An evaluation of a non-traditional, self-contained Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program at Hudson Valley Community College is presented. This community based associate degree program has used simulated laboratories for 26 years and is seeking initial accreditation through a national accrediting agency. Until recently allied health programs in MLT were traditional programs designed with the clinical practice component affiliated with hospitals. Current change in health care delivery systems and reduced enrollments in the health science fields have caused many affiliate institutions to reassess their laboratory programs. The minimum standards necessary for accreditation of the Hudson Valley program and examples of the requirements are discussed. Evaluation issues include how well the MLT program compares with the standards set forth in the "Essentials and Guidelines of an Accredited Education Program for the Medical Laboratory Technician" and how well it achieves its stated goals (successful employment as entry level medical laboratory technicians and transfer into baccalaureate degree programs). The process evaluation results indicate: (1) overall, all graduates met or exceeded expectations as a career entry medical technician and (2) transfer into Medical Technology programs remain the most successful transfer agreement. The Hudson Valley Community College MLT program is comparable or superior to other traditional programs utilizing affiliate settings. (SM)