| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-08-31 | - |
| 2025-01-15 | - |
Program Overview
Madison College's Biotechnology Laboratory Support Assistant Diploma provides hands-on training for entry-level positions in the biotechnology industry. The program emphasizes workplace skills, technical skills in aseptic working and laboratory instrumentation, and integrates industry advice into its curriculum. Graduates are prepared for careers as lab assistants, biological science aides, laboratory support technicians, and lab operations associates, with over 90% of students placed in related jobs.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview:
- Madison College's Biotechnology Laboratory Support Assistant Diploma offers hands-on training needed for entry-level positions in the biotechnology job market.
- Objectives:
- Provide students with background knowledge and hands-on experience for entry-level support tasks in the biotechnology industry.
- Description:
- Prepares students to perform tasks such as maintaining a clean work environment, working aseptically, safely, and as part of collaborative teams, and producing proper documentation.
Outline:
- Program Content:
- Emphasizes workplace skills in communication, safety, time management, and professionalism.
- Introduces technical skills in aseptic working, media and solution preparation, bacterial culture growth, documentation maintenance, and basic laboratory instrumentation.
- Integrates local industry advice in curriculum development.
- Structure:
- Can be completed in two semesters.
- Offers part-time and full-time attendance options.
- Course Schedule:
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths:
- Lab Assistant: monitoring equipment, sample preparation, glassware, media, and solution preparation.
- Biological Science Aide: instrumentation, glassware, stocks and supplies, experiment setup and takedown, and sample preparation.
- Laboratory Support Technician: maintenance of lab systems and resources, preparation of reagents and solutions.
- Lab Operations Associate: reagent production and testing, assistance in process and method development, characterization, and validation, materials management, packaging, shipping, receiving, and distribution of goods and supplies.
- Opportunities:
- With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as laboratory technicians, production technicians, or QA/QC technicians.
- Over 90% of Madison Area Technical College Biotech students are placed in related jobs.
- Graduates have worked in more than 50 different companies in the Dane County area.
Canadore College
Overview:
Canadore College is a publicly funded college located in North Bay, Ontario, Canada. It offers a wide range of programs and services to students, including diploma, certificate, and apprenticeship programs. The college is known for its commitment to providing students with a high-quality education and a supportive learning environment.
Services Offered:
Canadore College offers a variety of services to support students in their academic and personal endeavors. These include:
Academic Support:
Academic planning, credit transfers, and student success services.Financial Aid:
Scholarships, bursaries, and payment plans.Student Life:
Residence, student clubs, events, and athletics.International Student Support:
Assistance with visa applications, immigration, and cultural adjustment.Career Development:
Career counseling, job search assistance, and internship opportunities.Health and Wellness:
Mental health services, a dental clinic, and fitness facilities.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Canadore College provides a vibrant and engaging campus experience for its students. Students can participate in a variety of activities, including:
Student Clubs and Organizations:
Joining clubs and organizations related to their interests.Events:
Attending social, cultural, and academic events throughout the year.Athletics:
Participating in varsity sports or recreational activities.Residence:
Living on campus in modern, furnished suites.Key Reasons to Study There:
High-Quality Education:
Canadore College is known for its high-quality programs and experienced faculty.Supportive Learning Environment:
The college provides a supportive and inclusive environment for students to succeed.Career-Focused Programs:
Many programs are designed to prepare students for specific careers.Experiential Learning Opportunities:
Students have opportunities to gain practical experience through internships, co-ops, and other hands-on learning experiences.Vibrant Campus Life:
Canadore College offers a variety of activities and events to enhance the student experience.Academic Programs:
Canadore College offers a wide range of academic programs in various fields, including:
Business and Management:
Business Administration, Marketing, Human Resources, and more.Health Sciences:
Nursing, Paramedicine, Dental Hygiene, and more.Technology:
Computer Programming, Electrical Engineering Technology, and more.Trades and Apprenticeship:
Carpentry, Welding, Plumbing, and more.Arts and Design:
Graphic Design, Photography, and more.Other:
- Canadore College has a strong commitment to sustainability and has a goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2031.
- The college has a strong focus on Indigenous education and provides comprehensive support for Indigenous learners.
- Canadore College has a campus in West Parry Sound, Ontario, in addition to its main campus in North Bay.
