Medical Laboratory Assistant
Collect, prepare, and transport patient specimens, and perform various testing on blood, urine, and other bodily fluids. Watch our program sneak peek below!
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- Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
- Grasp the importance of customer service, communication skills and professionalism
- Demonstrate knowledge of laboratory testing in various laboratory departments
- Understand responsibilities of patient care and safety related to preparation and collection complications
- Maintain solution-oriented conversations, manage conflicts,,and build self-confidence
- Recognize the importance of infection control and safety compliance with diagnostic testing
- Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional .
Enrollment Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*
- Expert-led video based training
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
- eBook: Phlebotomy Worktext and Procedures Manual
- Textbook: Clinical Laboratory Science
STUDENT SERVICES
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program extended access to Career Center & Career Coaches
CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS
- CMLA: 120 hours of documented, approved clinical laboratory experience
- CPT: 30 venipuncture and 10 capillary sticks
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials. *The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
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Entry Level
$30,491 – $40,560
Estimated Salary
$22,000 – $36,000
Estimated Salary
$27,718 – $33,202
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Disclaimers
- The Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA) certification is recognized in all 50 states. The job duties of a Medical Lab Assistant may include drawing blood. Individuals who intend to work in the states of California or Washington should be aware that this program is not approved to prepare students to draw blood.
- The job duties of a Medical Lab Assistant may include drawing blood. Individuals who intend to work in the states of California or Washington should be aware that this program is not approved to prepare students to draw blood.
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
FAQs: Medical Laboratory Assistant Online Certification Training
A medical laboratory assistant is a healthcare professional who collects and prepares patient samples like blood and tissue for analysis. They often interact directly with patients, especially during sensitive times and work in various settings, including hospitals, clinics and research labs. Additionally, they may specialize in fields like hematology, immunology or microbiology, among others.
The employment of clinical laboratory technologists assistants is expected to grow by 5 percent from 2022 to 2032, which is faster than the average for all jobs. Annually, about 24,000 job openings are projected over this period, largely due to workforce turnover and retirements.
The average starting salary for medical laboratory assistants is $33,297. Salaries can vary based on location, experience and the specific setting in which they work.
To become a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you need a high school diploma or equivalent and specialized training through an institution such as MedCerts. Then, you’ll be prepared to take and pass the CMLA and CPT certification exams you’ll need to start your career as a medical laboratory assistant.
In the Medical Laboratory Assistant program, you’ll learn:
- Knowledge of Laboratory Testing in Various Laboratory Departments
- Responsibilities of Patient Care and Safety Related to Preparation and Collection Complications
- The Importance of Infection Control and Safety Compliance with Diagnostic Testing
To enroll in the Medical Laboratory Assistant program, you’ll need a high school diploma or GED, a web browser with internet connection and course registration & payment.
The cost of the program is $4,000. The cost includes all of your materials and certification exam fees for the CMLA and CPT examinations.
MedCerts offers various payment options for the Medical Laboratory Assistant program, including monthly payments as low as $346 or the option to utilize government grant funding.
While MedCerts does not offer financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs like:
This course is 16 weeks long if completing 15-20 hrs of coursework per week.
MedCerts’ certification programs are fully online and designed for remote learning, allowing students to progress at their own pace. The instructional design incorporates interactive elements, simulations and expert instruction.
Required courses for the Medical Laboratory Assistant program include Professionalism in Allied Health, Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, Phlebotomy and Medical Lab Assisting.
MedCerts includes exam fees and preparation materials in the program cost. The courses are designed to prepare students to take and pass the CMLA and CPT exams. Additionally, MedCerts students are provided access to a Student Success Advisor team, Subject Matter Experts and Career Coaches to assist with exam prep.
The program includes expert-led video training, eBooks and competency assessments. MedCerts-covered materials also include exam fee coverage. Students get access to additional services like dedicated advisors and tailored support as well.
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certifications you’ll earn in this program are accredited through the exam-issuing authorities, the American Medical Technologists and the National Healthcareer Association. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.
Upon completion of this program, MedCerts graduates are eligible to take the Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA) exam and will earn provisional certification upon passing. Once employed as a Lab Assistant, graduates will need to gain the 120 hours of documented, approved clinical laboratory experience to earn full certification. Students wishing to sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam will be required to complete a minimum of 30 venipunctures AND 10 capillary sticks on a live person, which must be completed within 90 days of passing the CPT exam. Certifications are issued once the exam(s) have been passed and clinical requirements are met. Students are responsible for locating and securing a site to fulfill the clinical requirements of the program. MedCerts does not guarantee or provide clinical sites for students, but resources are available for students to use in their search.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
