Programme Overview

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) is a specialized paramedical programme designed to prepare students for careers in diagnostic laboratory services. The programme provides comprehensive training in laboratory testing, disease diagnosis, specimen analysis, quality control, and the operation of modern laboratory equipment.

Students gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to perform laboratory investigations that assist physicians in diagnosing, monitoring, and preventing diseases. The programme emphasizes accuracy, laboratory safety, and professional competence in healthcare diagnostics.

Course Duration

The duration of the course is 2 Years.

• Two years of academic study and laboratory training.
• Extensive practical exposure in clinical laboratory procedures.

Subjects Covered

• Biochemistry
• Histopathology, Blood Banking and Hematology
• Microbiology and Parasitology

Examination Pattern

An examination will be conducted at the end of the course to assess the student's theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

• Written examinations.
• Viva Voce examinations.
• Practical examinations.
• A minimum of 50% marks in each of the three subjects is required for a pass.

Skills Acquired

• Clinical Laboratory Testing
• Biochemical Analysis
• Blood Banking and Hematology Techniques
• Microbiological Investigations
• Specimen Collection and Processing
• Laboratory Quality Control and Safety

Career Opportunities

• Medical Laboratory Technician
• Clinical Laboratory Assistant
• Blood Bank Technician
• Microbiology Laboratory Technician
• Diagnostic Centre Technician
• Healthcare Laboratory Professional