Laboratory Science courses

About Medical Laboratory Technology Science Diploma in College of New Caledonia

Overview

The Medical Laboratory Science Technology Program prepares students to work as medical laboratory technologists.

Medical laboratory technologists are part of a team of clinical heath care professionals. They perform a variety of specialized tests using high-tech equipment that assists physicians in diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease in patients.

Duties include:

• Drawing blood samples from patients
• Preparing a wide variety of sample types for analysis such as blood, body fluids, tissue samples and culture swabs
• Performing the requested testing procedures using a range of testing techniques. Examples: using an automated analyzer to perform chemical measurements; identifying cells and bacteria visually using a microscope
• Interpreting and validating the testing results based on a quality assurance system

As a medical laboratory technologist, you'll perform a variety of specialized tests using high-tech instrumentation to help medical practitioners diagnose, treat, and prevent disease. Professional responsibilities include collecting and preparing specimens for analysis; testing blood, body fluids, tissue samples; and interpreting results. You'll work independently, but as an important part of the health-care team. Educational opportunities include a PostDiploma Bachelor of Science in Medical Lab Technology a Bachelor of Health Sciences. Post-diploma professional development is also offered locally, provincially, and nationally. CNC's Medical Laboratory Technology Science Diploma program is fully accredited. After graduating, you'll be eligible to write the CSMLS national examination to become professionally certified, which qualifies you to work as a medical laboratory technologist anywhere in Canada.

Academic qualification equivalents

• All India Senior School Certificate or Higher Secondary Certificate/Standard 12 or Indian School Certificate (Year 12) as recognized qualifications

English language requirements 

• IELTS:6.0 
• TOEFL:80

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