Med Lab Tech Related Links

Below are a list of related links pertaining to the Medical Laboratory Technician field:

http://www.ascp.org/
The American Association of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) is one of the main organizations that provides a national certification exam for program graduates. Students can jointhis professional organization while still in school.

http://www.ascls.org/
The American Society of Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) is the other major organization that provides a national certification exam for program graduates. Students can also join this professional organization while still in school.

http://www.iacls.org/
When students join the ASCLS, they automatically become members of the Iowa Association of Clinical Laboratory Science (IACLS). IACLS supports clinical laboratory scientists and technicians, as well as educational program in the state of Iowa.

http://www.bloodonor.org/
The Blood Center of Central Iowa provides information on donating, testing and receiving blood products. Students are encouraged to reference this site during the Immunohematology course.

http://www.advanceformlp.com/
ADVANCE magazine for Medical Laboratory Professionals is a type of online newspaper. It contains laboratoryrelated articles, continuing education opportunities, and CLASSIFIED ADS from all over the country.

http://www.naacls.org/
The National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences is the organization that accredits our program. This essentially means that once a student completes the MLT program, he or she can take the national certification exams.