Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other

CIP 51.1099 Certificate Associate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

15 total including inactive

States

Across 7 states

Graduates (2023)

Total completions

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 7 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Massachusetts and Tennessee.

Career & Cost Overview

Job Growth

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$3,600

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Cytogenetic Technologists. In-state tuition ranges from $600 to $8,220, and the work is primarily indoor with heavy physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 12 (12.6%)

Female: 83 (87.4%)

Degree Level Distribution

Certificate: 46 (48.4%)

Associate: 49 (51.6%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Investigative

Realistic

Conventional

research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Building things
Working with hands
Organization
Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

✓ Practical

✓ Hands-on

✓ Organized

✓ Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

● Building things

● Working with hands

● Organization

● Data management

⭐ Work Values

♦ Active Listening

♦ Monitoring

♦ Speaking

♦ Instructing

♦ Knowledge

♦ Independence

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

Do you value active listening?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
• Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
• Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
• Those who prefer routine tasks
• Those who dislike repetitive tasks

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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.