Program Overview

Medical Laboratory Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma program

Program Description

The Medical Laboratory Technology program prepares students to become integral members of the health care team as Registered Medical Laboratory Technologists. Through a blend of classroom learning, laboratory activities, and clinical placements, students develop the knowledge, technical, and critical thinking skills essential to safely and reliably collect and analyze patient samples in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Program Information

• Duration: 3 Years
• Credential: Ontario College Advanced Diploma
• Program Delivery: Full-time
• Program Delivery Method(s): In person

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status
• Grade 12 Mathematics (C or U)
• Grade 12 English (C or U)
• Grade 11 or 12 Biology (C or U)
• Grade 12 Chemistry (C or U)

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program may find employment in a variety of settings and roles, including:

• Medical laboratory technologist in hospitals, private and public medical laboratories
• Sales and service of equipment used in medical laboratories
• Quality control technicians in a variety of industries
• Research assistants, lab technicians in research environments, pharmaceutical companies
• Public health consultancy

Accreditation

The Medical Laboratory Technology Advanced Diploma at Georgian College has been awarded "Registered" status through EQual Accreditation, a branch of Accreditation Canada – Healthcare Accreditation Body.

Course Overview

• 33 Program Courses
• 2 Clinical Placements
• 2 Communications Courses
• 3 General Education Courses

Program-Specific Courses

• BIOL 1044 – Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Terminology
• BIOL 1045 – Molecular Techniques
• MATH 1045 – Medical Laboratory Mathematics
• MLAB 1000 – Quality Assurance and Control
• MLAB 1001 – Lab Equipment and Safety

Related Programs

• Medical Laboratory Assistant
• Biotechnology – Health
• Pre-health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees
• Practical Nursing

Tuition and Fees

Visit our tuition and fees page for detailed information on the cost to attend Georgian.

Work-Integrated Learning

This program includes a clinical placement component where you’ll get clinical experience under the supervision of an experienced registered or licensed professional.

Additional Information

Prior to beginning clinical placements, students must complete the following:

• A mask fit test, renewed every two years
• Level HCP CPR and Standard First Aid (On-line courses are not acceptable)
• Up-to-date immunization records in compliance with the Public Hospitals Act
• An up-to-date clear criminal reference check and vulnerable sector screen (renewed regularly so that it is never more than 6 months old)