Medical lab tech programs in Louisiana

Looking for medical lab technician schools in Louisiana? There are 7, including 6 public colleges and 1 private career school. Medical lab technicians in Louisiana earn a median $54,460 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
6
Median pay in LA
$54,460

7 medical lab technician schools

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  1. Bossier Parish Community College

    Bossier City, LA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

  2. Delgado Community College

    New Orleans, LA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  3. Fletcher Technical Community College

    Schriever, LA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

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  5. Fortis College - Baton Rouge

    Baton Rouge, LA · Private

    • Medical lab technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +4

  6. South Louisiana Community College

    Lafayette, LA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

  7. Southern University at Shreveport

    Shreveport, LA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Phlebotomy
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +8

  8. University of Louisiana at Monroe

    Monroe, LA · Public

    • Medical lab technician
    • Dental hygienist
    • Radiologic technologist
    • +1

What medical lab technicians earn in Louisiana

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

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

Median pay
$54,460
$26.19 an hour
Typical range
$33,140–$84,720
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in LA
3,790
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 Louisiana?

We list 7 schools in Louisiana with medical lab technician programs: 6 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Bossier City, and Schriever.

Are there community college medical lab technician programs in Louisiana?

Yes. 6 public colleges in Louisiana 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 Louisiana?

Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,747 to $25,781. 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 Louisiana?

The median pay for medical lab technicians in Louisiana is $54,460 a year, and most earn between $33,140 and $84,720, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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