboratory departments: hematology, microbiology, chemistry, blood bank, immunology, microscopy and phlebotomy. Upon completion of the associate degree, students are eligible to sit for a national certification exam offered by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
The CLA Program promotes professional behaviors, critical thinking skills, and competencies consistent with the clinical laboratory profession, which are essential for a career in the clinical laboratory and the healthcare industry.
The Clinical Laboratory Technology program is accredited by:
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)
5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720
Rosemont, IL 60018
Phone: 773-714-8880
naacls.org
1. Proof of a High School diploma or High School equivalency
2. Successful completion with a grade of C or better within 10 years:
- BIO 110 or BIO 113 or equivalent transfer credit
- CHM 101 or CHM 112 or a grade of C or better in one year of high school chemistry if graduated in the past five years.
- Algebra: MTH 098 or MTH 099, or satisfaction of other placement criteria.
- Geometry: MTH 097 or satisfaction of other placement criteria.
- Complete and submit your health professions application by March 15, the annual application deadline for the following fall admission.
- Met with academic advisor
- Attend a mandatory CLT AAS Degree Program information session online by March 15, the annual application deadline for the following fall admission.
- Please note: You must be 18 or older to sit for the National American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Certification Examination.
General education courses required for degree completion (may be taken before the program enrollment) must be completed with a C or better; math and science courses must be completed within 10 years
Course List
| Course |
Title |
Credits |
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| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 102 | English Composition II | 3 |
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| BIO 240 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 5 |
| or BIO 245 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
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| BIO 265 | Microbiology | 4 |
| BIO 113 | Molecular & Cellular Biology (or ) | 4 |
| or CHM 170 | Elementary Organic Chemistry |
| CHM 142 | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| MTH 112 | College Algebra | 4 |
- RDG 091 or LTC 099 or equivalent
- A = 9 pts, B = 6 pts, C = 3 pts
- Proof of HS diploma or HS equivalency (10 points)
- Attended CLA Information session (10 points)
- Met with academic advisor (10 points)
Admission to the program is selective. For more information, please see the admission requirements.
March 15th is the annual application deadline for the following fall admission.
Students must complete all required courses with grades of C or better to be eligible to sit for the medical laboratory technician or clinical lab assistant certification exam offered by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Prior credits in biology, chemistry, or mathematics must have been earned within the last 10 years. Students must provide their own uniform and transportation to and from all clinical sites.
Students who complete the clinical laboratory assistant certificate and who continue in the CLT program will receive credit for CLT 100 Intro to Clinical Lab Technology and CLT 120 Clinical Lab Technology Practicum I.
Students applying to health professions programs must complete a background check and drug screen in order to be part of the health professions program. Students must complete these requirements in order to complete required clinical training (internships). Students demonstrating a positive background check or drug screen will be denied admission to any health professions program.
Health professions students will be required to update their drug test, TB test, and flu vaccination on an annual basis. Some clinical affiliates also require a repeat background check. Students demonstrating a positive drug test will be dismissed from the health professions division.
These standards, policies, and procedures of the clinical laboratory technology program are published in the clinical laboratory technology student handbook.
All CLT courses numbered 100 and above may be applied to the major field and elective requirement in the Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees.
CLT 100 Intro to Clinical Lab Technology (2.5)(2,1)
This introductory course will familiarize the student with the professional responsibilities of the clinical laboratory technician. Units on medical terminology, laboratory safety, infection control, use of diagnostic equipment, and quality control will be covered. Students develop basic phlebotomy skills in preparation for CLT 120. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 ME) Pass/No Credit Not Available
Clinical Laboratory Technology Program
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 105 Clinical Lab Assistant Skills I (2)(1,2)
The Clinical Laboratory Assistant is an important member of the clinical laboratory team. CLAs are responsible for specimen collection and processing, reagent preparation, instrument maintenance, and performance of basic laboratory tests. Units on medical terminology, laboratory safety, infection control, use of diagnostic equipment, quality control, customer service skills, and laboratory information systems will be covered. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 ME) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 106 Clinical Lab Assistant Skills II (3)(2,2)
This course builds on the skills learned in CLT 105. Students will perform basic laboratory procedures in urinalysis, hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and immunology. Students who successfully complete CLT 105 and CLT 106 will be granted credit for CLT 100 in the Clinical Laboratory Technician program. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 ME) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 110 Clinical Microscopy (3)(2,2)
Students will learn basic microscopy techniques used in performing body fluid analyses. Anatomy and physiology of the urinary system, renal disease states, diagnostic test principles and procedures, and clinical correlation of lab results will be covered. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 EST) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 112 Clinical Hematology (3.5)(2,3)
Students will learn basic lab techniques used in performing hematology/hemostasis analyses. Hematopoiesis, hematologic disorders, diagnostic test principles and procedures, instrumentation, and clinical correlation of lab results will be covered. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 EST) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 114 Clinical Immunology (2.5)(2,1)
Students will learn basic lab techniques used in performing serologic analyses. The immune system, the immune response in health and disease, diagnostic test principles and procedures, and clinical correlation of lab results will be covered. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 EST) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 120 Clinical Lab Technology Practicum I (.5)(0,1.5)
Practicum I will provide the student with supervised clinical experience in a phlebotomy setting. Students who have completed CLT 101 and earn 1.5 credits of CLT 120 are eligible to take a national certification exam for phlebotomy technicians. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 EST) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 210 Clinical Chemistry (3.5)(2,3)
Students will learn basic lab techniques used in performing biochemical analyses. Units on carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, enzymes, hormones, electrolytes, and toxicology will include diagnostic test principles and procedures, instrumentation, and clinical correlation of lab results. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 EST) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 212 Clinical Microbiology (3.5)(2,3)
Students will learn sterile techniques used to isolate and identify microorganisms. Antibiotic susceptibility testing and clinical correlation of lab results will be covered. Supplemental units on parasitology, mycology, and virology will be introduced. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 EST) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 214 Clinical Immunohematology (3)(2,2)
Students will learn basic lab techniques used in blood typing, compatibility testing, and antibody identification. Other functions of the blood bank including donor blood collection, screening, and component processing will be covered. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 EST) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 220 Clinical Lab Technology Practicum II (5)(0,15)
Practicum II will provide the student with supervised experience in a clinical laboratory. Student rotations will be scheduled in hematology and chemistry departments. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (EIST) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 222 Clinical Lab Technology Pract III (5)(0,15)
Practicum III will provide the student with additional supervised experience in a clinical laboratory. Student rotations will be scheduled in immunology, microbiology, and blood bank departments. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 EST) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7 fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
CLT 230 Clinical Lab Technology Conference (1)(1,0)
This capstone course will cover management and education topics related to clinical laboratory science. Students will prepare resumes, design and operate a mock laboratory, and review for certification exams. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 EST) Pass/No Credit Not Available
SPECIAL NOTE:Students enrolled in this program are required to have the following: 1) criminal background check, 2) drug test, 3) lab tests to prove immunity to common illnesses, 4) TB test, 5) health insurance, 6) uniform, 7) fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Explore the Clinical Laboratory Technology Program and come to an information session .
