MTI Community College - Burnaby

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Medical Lab Assistant

MTI Community College - Burnaby

Faculty:Faculty of Health Care
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Length:44 Week(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $13,789

Description:

The Medical Lab Assistant program delivered by MTI Community College is accredited by the Canadian Medical Association!

As a graduate from our MLA program, you will be competent in all administrative and clinical functions necessary to obtain employment in a medical lab. You will be trained in the collection of specimens from patients, phlebotomy, initial processing preparation and reception services, performance of ECG's and a variety of basic laboratory procedures, which are performed under the supervision of a trained medical laboratory technologist. As a MLA, you are an integral part of the laboratory workforce. You represent the laboratory to the public and, therefore, must exhibit a professional and conscientious demeanour.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade11 Science 
Grade 12 or mature student, Grade 11 Science or Equivalent, Entrance Assessment. TB test clearance report, Hep-B immunization. Completion of a criminal record check, Personal Interview, Keyboarding assessment, Doctor's note of good health.
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5]

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on July 23, 2014