Military path to the medical laboratory

Joining the military is one path to becoming an ASCP certified medical laboratory technician.  Not everyone can afford college, not everyone wants to amass a lot of debt for a career.  Some did not do their best in high school and can't get into the college of their choice.

If on-the-job training or college are not an option for you and you are considering joining the military, you will have to study for your ASVAB.  Click here for a program you can take to do your best on your ASVAB.  In order to get into the medical laboratory MOS, you will have to have good ASVAB scores.  The requirements change periodically, so be sure to check with your recruiter.

The US Army MLT program is a one year program.  After you complete basic training, you will spend approximately six months in a school like training program.  After successful completion of this first six months, you will do your on-the-job training at another duty station for an additional six months.

After this program and a few additional college courses, you will then be eligible to sit for the ASCP MLT exam.  In some cases, this certification will make you more attractive to potential employers.

Don't forget to study for your ASVAB and check us out again when you are ready for your ASCP test and a need the best study guide!