The mission of the MLT program is to prepare highly competent medical laboratory technologists who will become leaders in the profession of MLT. The program provides qualified students with both the theoretical knowledge and clinical experience in various areas of clinical laboratory science. Students are trained to perform clinical laboratory tests, evaluate and report accurate test data/ results used by physicians to properly diagnose and treat patients. Principles of quality assurance, laboratory safety assurance and provision of timely and cost-effective services are emphasized. Graduates of the program shall be able to demonstrate high ethical and moral standards, professional responsibility, and the desire for learning throughout their careers.