Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Pathway Program

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program at the University of Vermont Health Network

Ready to further your education?

Offered in partnership with Weber State University, the MLT Pathway Program offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes didactic and laboratory learning via distance education, as well as hands-on clinical rotations within the UVM Health Network.

Upon completing Weber State’s Associate of Applied Science program, graduates will be eligible to sit for the exam to obtain certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT). Graduates can seek employment as an MLT at one of our UVM Health Network partner sites across Vermont and northern New York.

Learn More about the UVM Health Network MLT Pathway Program

What does a Medical Laboratory Technician do?

Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT), also commonly known as Clinical Lab Technicians (CLT) are responsible for performing tests and analysis on blood, urine, spinal fluid and tissue. They are responsible for operating, maintaining and troubleshooting sophisticated biomedical instrumentation and technology. Laboratory testing includes disciplines in chemistry, hematology, immunology, immunohematology (transfusion medicine), microbiology, molecular biology, anatomic pathology and cytopathology.

Important Dates

  • Weber State University Application Deadline: September 1st
  • UVMHN Applications Open: October 1st
  • UVMHN Application Deadline: October 15th
  • UVMHN Cohort Selection: November 1st
  • Classes Begin: January

Eligibility Requirements:

All candidates must:

  • Work at least 72 scheduled hours per pay period as a current employee of a laboratory department within the UVM Health Network (part-time/per diem employees are not eligible).
  • Be in good standing with no corrective actions above a counseling level.
  • Must commit to a Medical Laboratory Technician position at their respective partner location upon successful completion of program.

How to Apply: MLT Pathway Program

Please have ready the following items to upload with your application:

  • Résumé
  • Cover Letter
  • Supervisor’s Letter of Support - Written confirmation from current laboratory department leader of ability to support the employee and their schedule for the duration of the program.
  • Letter of Recommendation - Reference letter from a non-family member who can speak to your desire to enter the field and your ability to be successful in it.
  • Weber State University Acceptance Letter

Pathway Program Application Deadline – October 15th

To apply to the MLT Pathway Program, please visit the Workforce Development Sharepoint Site (internal applicants only).

Upcoming Information Sessions

Attend one of our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn more about the MLT Pathway Program and the application process.

Select an info session below and complete the short registration form to sign up. Once you have submitted the registration form, you will receive a confirmation email with information about accessing your session on the day and time it is held.

Program Costs and Commitments

Students are responsible for paying all tuition and fees and must commit to working as a full-time Medical Laboratory Technician at a partner site within the UVM Health Network for three years upon successful completion of the program. UVMHN will begin reimbursing tuition costs one year after graduation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the program structure for classes and clinicals?

The MLT Pathway Program offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes didactic and laboratory learning via distance education, as well as hands-on clinical rotations within the UVM Health Network. Participation requires full-time commitment across four semesters at Weber State University. All classes will be virtual. Clinical practicum hours will take place in laboratory settings at participants’ UVMHN employer sites.

How many work hours are required during the program?

While enrolled in the MLT program at Weber State University, students will work their regular job 48 hours per pay period. Students will receive pay for an additional 24 hours per pay period to allow time for classwork, lab/clinical instruction, and studying.

How does tuition reimbursement work?

Students are responsible for paying all tuition and fees. For graduates who commit to working at their respective partner location for three years, they will reimbursed in one-third increments for all out-of-pocket tuition, fee, and books costs beginning one year after graduation.

What if I’m not a lab employee at one of the UVM Health Network partners? Can I still apply?

Being a full-time laboratory employee in a UVM Health Network partner is a requirement for application and enrollment. To be eligible for the program you’ll need to be hired as a full-time employee in the laboratory department of any UVM Health Network partner.

Interested in joining our team?

Call 800-722-9922 and choose option 3 to talk with one of our talent acquisition partners about full-time job opportunities at one of our UVMHN healthcare partners.

What if I’m per diem or part-time? Am I eligible?

In order to be eligible, you need to be a full-time employee.

I’ve taken college courses in the past. Do I need to retake those courses?

Possibly, depending on the timeframe and your grades. Weber State University will review the courses and grades on your transcript to determine whether they meet the requirements for this program.

I’ve started school in the past but did not finish. Do I need to start over?

You will need to complete the MLT Program curriculum through Weber State University (coursework and lab/clinical instruction) in its entirety. Please contact WSU Admissions (link opens in a new window) for specific questions related to your academic history.

Questions?

Please contact:
Rebecca Aldrich, Workforce Development Program Manager – Rebecca.Aldrich@uvmhealth.org (link opens in a new window)
or
Megan Foster, Workforce Development Program Manager – Megan.Foster@uvmhealth.org (link opens in a new window)

MLT Pathway Program Application
(all required)

Please complete the below form and a member of our team will be in touch.
Formats accepted: .pdf / .doc / .docx / .txt / .jpg / .jpeg / .png
1 Internal reference from Direct Supervisor (i.e. Manager or Director) with confirmation of departmental ability to support employee during completion of program
1 Additional reference (non-family) who can speak to your desire to become a Medical Laboratory Technician and ability to be successful in our program

By submitting information, you are not officially applying to a position at this time, and you authorize The University of Vermont Health Network to contact you via phone, email, and text messaging.

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