Answers to your most commonly asked questions.
 Q: HOW LONG IS THE PROGRAM?
A: One year. We offer the program twice a year with starting dates in either July or January.
Q: WHAT ARE THE HOURS?
A: Monday – Friday, 7:30 A.M. – 4:30 PM (varies throughout the year), occasional nights.
Q: WHAT IS THE COST OF TUITION?
A: Please contact us for information regarding tuition costs.
Q: IS FINANCIAL AID FOR TUITION AVAILABLE?
A: No federal funding is available, however students may apply for scholarships from various sources and student loans through institutions such as the Hartford Healthcare Credit Union or SLM Financial Corporation.
Q: IS HOUSING OR PARKING AVAILABLE?
A: Dormitory rooms are available in the Education & Resource Center for approximately $225/month. Parking is available at local garages/lots for approximately $60-$70 / month.
Q: HOW WILL I KNOW IF THIS CAREER FOR ME?
A: Yes, if you...
• Are a compassionate, sensitive, and caring
individual who loves to work with people.
• Love to solve puzzle and work with your hands and your brain.
• Enjoy being technically challenged while keeping pace with
the advancements in medicine and with attention to detail
• Are seeking an education rich in the biomedical and
laboratory sciences related to medicine.
• Have lots of energy, are responsible, can work independently
or with a group and can communicate well
Q: WHAT ARE THE PREREQUISITES NEEDED TO ENTER THE PROGRAM?
A: • High school diploma or equivalent
• Semester hours in organic chemistry and biochemistry
• Semester hours in microbiology and immunology
• Semester hours in math, physics, and statistics
• broad base of applicable electives
Q: WHAT IS YOUR CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION PASS RATE?
A: 90%
Q: ARE DRUG SCREENING AND A PHYSICAL EXAM REQUIRED?
A: Yes.
Q: WHAT ARE THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROGRAM?
A: Refer to the form found on this web site.
Q: DOES THE HOSPITAL GUARANTEE YOU JOB PLACEMENT?
A: No. We assist students in securing employment upon graduation and provide opportunity for site visits at other facilities.
Q: WHAT IS THE SALARY LIKE FOR THIS PROFESSION?
A: Approximately $35,000-$40,000; salaries vary based on geographical area. For more info, see visit the ASCP or ASCLS web sites.
Q: WHAT IS THE JOB MARKET FOR CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTISTS OR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS?
A: There is currently a shortage in medical technology. Recent national statistics predict that this will continue until 2010.
Q: CAN I TRANSFER CREDITS FROM OTHER SCHOOLS?
A: A student may apply previous didactic education to the program with UConn official approval. People with degrees already can apply for a certificate only program. Contact UConn for details.
Q: ARE EVENING CLASSES AVAILABLE? CAN YOU START IN A JANUARY SEMESTER?
A: No, classes are only held Monday – Friday during the day. A formal part time program option is not available at this time but we can discuss various options.
Q: HOW MANY STUDENTS ARE ACCEPTED PER YEAR?
A: Normally a maximum of 12 per class.
Q: WILL I HAVE TO ATTEND CLINICAL TRAINING AT OTHER FACILITIES?
A: It is possible you will attend classes at an off site location. The hospital currently maintains a testing facility in Newington in addition to Hartford Hospital.
Q: WHAT DOES YOUR TRAINING PREPARE ME FOR?
A: The graduate of this program is provided with educational information and experiences to develop individual potential and become eligible to apply for national certification.
Q: WHAT WOULD A CAREER LADDER LOOK LIKE FOR ME ONCE I BECAME A MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST?
A: Opportunities in management, research and education. Additional positions in pharmaceutical companies, industry, reference, state, forensic labs. There are even more opportunities for professional growth and development with additional graduate work.
Q: IS THE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM ACCREDITED?
A: The program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
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