Can 3-year college graduates apply?

Generally yes, if degree and practice requirements are met; confirm with KHPLEI.

When is the license issued?

After the results, through the ministry's issuance process.

Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Korea)

🩺 Nursing & Health By CampusDown Wiki Editorial Team Last updated October 26, 2026

A medical technologist license under Korea's Medical Service Technologists Act, issued by the Minister of Health and Welfare after the KHPLEI national exam.

Contents

1. Exam and eligibility
2. Work and careers
3. FAQ
4. References

Exam and eligibility

Candidates generally need a relevant degree plus required clinical practice; the exam has written and practical parts, with an overall score threshold and per-subject minimums. Eligibility, subjects, pass rules, dates and the governing law can change; always check KHPLEI's current notice and the law in force.

Work and careers

Hospital labs, reference labs, health-screening centers, biotech and public health posts. Compare with Radiological Technologist and Physical Therapist.

FAQ

Can 3-year college graduates apply?: Generally yes, if degree and practice requirements are met; confirm with KHPLEI.
When is the license issued?: After the results, through the ministry's issuance process.

Sources reviewed: 2026-10-26

References

한국보건의료인국가시험원(국시원). https://www.kuksiwon.or.kr
보건복지부. https://www.mohw.go.kr
국가법령정보센터. https://www.law.go.kr

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