Stacey Rohrbaugh, Program Director
Allied Health 249
301-784-5547
https://allegany.edu/medical-laboratory-technology/index.html
This certificate program provides MLT graduates or Baccalaureate degree science graduates
the opportunity to retrain in new biotechnology techniques. Certificate completion
will increase employment marketability by diversifying scientific skills to include
genetic and environmental testing.
The Medical Laboratory Technology program at Allegany College of Maryland has been
designated as a Health Manpower Shortage Program. The Maryland State Department of
Health and Mental Hygiene has determined certain health occupations in the state to
be in short supply. The Maryland Higher Education Commission has designated educational
programs that correspond to these health occupations to be eligible for the Health
Manpower Shortage Program. Maryland residents from counties other than Allegany County
who register in this eligible program will be charged the out-of-county tuition rate.
However, these students may be eligible to receive reimbursement for a portion of
the cost difference between the in-county and out-of-county tuition rates. Funding
availability for this program is based on funding from the State of Maryland and is
thus subject to change each semester. Some restrictions apply. More information can
be obtained by contacting the Admissions Office.
Successful completion of this program qualifies a student to apply for a Certificate
in Biotechnology.
| This program is NOT eligible for Student Financial Aid. |
Required MLT Courses
| MLT-104 | Applied Immunology |
| MLT-206 | Biotechnology |
| MLT-220 |
Biotechnology Internship |
*MLT-220 - This course is not required but is offered to give the student the option for biotechnology work related experience.
Required General Courses
| BIO-220 | Essentials of Cell Biology and Genetics |
Required Elective Courses
Please consult with your advisor or the Advising Center staff for selecting appropriate elective courses for graduation.
Biological Science Elective - 3 credits
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY –
BIOTECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE
ONE-YEAR CAREER PROGRAM
PREPARATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
| FIRST SEMESTER | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Biological Science Elective 1 | 3 |
| Medical Laboratory Technology 206 (Biotechnology) | 4 |
| Total: | 7 |
| SECOND SEMESTER | |
| Biological Science 220 Essentials of Cell Biology and Genetics) | 4 |
| Medical Laboratory Technology 104 (Applied Immunology) | 3 |
| Total: | 7 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14 |
| OPTIONAL SUMMER SESSION (following second semester) | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Medical Laboratory Technology 220 (Biotechnology Internship) | 11 |
| (This course is not required but is offered to give the student the option for biotechnology work related experience.) | |
| Total: | 11 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 11 |
1 Environmental Science Elective is highly recommended.
NOTE: All courses specifically identified by course number are graduation requirements for this program.
