What you'll study
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Course Descriptions
- Lab Safety Theory
- Workplace Communication
- Specimen Handling
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Electrocardiology
- Practical Skills
- Practicum
Introduction to Phlebotomy (MEDL 401V)
This course is the theory component of the collection of blood specimens by venipuncture and skin puncture. It also includes the introduction to the program and roles and responsibilities of MLA’s.
This course includes the terms associated with control of microbiological populations; properties of microbes in the workplace; mechanisms of disease transmission; and methods of protection against and prevention of diseases (infection control).
Workplace Communication (MEDL 405V)
This course covers how to use effective communication skills with patients and members of the health care team including written communication, and an overview of conflict resolution. It also discusses medicolegal and ethical terms; requirements for documentation; knowledge of patients’ rights; requirements for finding of liability; and application of knowledge to situations which may occur in the health care setting.
This course covers the preparation of specimens in the areas of hematology, chemistry, immunohematology, microbiology, cytology and histology.and provides directions to patients, aliquoting, processing and handling of non-blood specimens are included.
Anatomy & Physiology (MEDL 412V)
This course provides an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the human body with a major focus on the major body systems and related disorders and diagnostic tests. These would include the cardiovascular, lymphatic/immune, endocrine, reproductive, urinary, respiratory and digestive systems. Test library, medical terms and conditions, and laboratory terms and measurements are covered.
This course introduces the anatomy and physiology of the heart and electrical conduction system of the heart. It teaches the theory, knowledge and skills necessary to conduct select tests and procedures.
This course, delivered on Saturdays in the Biology lab and on site (hospital and private labs), is the application of theory learned in classroom sessions.
The Practicum component provides an opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge acquired during the program. It gives students first-hand experience in both private and public sector labs.
