Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in Kentucky

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

$54,332 KY Median Salary
7% Growth Rate
2 years Training

💰 Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Salary in Kentucky

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

Entry
$42,000
Median
$54,332
Experienced
$75,000

🎓 Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Licensing in Kentucky

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

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

🏫 Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Programs in Kentucky

Community College
⭐ 92

Jefferson Community and Technical College

📍 Louisville, KY

Largest KCTCS college. Multiple Louisville campuses plus Carrollton, Shelbyville, and Shepherdsville. Most comprehensive...

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Community College
⭐ 90

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

📍 Lexington, KY

Serves Lexington and central Kentucky. Multiple campuses in Lexington, Danville, Georgetown, Lawrenceburg, and Wincheste...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNDental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical Technology
Community College
⭐ 86

West Kentucky Community and Technical College

📍 Paducah, KY

Serves far western Kentucky including Paducah metro area. Comprehensive healthcare, trades, and IT programs....

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNRadiologic TechnologySurgical TechnologyDental Assisting

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