Welcome to Hibbing Community College s Online MLT Program!

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1 Welcome to Hibbing Community College s MLT! Looking to move up the laboratory career ladder? Can t afford to quit your job or relocate to go back to school full-time? Hibbing Community College s Medical may be just what you are looking for! Description The Medical Option offers individuals who are currently employed in a clinical laboratory the opportunity to move up the laboratory career ladder without having to quit their jobs or relocate and go back to school full-time. Attending part-time, students earn an Associates of Applied Science degree that allows them to sit for national certification exams. Medical The didactic (lecture) component of this program will be delivered online by experienced Hibbing Community College faculty. The laboratory component of each course is completed with the help of a designated mentor or facilitator where you are employed or at another approved clinical site. The mentor/facilitator works with you on assigned laboratory exercises and serves as a proctor for written examinations. A detailed list of laboratory expectations is provided with each course. (These laboratory competencies can be reviewed by your mentor in advance by contacting the course instructor). At the end of the course, your mentor signs off on these labs, including comments on your performance.

2 Mission Statement/Goals Hibbing Community College Medical program is a NAACLS accredited program committed to improving the quality of care as an integral component of the health care team. With the collaboration of our clinical affiliates, MLT graduates will adhere to the highest ethical and safety standards expected of health care professionals, provide high quality, reliable patient laboratory results, and maintain exceptional levels of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism. Working collectively and collaboratively exhibiting skills in leadership, perseverance, and integrity, Identifying, collecting, and processing patient specimens in accordance with current HIPAA laws and regulations. Adhering to and practicing all clinical safety guidelines to include chemical, biological, and safety as it relates to patient laboratory testing Demonstrating identification and understanding of basic red cell and white cell development stages and morphologies and relating findings to hematologically normal as well as diseased states Demonstrating a basic understanding of urinalysis and body fluids in chemistries and microscopic findings relating to healthy and diseased states Demonstrating a basic understanding of microbiology, and mycology in identification methodologies and findings in normal as well as disease states Possessing foundational knowledge of blood banking to include blood typing, antibody identification, transfusion services, neonatal workups, component therapy, and administration Working concept of the bodies chemistries, systems, and markers including acid/base balance, proteins, enzymes, therapeutic drug monitoring, toxicology and instrumentation Demonstrating professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills with patients, laboratory personnel, other health care professionals, and with the public. Persevering in becoming life-long learners, exemplifying critical thinking skills and a desire for personal engagement Medical Mission/Goals MLT Competencies Accreditation Completion: Upon graduation from Hibbing Community College and initial employment, the medical laboratory technician will be eligible to take the ASCP Board of Registry Exam. Degree confirmation is not contingent upon the passage of the Board of Registry. Accreditation The Medical Technology program at Hibbing Community College is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Sciences (NAACLS) 5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720 Rosemont, IL

3 Essential Functions The following Essential Functions are intended to identify technical standards needed in the Medical curriculum and are representative of the standards expected in industry. The college will make all reasonable accommodations required by law to enable otherwise qualified individuals to participate in this program. If you have questions about these Essential Functions or reasonable accommodations, please contact the Disability Coordinator at TTY ability to see and discern colors. ability to understand and follow instruction from spoken material. ability to follow written directions and procedures. ability to sit, bend, reach, push, pull, and lift up to 15 lb. ability to demonstrate manual dexterity sufficient to calibrate, adjust and operate precision laboratory instruments such as microscopes, automated chemistry/cell analyzers and computers. Medical Essential Functions Admission Criteria Admissions Criteria Hibbing Community College is an open enrollment campus, which means any student with a high school diploma or GED will be accepted. Students who do not meet the above requirements may still be accepted after taking the ability to benefit exam. *To be accepted into the online MLT, you must be currently employed in an accredited (JACHO/CAP/COLA/CLIA) laboratory that can provide a multidisciplinary laboratory experience and you must have an available lab department to include microbiology and immunohematology (blood bank). Prior to your acceptance into the MLT, your employer must sign a Statement of Support. Your application will not be approved until this Statement of Support is reviewed by the MLT Director. Applications to the MLT will be accepted on a firstqualified, first-admitted (based on the date of your completed application) until the class limit has been reached. You can begin the in any semester providing the maximum student enrollment (25 students) has not been reached. When applicant numbers exceed program capacity, applicants are placed on a wait-list based on date of receipt of a completed application by the Admissions Office. If an applicant is not successful in gaining acceptance into the program, the applicant may request that his/her application be reconsidered for the following semester. There is no additional cost for this request. Working closely with an academic advisor, students may be able to fulfill some of their general education program requirements while waiting for an opening in the program.

4 Frequently Asked Questions Is the program accredited? Yes, the program is fully accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Sciences; 5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720, Rosemont, IL Do you accept students from outside Minnesota? Yes. Students in Hibbing Community College s MLT come from all across the country. Medical Frequently Asked Questions Can international students apply? Yes, if you meet the application requirements. But this has proved to be very difficult. You must perform your laboratory competencies in a clinical laboratory that is accredited by U.S. standards JCHAO, CAP, COLA, or CLIA. For more information about International Applications, contact our Admissions Department. How long does it take to complete the program? The program is sequenced into cohorts and can be completed in 3 years. The MLT program takes 3 years because, taking into account your very busy lives, you take an average of 6 8 credits per semester rather than the credits of a full-time load. 6-8 credits each semester will keep you more than busy! I understand that all of the MLT program courses are online. What about the general education and support courses? All of the course requirements for the A.A.S degree are offered online. Do I ever have to come to campus? No, but we encourage you to come and celebrate your graduation during our commencement exercises! What about tests? Won t I have to go to campus to take tests? No. Some courses may require that tests or other assignments be proctored at a location convenient to you. Information about test proctoring and acceptable test sites can be found at: I have an unpredictable work schedule. Will I have to be online at a specific time and day? No. All communication within the online courses is asynchronous, that is, by message centers and . Students can log on and participate when it is most convenient for them. How can I get help if I need it? Course instructors interact directly with students typically through , instant messaging, and online discussion boards. Each instructor will post information about the best method to contact them in the course materials. You can contact the school s academic counselors for help if you are feeling overwhelmed or just need to talk about how things are going. I have already earned credits at another college. Will those credits transfer? Credits earned at accredited colleges and universities usually transfer. You will need to submit an official transcript from each college you attended and they will be evaluated by a transfer specialist in our counseling office.

5 Frequently Asked Questions (cont.) What are estimated tuition costs? Is financial aid available? Tuition is currently $ per credit for online classes ($ per credit for nonresidents) Additional MLT Costs:* Application Fee (one time) $20.00 Differential Tuition for technical courses $12.00 per technical course credit Textbooks $350.00* Liability Insurance Fee $10.00 each fall semester *Amounts are approximate and subject to change. Medical Frequently Asked Questions cont. For More Information Estimated Cost for A.A.S. degree () - Medical ; (resident): $14, Estimated Cost for A.A.S. degree () in Medical ; non-(resident): 16, Financial aid is available for online students. Please visit the financial aid website at: How do I apply for the MLT program? Application procedures can be done online and can be found on our website at: It is important that you make it clear to our admissions department that you are applying for the MLT program. When do classes begin? You can begin the in any semester providing the maximum student enrollment (25 students) has not been reached. Class size is limited and to assure yourself a spot, apply early. Need more information? Enrollment Services can help you with your admissions, registration and financial aid questions. Phone: admissions@hibbing.edu