Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, CA

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences ASSOCIATE CIP 51.1004

Total Graduates

7

Class of 2024

Male Graduates

29%

2 of 7

Female Graduates

71%

5 of 7

Annual Tuition & Fees

$1,432

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician.
Degree Level ASSOCIATE
CIP Code 51.1004
Program Family Health Professions & Clinical Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 7 graduates
Award Year 2024
Gender Distribution 29% male, 71% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Saddleback College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Medical Laboratory Technician Associate of Science (Hybrid)44%66%90%

In the Medical Laboratory Technician Associate of Science (Hybrid) program at Saddleback College, 66% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 44% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$105,620

10-Year Job Growth

+17.3%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$84,496+17.3%
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Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$79,215

Peak Salary

$132,025

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Instructing
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Writing
Active Listening
Active Learning
Learning Strategies
Judgment and Decision Making
Time Management

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

Location Mission Viejo, CA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $1,432
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $13,732
Average Net Price $8,122

Program Information

CIP Code: 51.1004
CIP Family: 51
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