Clinical laboratory sciences (also known as medical technology or medical laboratory science) is a biology/chemistry-based bachelor’s degree that prepares students for exciting, challenging and dynamic careers in places such as hospital labs and clinics, forensic labs, veterinary clinics, industrial research labs.
Colleges and Universities Offering Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science in Ghana are:
Ho Nurses’ Training College, Volta.
Kumasi Nurses’ Training College, Ashanti.
Navrongo Nurses Training College, Tamale.
Nightingale School Of Nursing, Adenta.
Nkawkaw Nurses Training College , Brong Ahafo.
Offinso Midwifery Training School , Offinso.
General Entry Requirements
SSSCE Applicants
Must have passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies plus any three (3) elective passes.
WASSCE Applicants
Must have Credit passes in Core English, Core Mathematics and Integrated Science/Social Studies plus any three (3) elective credit passes.
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science Requirement
SSSCE, WASSCE or Equivalent
Prospective students for this programme must possess a minimum of 3 credits in the Core subjects plus 3 Credits Electives in, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics or Physics at not more than two sittings.
Mature Applicants
Must be at least twenty-five (25) years old.
Must be a holder of Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technician or have credits in three (3) Core subjects (English, Mathematics, and Integrated Science) and three (3) Elective subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics) in SSSCE, WASSCE or Equivalent.
Must have at least two years working experience in a Medical Laboratory and must pass an Entrance Examination.
What is Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology?
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) is a Medical Lab Technologist Diploma course.
Medical laboratory technology is the branch of medical science responsible for performing laboratory investigations relating to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
How much are lab technicians paid in Ghana?
A person working as a Laboratory Technician in Ghana typically earns around 3,590 GHS per month.
Salaries range from 1,830 GHS (lowest) to 5,530 GHS (highest).
This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits.
What is the qualification for MLT?
Admission criteria
A/L pass for either of subject out of Chemistry or Physics with O/L pass for Mathematic and English.
Foundation Diploma in Health Sciences conducted by PATHE Academy.
Not less than one-year of work experience in the related field.
experience & qualification in the health sector.