{"id":16188,"date":"2026-02-27T14:31:03","date_gmt":"2026-02-27T19:31:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/academics-new\/?page_id=16188&#038;preview_id=16188"},"modified":"2026-03-24T10:49:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T14:49:50","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/academics\/health-professions\/med-lab-technology\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id16188_5b3faf-82 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id16188_5b3faf-82 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id16188_5b3faf-82 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(74% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(26% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id16188_5b3faf-82 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id16188_5b3faf-82 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id16188_5b3faf-82 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id16188_5b3faf-82 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-left-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column16188_0c857d-75 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column16188_0c857d-75 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column16188_0c857d-75 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column16188_0c857d-75 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column16188_0c857d-75 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column16188_0c857d-75 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column16188_0c857d-75{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column16188_0c857d-75 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column16188_0c857d-75 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column16188_0c857d-75\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>Click on a question to read the answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-1618814\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">What are the admission guidelines to the program?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-1618814\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Applicants must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>meet the general admission requirements for the college.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hold a high school diploma or GED.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) \u2265 2.0 based on the GPA calculated at the most recent institution\/college at which you completed at least 12 college credit hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have not taken 12 college credit hours at any one college by the end of Fall 2025, your high school GPA must be \u2265 2.0.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following are prerequisites for Fall 2026 consideration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ENG 111<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SDV 101 (Orientation to Health Professions)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each course must be completed with a C or higher by the end of the summer 2026 semester. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> There are two classes in the program that have prerequisites that are not considered to be program prerequisites. These prerequisites must be completed before the program classes can be taken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>CHM 101<\/strong> (first semester) requires completion of <strong>MDE 10<\/strong> with a C or better or <strong>Direct Math Enrollment<\/strong> into a college level math.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BIO 252<\/strong> (second year) requires completion of <strong>BIO 101<\/strong> or <strong>NAS 2<\/strong> with a C or better.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Students can complete either BIO 141 or BIO 252 and the pros and cons of either route will be explained at orientation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\"><h3 id=\"at-1618815\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">How can I fulfill the two-credit SDV requirement if my college does not offer a two-credit SDV course?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-1618815\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>If your college offers a one-credit SDV 100 and a one-credit SDV 101, we can combine those two courses to equate to the two-credit SDV 101 prerequisite, provided the final grades are a C or higher.\u00a0 Alternately, if you have completed an Associate degree or higher, upon receipt of the official transcript showing degree completion we can use the previous degree to award credit for prior learning for the two credit SDV prerequisite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your college only offers the one-credit SDV, we can use the one credit of SDV and a completed HLT or PED course for the second SDV credit.\u00a0In addition, several community colleges, including Virginia Western, offer their two credit SDV courses online. You can apply to that college and complete the two credit SDV online.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-161883\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Is admission to the program very competitive? How is admission determined?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-161883\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Twenty-four (24) students will be admitted to the&nbsp;2026 MLT Class. In&nbsp;2025, there were approximately 17 qualified applicants considered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program admission decisions are based on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>interviews, if necessary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TEAS entrance test results, if necessary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>overall G.P.A. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Testing and interviews will begin in July, if needed.\u00a0In the past four years, we have not interviewed or tested for admission into the program as the number of qualified applicants did not exceed the total number of seats for the program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meeting the admission criteria does\u00a0<strong>not<\/strong>\u00a0guarantee program admission nor does completion of the CSC Introduction to MLT.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-161884\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Is there a waiting list? Can the program be taken on a part-time basis? Is there an evening program available?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-161884\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>There is not a waiting list. All applicants who meet the deadline and are&nbsp;<strong>minimally<\/strong>&nbsp;qualified will be considered for the program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The core MLT courses must be taken in sequence as outlined in the college catalog (including a summer semester). The core program coursework is only offered during the day. Clinical will begin the second eight weeks of the second spring semester and the internship will be the final summer semester.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-161889\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">If I hold a visa, am I eligible to apply for and begin the program?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-161889\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>We accept permanent residents, asylee, refugees\u00a0and most visa types. However, we do not accept students on F1 or M1 visas as those visas are affiliated with a particular school.\u00a0 Students on F1 or M1 visas are not allowed to pursue a degree or certificate program with Virginia Western. Students on B1 and B2 visas are also not allowed to enroll at Virginia Western.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-161886\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Why are some support classes within the Medical Laboratory Technology AAS not covered by financial aid in Introduction to Medical Laboratory Technology?