Program Overview and Objectives:
This one-year full-time certificate course is designed to provide aspiring medical laboratory technologists with practical exposure to advanced diagnostic technologies used in clinical laboratories today. The program focuses on:
- Offering hands-on experience with widely-used diagnostic modalities.
- Enhancing the employability of candidates through structured, Practical training
Expected Competencies Upon Completion of Course:
Candidates of this course will be proficient in:
- Phlebotomy training using correct technique and appropriate containers
- Evaluating samples for pre-analytical acceptance criteria
- Processing specimens in accordance with the testing requirements (following standard operating procedure)
- Operating a variety of diagnostic analysers and performing laboratory tests and LIS Operation
- Applying quality control (QC) measures, managing outliers, and interpreting QC data (Unity Software)
- Understand accreditation standards (ISO:15189) and implement a Quality Management System (QMS)
- Safely handling and disposing of biological samples post-retention
- Adhering to laboratory safety guidelines
- Maintaining basic inventory management practices
- Bio Medical Waste Management
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications:
- M.Sc. Biotechnology
- DMLT/BMLT/MLT
- B.Tech Biotechnology
Course Duration: One Year (Full-Time)
Course Structure:
The training will be rotational and structured over 12 months as follows:
- Phlebotomy and Sample Management - 2 month
- Biochemistry and Special Biochemistry - 2 months
- Hematology and Flowcytometry - 2 months
- Histopathology & Cytopathology - 2 months
- Microbiology & Serology - 2 months
- Molecular Pathology and Cytogenetics - 2 month
Theory Sessions:
- 6 sessions per week (30 minutes each)
- Topics include Quality, Safety, and other relevant technical subjects
- Internal assessments will be conducted periodically (Quarterly)
Selection Process:
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview
- If the number of applicants exceeds the intake capacity, a written test followed by an interview will be conducted
Disclaimer:
Completion of the course does not guarantee employment at the training institution.
Financial Details:
Course fee:
₹60,000 + 18% GST applicable (payable in up to two instalments)
Note: No accommodation or additional expenses are covered
Stipend :
₹6,000 per month
Certification:
A certificate will be awarded upon:
Minimum 80% attendance
Successful completion of a final assessment (written, practical, and viva)