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Cape Fear Community College is launching a two-year Medical Laboratory Technology program to offer individuals the opportunity to train for careers as medical laboratory technicians.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what you need to know about the program and a career as a medical laboratory technician:<\/p>\n

What is the Medical Laboratory Technology program? <\/a>

A two-year, four-semester Associate in Applied Science degree program that trains individuals to become medical laboratory technicians who perform clinical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. <\/div>

Why is medical laboratory technician training important? <\/a>

Medical laboratory technicians are critical components to the healthcare team and provide patient-centered care. There is a national shortage of medical laboratory technicians, which has made this training even more critical. <\/div> <\/div> \n

Job Outlook and Earning Potential<\/h4>

What is the overall job outlook for a medical laboratory technician? <\/a>

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects <\/a> employment for medical laboratory technicians to grow by 11 percent through 2030. The Bureau estimates nearly 26,000 job openings for clinical laboratory technologists and technicians per year. <\/div>

What are the career opportunities for a medical laboratory technician? <\/a>

Medical laboratory technicians can find employment in laboratories in hospitals, medical offices, and research facilities. <\/div>

What is the earning potential for a medical laboratory technician? <\/a>

In 2020, the median pay for medical laboratory technicians and technologists <\/a> was $54,180 per year nationally. In Wilmington, North Carolina, the annual median wage is $52,155. <\/div>

How can people learn more about a career as a medical laboratory technician in North Carolina?<\/p>\n <\/a>

NCcareers.org <\/a> offers detailed occupation, job outlook, and location-specific data within North Carolina. <\/div> <\/div> \n

Program Specifics<\/h4>

How long is the Medical Laboratory Technology program? <\/a>

The program is a two-year, six-semester program. <\/div>

What do people learn in the Medical Laboratory Technology program? <\/a>

Specimen collection, laboratory testing and procedures, quality assurance and reporting, and recording and interpreting findings involving tissues, blood, and bodily fluids. Students will also receive hands-on training in a clinical setting. <\/div>

What kind of certification are individuals eligible for following the Medical Laboratory Technology program? <\/a>

Graduates can become certified through the American Society of Clinical Pathology accrediting agency. <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> \n

How to Get Started<\/h4>\n Apply today <\/a> or contact <\/a> a Health Sciences Enrollment Center representative to find out if this program is the right fit for you.<\/p>\n

The CFCC Health Sciences Enrollment Center <\/a> welcomes walk-ins and appointments Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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