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2024-2025 College Catalog

Medical Laboratory Technology, AAS


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Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)* is that branch of medical science employing chemistry, physics, and biology in the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of diseases. This program encourages men and women with an interest in science and a commitment to service to investigate this many-faceted career field.


NPC Honors Program: The NPC Honors Program is accepting applications. Learn more about the NPC Honors Program.

*The curriculum prepares you for licensure/certification in Arkansas.

General Education Core - 31 Credit Hours


69 Credit Hours


All courses required for the A.S. in Medical Laboratory at NPC are accepted in transfer at selected institutions. Students to whom transfer is important should get assurances in writing in advance from the institution to which they wish to transfer.

Purpose of AAS Degree


The Associate of Applied Science Degree is designed for employment purposes, and it should not be assumed that the degree or the courses in the degree can be transferred to another institution. While some institutions do accept some courses in AAS Programs, the general rule is that courses in AAS degrees are not accepted in transfer toward bachelor’s degrees. Students to whom transfer is important should get assurances in writing in advance from the institution to which they wish to transfer.

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