Medical Laboratory Assistants conduct medical laboratory tests and set up, clean and maintain lab equipment. Individuals in this role are typically responsible for collecting blood or other samples from patients, logging patient samples and preparing them for testing, and obtaining tissue samples from patients.This program provides an overview of medical laboratory principles, practices, and operations with a focus on developing medical laboratory skills. Areas of study include anatomy, physiology, communication skills, laboratory safety, specimen collection, storing, transportation, and analysis.
Note: Program length: 4 months (30 hours/week, M-TH) includes 6 week internship. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Minimum of a Canadian high school grade 12 or equivalent high school transcript to be provided (if under the age of 19), or a mature student (certified that the student is 19 years of age or over and has not attended high school in the last twelve months) |
| Application Notes : | Students must pass an entry assessment administered by Herzing College and will be interviewed in detail regarding interest in the program. |
* 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.
