The Medical Technologist uses state-of-the-art technology to perform analysis of patient
samples (blood and other materials) that are useful in detecting and/or treating diseases.
Graduates of this program have a firm foundation enabling them to pursue graduate
study for many advanced or alternative career paths.
Why ESU?
- The Medical Technology program provides students with hands-on, personalized instruction
with small class sizes, qualified and experienced faculty, state-of-the art laboratory
equipment, opportunities for gaining practical lab experience, and opportunities for
internships and undergraduate research.
- The curriculum includes 98 credit hours (three academic years) at ESU followed by
a calendar year internship in a hospital clinical program accredited by the National
Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
- Graduates of this program also have a firm foundation in lab sciences that prepares
them for graduate school and alternative career paths.
What You'll Learn
ESU's Medical Technology students will learn to use state-of-the-art technology and
laboratory procedures to analyze patient blood samples and other tissues to detect
and treat cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and other medical conditions.
Career Opportunities
ESU's Medical Technology program prepares students in fundamental and clinical laboratory
sciences for careers in diagnostic laboratories.
Our Medical Technology graduates have excellent job placement opportunities, and they
work in physician offices, clinics, hospitals, and diagnostic centers.
