Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in Illinois

MLTs analyze blood, tissue, and body fluids to help physicians diagnose disease. They run the tests behind every diagnosis — from blood counts to bacterial cultures to drug screens. Lab work is methodical, detail-driven, and mostly behind the scenes.

$58,956 IL Median Salary
7% Growth Rate
2 years Training

💰 Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Salary in Illinois

Estimated salary range for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)s in Illinois, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$42,000
Median
$58,956
Experienced
$75,000

🎓 Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Licensing in Illinois

Credential required: AMT MLT or ASCP MLT(ASCP) Certification

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Illinois state licensing board before enrolling.

Schools and programs related to Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in Illinois

These listings are shown as related training options for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in Illinois. Before enrolling, compare program length, total cost, credential outcomes, and how well each option matches local employer demand.

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Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois

📍 Springfield, IL

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City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

📍 Chicago, IL

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College of DuPage

📍 Glen Ellyn, IL

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William Rainey Harper College

📍 Palatine, IL

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Moraine Valley Community College

📍 Palos Hills, IL

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Waubonsee Community College

📍 Sugar Grove, IL

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Parkland College

📍 Champaign, IL

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Heartland Community College

📍 Normal, IL

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Richland Community College

📍 Decatur, IL

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Rend Lake College

📍 Ina, IL

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Rock Valley College

📍 Rockford, IL

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Southwestern Illinois College

📍 Belleville, IL

Certificate 2-4yr

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Elgin Community College

📍 Elgin, IL

Certificate 2-4yr

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Illinois Valley Community College

📍 Oglesby, IL

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College of Lake County

📍 Grayslake, IL

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Midwestern Career College

📍 Chicago, IL

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Lincoln Land Community College

📍 Springfield, IL

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Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College

📍 Rockford, IL

Certificate 2-4yr

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Illinois Central College

📍 East Peoria, IL

Certificate 2-4yr

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Oakton College

📍 Des Plaines, IL

Certificate 2-4yr

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Frontier Community College

📍 Fairfield, IL

Certificate 2-4yr

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John A Logan College

📍 Carterville, IL

Certificate 2-4yr

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Shawnee Community College

📍 Ullin, IL

Certificate 2-4yr

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Spoon River College

📍 Canton, IL

Certificate 2-4yr

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Kankakee Community College

📍 Kankakee, IL

Certificate 2-4yr

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South Suburban College

📍 South Holland, IL

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Stellar Career College

📍 Chicago, IL

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How to compare these options

  • Look for programs that align with the most common hiring path for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in Illinois.
  • Ask whether graduates are prepared for any required credential, license, or employer screening step.
  • Compare cost, completion time, and schedule before making a final decision.

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