MEA 295 - PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES/ PORTFOLIO

    Recent Professors
    R. Mita, S. Caldwell, J. Baker
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    2
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of MEA 295
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Prepares Media Entertainment Arts majors with essential career-building skills for entering the media industry, transferring to four-year film and media arts programs, and applying to film and media festivals. Emphasis will be placed on workforce preparation. Students will develop and evaluate professional portfolios, create industry-standard r�sum�s, cover letters, and artist statements, and explore effective networking strategies, including online marketing and social media presence. This capstone course is designed for Media Entertainment Arts majors who have completed at least one production course in MEA. College of the Canyons 207 CREDIT PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTIONS MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN Associate in Science Degree: Medical Laboratory Technician The Medical Laboratory Technician Program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science. The Medical Laboratory Technology Associate Degree program prepares students for employment in clinical laboratories, industry and biotechnology. The MLT Program curriculum, an integration of classroom lectures, student laboratories and clinical training, fosters development of analytical and problem-solving skills required in this profession. PREREQUISITES � completed with minimum 2.50 GPA 1. Anatomy (4 semester or 6 quarter units) 2. Physiology (4 semester or 6 quarter units) 3. Microbiology (4 semester or 6 quarter units) 4. Preparatory General Chemistry (4 semester or 6 quarter units) Completing program prerequisites does not assure admission into the program. RECOMMENDED PREPARATION ENGL-C1000 or ENGL-C1000H. It is highly recommended that students be proficient in both the written and oral English language prior to enrolling in the program or, at the very least, prior to enrolling in the clinical practicum courses and training at the clinical laboratory sites. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Follow these steps in this order. Please see the website at www.canyons.edu/mlt for links to help with these steps. 1. Submit College of the Canyons application and obtain a student identification number. 2. Submit the following documents to Admissions and Records: � Official sealed transcripts from all colleges attended, except COC (must include all coursework regardless if MLT prerequisite or not) � For transcripts from other countries, an official sealed foreign transcript evaluation from a NACES-approved agency � Official College Board AP English score � A copy of high school transcript, copy of diploma, OR copy of GED certificate � Students with transcripts evaluated by ACCRAO should contact the Health Professions and Public Safety office for assistance. 3. Submit MLT Program Application to the Health Professions and Public Safety office. Evidence of completion of Phlebotomy must be attached to the application. A valid COC email address is required. 4. The MLT application and official transcripts will be evaluated to determine if applicant meets current MLT Program selection criteria. Applicants will not be eligible for selection if admission requirements are not met. 5. Selected applicants must attend and complete the mandatory program orientation or they will be dropped from the program. Mandatory Requirements of all Medical Lab Technician (MLT) Students: Once admitted to the MLT Program, students are required to complete lab experiences at affiliated hospitals and clinical labs. Students must have their own means of transportation to these off-campus sites. These facilities have requirements above and beyond the requirements of being a student on a community college campus. All students entering the program must complete the following in order to participate in program activities: � Current Physical � Current TB clearance � Two-Step Process or Chest Xray � Color Blindness Screening � for accommodation purposes only � Immunizations and Titers � Drug Screening � Current CPR card � Current Fire Life Safety Card � Malpractice Insurance � Background Check and OIG/GSA Clearance � any student with questions about background checks should contact the Health Professions and Public Safety office for a confidential opportunity to discuss this based on healthcare settings requirements about background clearances. � Hepatitis B Video � ID Badge Additional details and information about these requirements will be provided to students upon acceptance to the program. Students who have questions prior to applying to the program may contact the Health Professions and Public Safety office for assistance. Degree Student Learning Outcome: Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the core skills and knowledge required for employment as a medical laboratory technician. Continued on the next page. Santa Clarita Community College District 208 CREDIT PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTIONS MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN Program Requirements: Units Required: 58.50 .......................................................Units MLT-110 Clinical Hematology Lecture.............3.0 MLT-110L Clinical Hematology Lab...................1.0 MLT-112 Clinical Urinalysis Lecture................1.0 MLT-112L Clinical Urinalysis Lab......................0.5 MLT-114 Clinical Coagulation Lecture.............1.0 MLT-114L Clinical Coagulation Lab.................0.50 MLT-116 Clinical Microbiology Lecture............3.0 MLT-116L Clinical Microbiology Lab..................1.0 MLT-117 Clinical Immunology Lecture............1.5 MLT-117L Clinical Immunology Lab..................0.5 MLT-119 Clinical Immunohematology Lecture..............................................1.5 MLT-119L Clinical Immunohematology Lab......0.5 MLT-120 Clinical Chemistry I Lecture..............3.0 MLT-120L Clinical Chemistry I Lab....................1.0 MLT-124 Clinical Chemistry II Lecture.............3.0 MLT-124L Clinical Chemistry II Lab...................1.0 MLT-128 Clinical Hematology/Urinalysis/ Coagulation Practicum.....................4.0 MLT-129 Clinical Microbiology Practicum........4.0 MLT-130 Clinical Immunology/Immunohema- tology Practicum...............................3.0 MLT-131 Clinical Chemistry Practicum............4.0 Required electives: BIOSCI-221 Introduction to Microbiology.............5.0 CHEM-151 Preparatory General Chemistry........4.0 OR CHEM-151H Preparatory General Chemistry - Honors..............................................4.0 MLT-050 Phlebotomy......................................3.5 Plus eight units from the following: BIOSCI-201 Introduction to Human Anatomy.......4.0 AND BIOSCI-202 Introduction to Human Physiology........................................4.0 OR BIOSCI-204 Human Anatomy and Physiology I......................................4.0 AND BIOSCI-205 Human Anatomy and Physiology II.....................................4.0