Medical lab tech programs in Alabama

Looking for medical lab technician schools in Alabama? There are 5, including 5 public colleges. Medical lab technicians in Alabama earn a median $49,440 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
5
Median pay in AL
$49,440

5 medical lab technician schools

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  1. Coastal Alabama Community College

    Bay Minette, AL · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Plumbing
    • Welding
    • +11

  2. Gadsden State Community College

    Gadsden, AL · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +18

  3. George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville

    Hanceville, AL · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +22

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  5. Jefferson State Community College

    Birmingham, AL · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Construction technology
    • +5

  6. John C Calhoun State Community College

    Tanner, AL · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +8

What medical lab technicians earn in Alabama

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Medical lab technician salary in AlabamaHow to become a medical lab technician

Median pay
$49,440
$23.77 an hour
Typical range
$34,790–$79,520
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AL
7,250
Job growth, 2025–35
+2.7%
20,800 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many medical lab technician schools are in Alabama?

We list 5 schools in Alabama with medical lab technician programs: 5 public colleges. Campuses are in Bay Minette, Hanceville, Tanner, Gadsden, and Birmingham.

Are there community college medical lab technician programs in Alabama?

Yes. 5 public colleges in Alabama offer medical lab technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does medical lab technician school cost in Alabama?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,515 to $13,644. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do medical lab technicians make in Alabama?

The median pay for medical lab technicians in Alabama is $49,440 a year, and most earn between $34,790 and $79,520, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a medical lab technician school in Alabama?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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