Program Overview

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University Programs

The university offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines.

Bachelor Programs

• Bachelor of Hospitality Management

Health Care Programs

• Activity Assistant Certificate
• Acute Care for HCAs
• Certificate in Community Mental Health
• Dementia Care
• Dental Assistant Program
• Dental Receptionist
• Gerontology certificate
• Health Care Assistant Program
• Health Care Assistant – Access
• Health Care Assistant – ESL
• Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
• Medical Office Assistant
• Medication Management
• Palliative Care
• Pharmacy Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician Diploma Program
• Diploma in Health Services Administration
• Registered Massage Therapist
• Medical Device Reprocessing technician

Child, Family and Community Support Programs

• Addictions Support Worker Diploma
• Community Support Worker Diploma
• Education Assistant Diploma
• Early Childhood Education (ECE)
• Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA)
• Live in Caregiver

Aesthetics Programs

• Certificate in Makeup Artistry Fundamentals

Aviation Programs

• Airline Cabin Crew Certificate Program
• Private Pilot License
• Flight Instructor Rating Program
• Night Rating
• Commercial Pilot License

Accounting Programs

• Bookkeeping & Accounting
• Canadian Payroll Administration
• Canadian Taxation
• Diploma in Accounting
• Accounting Management Diploma
• QuickBooks for Accounting
• Accounting and Payroll Compliance Professional Certificate

Business Programs

• Certificate in Business Essentials
• Diploma in Business Management
• Diploma in Business Management with Co-Op
• Diploma in Integrated Business Management
• Certificate in International Business

Office Administration Programs

• Certificate in Office Administration
• Keyboarding Skills

Hospitality Programs

• Diploma in Hospitality Management
• Food Service Assistant Certificate

Information Technology Programs

• Basics of Computers
• Cloud Computing Technology
• Network Administrator
• Network Engineer
• Network Support Technician
• Diploma in Computer Science Fundamentals
• Diploma in Information Systems
• Diploma in Digital Technology Solutions

Legal Studies Programs

• Diploma in Paralegal Studies

Warehousing Programs

• Warehouse and Logistics Fundamentals

English Language Programs

• Academic Prep Program
• CLB Test Preparation
• ESL (English as a Second Language)
• IELTS Preparation Program

Medical Laboratory Assistant Program

The Medical Laboratory Assistant Program at Western Community College prepares students to assist in diagnostic procedures by handling and processing biological specimens. The curriculum emphasizes laboratory safety, specimen collection, and quality control, ensuring graduates are ready for roles in medical laboratories.

Program Details

• Training in specimen collection, handling, and processing.
• Understanding of laboratory safety and quality control.
• Preparation for certification and employment in medical laboratories.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Medical Laboratory Assistant Program can work as:

• Medical Laboratory Assistant: Collect and process specimens for testing.
• Phlebotomist: Draw blood samples from patients.
• Laboratory Technician: Assist in laboratory testing and experiments.
• Pathology Assistant: Support pathologists in examining specimens.
• Clinical Support Worker: Provide assistance in clinical laboratory settings.

Admission Requirements

• Grade 12 (High School Diploma) or equivalent Or Mature student status (19 years or more)
• Keyboarding test with a minimum typing speed of 40 gross words per minute
• English Language Proficiency

English Language Proficiency

Students will need to submit a proof of English Language Competency by any one of the following options:

• Secondary Education English 11 with a minimum grade of "C" or higher.
• Evidence that three years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8-12) have been successfully completed in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages.
• Post-Secondary Education Evidence that two years of full-time post-secondary education have been completed in English at an accredited institution in a country where the language of instruction is one of the principal languages.
• Standardized Language Test Achievement of minimum scores on a recognized standardized language test.

Standardized Language Tests

The following language tests are accepted:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Minimum overall score of 5.5 (no less than 5.0 in any module)
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBT: Minimum overall score of 46
• Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Minimum overall score of 40
• Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP): Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5
• Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum overall score of 95
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Minimum overall score of 43
• Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE): Minimum overall score of 160 or "C"
• Cambridge Linguaskill: Minimum overall B2 level
• LANGUAGECERT Academic: Minimum overall B2 level
• The Michigan English Test (MET): Minimum overall B2 level
• iTEP Academic: Minimum overall score of 3.5
• EIKEN: Minimum placement of Grade Pre-1

Accepted Countries for Prior Education

The following countries are recognized for education completed in English:

• American Samoa
• Anguilla
• Antigua and Barbuda
• Australia
• Bahamas
• Barbados
• Belize
• Bermuda
• Botswana
• British Virgin Islands
• Canada
• Cayman Islands
• Dominica
• Falkland Islands
• Fiji
• Gambia
• Ghana
• Gibraltar
• Grenada
• Guyana
• Ireland
• Jamaica
• Kenya
• Lesotho
• Liberia
• Malta
• Mauritius
• Montserrat
• New Zealand
• Nigeria
• Seychelles
• Sierra Leone
• Singapore
• South Africa
• St. Helena
• St. Kitts & Nevis
• St. Lucia
• St. Vincent & the Grenadines
• Tanzania
• Trinidad & Tobago
• Turks & Caicos Islands
• Uganda
• United Kingdom
• US Virgin Islands
• USA
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

Program Outline

The Medical Laboratory Assistant Program consists of the following courses:

• MLA 01: Computer Fundamentals (40 hours)
• MLA 02: Medical Terminology (40 hours)
• MLA 03: Anatomy and Physiology (60 hours)
• MLA 04: Medical Lab Communication/Professional Practice (50 hours)
• MLA 05: Laboratory Fundamentals (60 hours)
• MLA 06: Infection Control and Safety (40 hours)
• MLA 07: Phlebotomy Fundamentals (80 hours)
• MLA 08: Specimen Collection and Handling (80 hours)
• MLA 09: Cardiac Procedures (50 hours)
• MLA 10: Career Planning and Preparation (20 hours)
• MLA 11: Clinical Experience (120 hours)

Program Duration

The program consists of 640 hours and can be completed in 32 weeks.

Fee Structure

The tuition fee for the Medical Laboratory Assistant Program is:

• Domestic Students: $14,400
• International Students: $19,400

Particulars

The tuition fee includes:

• Administration Fee: $250
• Application Fee: $250
• Tuition Fee: $13,100 (Domestic), $18,100 (International)
• Course Materials: $300
• Textbooks: $500
• Books: $175

Finance Options

Western Community College offers various financial aid opportunities, including:

• BC Student Loan
• In-house Financing
• Student Line of Credit
• Scholarships

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Western Community College offers over 65 programs in various fields, including:

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