SUCCESS IS


MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS

About Our Program

Thank you for visiting the Amarillo College Medical Laboratory Technology program web site. Our program is a 22 month, 5 semester program, at the end of which graduates earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, and are eligible for certification.

Students in the program participate in practicums, or hands-on training, in clinical laboratories within the city of Amarillo and in other towns and cities throughout the Texas panhandle. Due to the limited number of clinical sites, the maximum enrollment in our program cannot exceed 20 students per year. Students are required to successfully complete their classroom instruction and practicum prior to graduation.

Each new class begins once a year at the beginning of the Fall semester. Twenty students are accepted according to the criteria stated elsewhere on this site (See How to Apply to Our Program). Applications are accepted beginning Sept 1st of each year, however, students are encouraged to submit their applications early, in order to ensure consideration for admission in the class beginning the following year.

Accreditation

The Medical Laboratory Technology program at Amarillo College is fully accredited by:

The National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
5600 N. River Road, Suite 720
Rosemont, IL 60018-5119
(847) 939-3597 or (773) 714-8880

Our Mission and Goals

 "The Medical Laboratory Technology program at Amarillo College is dedicated to providing students with the academic knowledge, the technical training, and the professional skills to enable them to serve as vital members of the healthcare team, within the framework of the Medical Laboratory Technician, in order to enhance the quality of life for individuals in and beyond our service area."

Graduate Competencies and Expectations

Upon successful completion of the Medical Laboratory Technology program at Amarillo College, and initial employment, graduates of this program should be able to demonstrate entry level competence in the following areas of professional practice...

Program Advisory Board

See a list of the individuals who voluntarily support our program though membership on our Advisory Board.

Clinical Affiliates

Here is a current list of the clinical facilities that assist our students in acquiring the hands-on skills necessary for the Medical Laboratory Technician.

Student Success and Program Outcomes

Graduation Rates, Certification Pass Rates, and Employment Rates for our program.

 

Selection Criteria and Acceptance Into the Program

Learn more about the criteria for student selection for the program, including our points system, applicant ranking, notification of admission and orientation.