Lab Technician Certificate
Job opportunities in STEM fields are rapidly growing at all levels. The Lab Science certificate program is designed to prepare you for these well-paying jobs in one year by teaching you the hands-on skills needed to succeed on the job. In this program, you will gain experience in many areas, including basic lab skills, quality control, biotechnology, cell biology, and the use of high tech instrumentation like Gas Chromatography and HPLC.
After completing the Lab Science certificate, you will be prepared to either start working in the industry or continue on to obtain an AAS degree and bachelor’s degree. Start working in fields like
Animal care
Manufacturing
Scientific technician
Hospitals
Biotech
Environmental labs
Quality Control
Cannabis
Why Choose NECC?
This program is focused on providing the hands-on skills necessary to be competitive in the job market, successful on the job, and prepared to excel at a 4-year university if you choose that path.
Because of NECC
“I learned so much from the lab science program and got tons of hands-on experience that I feel gave me an advantage at UML. I truly feel that I wouldn’t be as successful as I am without the Lab Science Program. You really have a great program, and I am so grateful I got to be a part of it. It is clear how much you care about your students and their success.” – Jenna Joseph, Lab Science graduate
Program Costs
For the 2024-2025 academic year, non-health for-credit courses have a cost of $263/credit for in-state students.
Career Paths & Job Market
Program Pathway
A pathway is the most efficient sequence of courses semester-to-semester recommended for students to complete their degree. View the suggested pathway for the Lab Technician Certificate.
Learning Outcomes
Courses and Requirements
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Dr. Kevin Mitchell
Associate Professor
Department of Natural Sciences
(978) 556-3343
