Centennial College

Medical Laboratory Technician

Toronto, CanadaTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose Centennial College

  • Centennial is one of Canada's most culturally diverse post-secondary institutions.
  • Over 91% of employers hiring Centennial grads in the last three years were satisfied.
  • Programs aligned with Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility.
  • Experiential learning including co-op placements and applied research internships.
  • Support services for international students including immigration advising and orientation.

About Medical Laboratory Technician

Tuition is International students pay $21,475.00 for tuition over three semesters..

Graduates are qualified to work as medical laboratory assistants/technicians. The programme prepares students for roles in specimen collection, ECGs, and basic laboratory testing. It follows national and provincial standards for entry-level practice. Students gain hands-on experience through clinical placements.

Focus areas include Blood sample collection, Performing ECGs, Specimen processing, Basic laboratory testing, Clinical chemistry, Hematology.

1 year / 3 semesters, hybrid delivery, includes an unpaid clinical field placement in the final semester.

Graduates work as medical laboratory technicians, assistants, phlebotomists, or ECG technicians.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, Grade 12 English (C or U), Grade 12 Mathematics (C, M, or U), Grade 11 or 12 Biology (C or U), three consecutive full years of English instruction at a recognized institution, English language proficiency required.

Hybrid, on-campus, full-time, 1 year duration.

About Centennial College

Centennial College in Toronto is Ontario’s oldest public college and one of Canada’s most diverse institutions, serving a large domestic and international student body. Founded in 1966, Centennial emphasizes applied learning and career-ready programs across business, technology, health, media, and community services. The college’s practical curriculum, professional instructors, and strong employer partnerships help graduates move quickly into the workforce.

Centennial supports students through modern facilities and a full range of services, including the Centennial Place residence at Progress Campus with 740 beds and vibrant common areas. All campuses are well connected to Toronto’s transit network, making it easy to access the city’s extensive internship and employment options. Student supports include academic advising, career services, and multicultural programming that reflects the college’s global community.

For international students seeking an education that balances classroom learning with workplace experience, Centennial offers applied programs, co-op options, and industry connections in Canada’s largest city. The college’s focus on practical skills, supportive campus life, and strong employer links make it a compelling option for students aiming to build careers in a Canadian context while enjoying a multicultural urban environment.

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