Medical lab tech programs in California

We found 12 schools offering medical lab technician training in California, with campuses in El Cajon, Clovis, Santa Clarita, and Cupertino and more. Medical lab technicians in California earn a median $76,010 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
12
Public colleges
8
Median pay in CA
$76,010
Cities with schools
7

12 medical lab technician schools

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  1. ATA College

    El Cajon, CA · Private

    • Medical lab technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +1

  2. California Institute of Medical Science

    Clovis, CA · Private

    • Medical lab technician
    • Medical assistant

  3. College of the Canyons

    Santa Clarita, CA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +9

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  5. De Anza College

    Cupertino, CA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • CNC machining
    • Automotive technician
    • +5

  6. Folsom Lake College

    Folsom, CA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Radiologic technologist
    • Police academy & criminal justice

  7. Loma Linda University

    Loma Linda, CA · Private

    • Medical lab technician
    • Medical billing & coding
    • Dental hygienist
    • +4

  8. Merritt College

    Oakland, CA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4

  9. Mt. San Antonio College

    Walnut, CA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14

  10. Regan Career Institute

    El Monte, CA · Private

    • Medical lab technician
    • Medical assistant

  11. Saddleback College

    Mission Viejo, CA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +10

  12. San Diego Miramar College

    San Diego, CA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +5

  13. Southwestern College

    Chula Vista, CA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +13

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What medical lab technicians earn in California

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

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

Median pay
$76,010
$36.54 an hour
Typical range
$47,580–$126,870
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CA
29,210
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 California?

We list 12 schools in California with medical lab technician programs: 8 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in El Cajon, Clovis, Santa Clarita, Cupertino, and Folsom.

Are there community college medical lab technician programs in California?

Yes. 8 public colleges in California 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 California?

Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,337 to $19,157. 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 California?

The median pay for medical lab technicians in California is $76,010 a year, and most earn between $47,580 and $126,870, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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