Medical Laboratory Technology
Advanced Diploma
Program Code: ML311
Campus: North
Length: 7 semesters
The Medical Laboratory Technology Advanced Diploma program prepares students with the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills to become integral members of the health-care team as registered medical laboratory technologists. Through a blend of classroom learning, laboratory activities and clinical placements, students develop the knowledge, technical and critical thinking skills essential to safely and reliably collect, analyze and interpret patient specimens in a fast-paced clinical environment. Students develop the organizational and technical skills to perform their work with efficiency, accuracy and precision in accordance with quality assurance guidelines.
Students in this in-demand, high-tech health-care program learn to operate sophisticated equipment in all five core disciplines: microbiology, clinical chemistry, transfusion medicine, histology and hematology. The integration of simulation and clinical practicums throughout the curriculum supports learners with gaining the proficiency needed to successfully challenge the CAMLPR field of practice competency assessments.
Throughout the program, learners will participate in simulated and/or off-site clinical practicums beginning in Year 2 of the program, giving learners valuable hands-on experience. These mandatory professional practicums provide students with the opportunity to integrate medical laboratory technologist skills and knowledge in a supervised setting. Simulation activities at the Humber campus are a key component of practicums to ensure all learners have ample time and opportunity to practice and gain proficiency in all required competencies. Simulated and clinical practicums will take place in Semester 3-7 and each practicum will focus on one of the five main disciplines within medical laboratory technology. Off-site clinical practicums will be within one of the many agencies Humber has a strong clinical relationship with. As a result, practicum experiences are diverse, covering a broad range of settings including, for example, private clinics and hospitals.
In both the simulated and off-site clinical practicum, students will be supervised and supported by one of Humber’s experts in clinical practicum education.
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Clinical Placement Locations and Student Responsibility
While every effort is made to place students in their preferred clinical location, placement opportunities are dependent on site availability and program needs. As a result, students may be assigned to placements outside of their preferred region, including locations across Ontario.
Students are responsible for any costs associated with travel, temporary relocation, or accommodation required to complete their placement. We recommend planning ahead and maintaining flexibility throughout the placement process.
Courses
Semester 3 |
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| MLT 200: Microanatomy |
| MLT 201: Transfusion Medicine |
| MLT 202: Clinical Chemistry 2 |
| MLT 203: Clinical Microbiology 2 |
| PRAC 200: Mandatory Professional Practicum 1 - MLT |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED: General Elective |
Semester 4 |
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| MLT 250: Clinical Microbiology 3 |
| MLT 251: Hematology 2 |
| MLT 252: Clinical Chemistry 3 |
| MLT 253: Histotechnology 2 |
| PRAC 250: Mandatory Professional Practicum 2 - MLT |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED: General Elective |
Admission Requirements
Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements:
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Academic
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
- Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (MAP4C, MCT4C, MDM4U, MCB4U, MGA4U, MCV4U or MHF4U or equivalent)
- Grade 11 or Grade 12 Biology (SBI3C, SBI3U or SBI4U or equivalent)
- Grade 11 or Grade 12 Chemistry (SCH3U, SCH4C or SCH4U or equivalent)
or
or
- College or university transfer status
Mature Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
College Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
University Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
- .
English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
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International Credit Evaluation
Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.
How to Apply
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
International Academic Equivalency
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
Fees
The 2025/2026 fee for two semesters was:
- domestic: $7,810.75
- international: $20,673.75
Fees are subject to change.
Domestic Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,121.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $208.81 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $4,009.78 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,121.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,800.97 |
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,121.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,800.97 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,121.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,800.97 |
| Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,121.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,800.97 |
| Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,121.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,800.97 |
| Semester 7 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $3,121.00 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,800.97 |
International Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,552.50 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $208.81 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,441.28 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,552.50 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,232.47 |
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,552.50 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,232.47 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,552.50 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,232.47 |
| Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,552.50 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,232.47 |
| Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,552.50 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,232.47 |
| Semester 7 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,552.50 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,232.47 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Pathways
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Contact Information
Megan Spencer
,program manager
Faculty of Health & Life Sciences
437.565.1542
megan.spencer@humber.ca
Admissions Questions
Domestic Students
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
International Students
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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Print/Download Date: October 11, 2025