Medical Laboratory Technology (clinical laboratory science) deals with the performance of laboratory analyses used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease, and in the maintenance of health. Medical laboratory personnel are responsible for the performance of these tests. The physician utilizes these test results for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases. Physicians thus rely upon the knowledge, skills and integrity of the medical technologist for the accuracy and validity of the test results.

The Medical Laboratory Technology Program provides training for the student in the basic skills required for a career in medical technology. The Program emphasizes both the basic sciences and clinical laboratory sciences. In addition to the courses offered at Hostos the student will study and work 1,000 hours in an approved hospital laboratory under the supervision of Hostos faculty and hospital personnel. Upon the completion of the required courses and the hospital training, the student receives the Associate in Applied Sciences (A.A.S.) degree and will be eligible to be licensed by the New York City Department of Health as a laboratory technician. Students could also be eligible to sit for nationally certifying examinations such as the Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) given by the National Certifying Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel.