Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in California

MLTs analyze blood, tissue, and body fluids to help physicians diagnose disease. They run the tests behind every diagnosis β€” from blood counts to bacterial cultures to drug screens. Lab work is methodical, detail-driven, and mostly behind the scenes.

$59,534 CA Median Salary
7% Growth Rate
2 years Training

πŸ’° Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Salary in California

Estimated salary range for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)s in California, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$42,000
Median
$59,534
Experienced
$75,000

πŸŽ“ Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Licensing in California

Credential required: AMT MLT or ASCP MLT(ASCP) Certification

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the California state licensing board before enrolling.

Schools and programs related to Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in California

These listings are shown as related training options for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in California. Before enrolling, compare program length, total cost, credential outcomes, and how well each option matches local employer demand.

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Contra Costa Medical Career College

πŸ“ Antioch, CA

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MTI College

πŸ“ Sacramento, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Escondido Adult School

πŸ“ Escondido, CA

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Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos

πŸ“ San Marcos, CA

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Central Coast College

πŸ“ Salinas, CA

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Healthcare Career College

πŸ“ Paramount, CA

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City College of San Francisco

πŸ“ San Francisco, CA

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National Career Education

πŸ“ Citrus Heights, CA

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High Desert Medical College

πŸ“ Lancaster, CA

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Vista Adult School

πŸ“ Vista, CA

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Premiere Career College

πŸ“ Irwindale, CA

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Mt San Antonio College

πŸ“ Walnut, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Universal Healthcare Careers College

πŸ“ Los Angeles, CA

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Cuesta College

πŸ“ San Luis Obispo, CA

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Butte County Regional Occupational Program

πŸ“ Chico, CA

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Institute for Business and Technology

πŸ“ Santa Clara, CA

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National Polytechnic College

πŸ“ Lakewood, CA

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College of the Canyons

πŸ“ Santa Clarita, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Folsom Lake College

πŸ“ Folsom, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Regan Career Institute

πŸ“ El Monte, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Saddleback College

πŸ“ Mission Viejo, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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San Diego Miramar College

πŸ“ San Diego, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Southwestern College

πŸ“ Chula Vista, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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West Valley College

πŸ“ Saratoga, CA

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Long Beach City College

πŸ“ Long Beach, CA

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Grossmont College

πŸ“ El Cajon, CA

Certificate 1-<2yr

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De Anza College

πŸ“ Cupertino, CA

Certificate 2-4yr

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Palo Verde College

πŸ“ Blythe, CA

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How to compare these options

  • Look for programs that align with the most common hiring path for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in California.
  • Ask whether graduates are prepared for any required credential, license, or employer screening step.
  • Compare cost, completion time, and schedule before making a final decision.

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