Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) – MLCU
DMLT is a paramedical course focusing on various laboratory investigations. The curriculum spans basic sciences in the first semester, followed by pre-clinical and para-clinical subjects in the subsequent semesters, covering biochemistry, microbiology, blood banking, and pathology. Technologists are trained to conduct tests such as blood typing, micro-organism screening, bio-chemical analysis, and cell counts.
Course Delivery:
Theory: Lectures, demonstrations, seminars, computer-aided learning, and assignments.
Practical: Lab work, hands-on clinical experience in hospitals, rural healthcare, and internships.
Career Prospects:
Hospital Laboratories
Diagnostic Centres
Blood Banks
Public Health Projects in Government, Hospitals, Nursing Homes, and Medical Diagnostic Centres
Further Studies:
If entry after Class X, eligible to join the 2nd semester BSc MLT with a bridge course.
If entry after Class XII Arts, lateral entry to the 3rd semester BSc MLT.
Duration: 2 years (four semesters) + 6 months internship