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-161886\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>The Introduction to Medical Laboratory Technology CSC consists of specific coursework that is designed to allow applicants to the Medical Laboratory Technology program to complete some of the courses required within the AAS and to also offer a job skill option to applicants in case of non-admittance to the program. Not all prerequisite and support classes are included in the CSC.\u00a0BIO 252\/251 or BIO 141\/142 is not included in the CSC and the course options offer MTH 155\u00a0<strong>OR<\/strong>\u00a0PHI 220.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are using financial aid to cover the cost of classes, financial aid will not cover the cost of both MTH 155 and PHI 220 nor will it cover cost of the BIO 252\/251 or BIO 141\/142 courses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wish to complete those courses prior to entry, you need to pay for those courses out of pocket.\u00a0If you are accepted into the AAS Medical Laboratory Technology program, financial aid will then cover those courses.\u00a0 The plan change for accepted students from the CSC to the AAS typically occurs in late May or early June and will not be effective until the fall term.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\"><h3 id=\"at-1618820\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Does it help to take program support courses before the program officially begins?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-1618820\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>The Medical Laboratory Technology program is science intensive, so some applicants elect to complete general support classes such as Chemistry 101 while they are being considered. It should be understood that these general education or support courses are not the same as required prerequisites. You may view a listing of curriculum requirements in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.virginiawestern.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=25&amp;poid=3485&amp;returnto=2597\">the college catalog<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested students are encouraged to work with Program Advisor Rhonda Perdue to see if taking support classes is feasible based on their individual circumstances (taking in consideration whether they are students part-time, full-time, financial circumstances, holding a job, etc.).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-161882\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Is the program accredited?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-161882\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>The MLT Program is fully accredited by the National Association for the Advancement of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-1618812\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">What is the policy regarding non-discrimination?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-1618812\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Applicants for admission to the Medical Laboratory Technology program are considered for class positions based on their ability to meet program admission standards, without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, or other non-merit factors.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Before You Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-1618810\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">How do I show proof of high school graduation if I graduated from a school in a foreign country?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-1618810\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Applicants can complete the GED and submit official scores of the GED to the HPAAO. Applicants can also submit their transcripts to one of the organizations who are members of NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) and have the official report that verifies completion of United States High School education equivalency sent to the HPAAO. Either the copy of the GED scores or the official report from a NACES organization member must arrive by the application deadline of July 1 to be considered for the fall program.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/naces.org\/members\/\">Here is a link to the current members of the NACES<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-1618811\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">What process do I follow if I want to apply for a future year?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-1618811\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>If you are interested in taking classes to prepare for future entry into the program, but you are unsure when you will be eligible, please submit the 2026 Medical Laboratory Technology application with the appropriate transcripts. This will allow us to help you plan and suggest proper courses to begin your studies. The advisor will also evaluate your transcripts for transfer credit and can discuss your placement results.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-161887\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Who are the advisors in the HPAAO?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-161887\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>We have a team of advisors for Health Professions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\">New students should begin with a <\/span><a style=\"font-size: revert;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/advising\/new-student-advising\/\">New Student Advisor<\/a><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\"> in the Enrollment Center.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\">Rhonda Perdue is the Health Professions program advisor and provides advising about applying and preparing for health professions programs for continuing Virginia Western Students. Rhonda can assist with career planning and course selection and may be able to assist with preliminary information. You can schedule an appointment with Rhonda Perdue via Navigate.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial;\">Pam Woody or Jasmine Terry will process your academic file and evaluate previously completed coursework after a review of your official transcripts. They will also send the process letter verifying your GPA, prerequisites, and the evaluation of your college course work.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a Mountain Gateway Community College Joint Venture applicant, you may contact Ann Courtney at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:acourtney@mgcc.edu\">acourtney@mgcc.edu<\/a>&nbsp;or 540-863-2825 for assistance in course selection and planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Submission of all academic materials including application and official transcripts from High School and all colleges attempted should be directed to: Attention: Pam Woody; VWCC; School of Health Professions; 3091 Colonial Avenue, SW; Roanoke VA 24015.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also contact the team of advisors at <a href=\"mailto:healthprofessions@virginiawestern.edu\"><strong>healthprofessions@virginiawestern.edu<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">After You Apply\/Completing the Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-1618813\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">What is the impact on program completion for a person who does not have the COVID-19 vaccination?<\/h3><div id=\"ac-1618813\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Virginia Western Community College faculty and students must comply with the policies required by clinical facilities with which we have legal agreements. If a student refuses to comply with a clinical facility immunization and vaccination requirement, Virginia Western Community College will attempt, but cannot guarantee, to assign a student to an alternative clinical facility. A student will be placed in an alternative location only if it meets the educational objectives of Virginia Western Community College and program requirements for clinical placement. Faculty also must be available to appropriately supervise students at the clinical facility. 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