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Diploma on Laboratory Technician
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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
3.6 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Digital certificate - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Updated 2025

Embark on a comprehensive journey with our Diploma in Laboratory Technician program, meticulously designed to equip you with essential skills and knowledge. Covering a wide array of topics from medical laboratory services and equipment handling to advanced microscopy, safety protocols, and specialised fields like clinical microbiology and haematology, this course ensures you gain a solid foundation. Learn about sterilisation techniques, urinalysis, quality assurance, and much more to become a proficient and confident laboratory technician.

Key Features:

  • CPD Accredited
  • Free Certificate from Reed
  • Developed by Specialist
  • Lifetime Access

Certificates

Digital certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

3
sections
17
lectures
3h 34m
total
    • 1: Introduction to the Course 07:39
    • 2: Medical Laboratory Services 10:52
    • 3: Microscope and How to Use It 09:07
    • 4: Laboratory Equipments (Part-01) 11:33
    • 5: Laboratory Equipments (Part-02) 08:46
    • 6: Laboratory Accidents and Safety 09:07
    • 7: Sterilisation, Disinfection and Decontamination 09:55
    • 8: Solutions Used in Clinical Medical Laboratory 10:07
    • 9: Basic Clinical Microbiology 10:13
    • 10: Basic Parasitology 13:29
    • 11: Urinalysis 19:11
    • 12: Basic Immunology and Immunohematology 21:23
    • 13: Basic Haematology 27:13
    • 14: Basic Haemostasis (Coagulation) 15:36
    • 15: Basic Clinical Chemistry 17:00
    • 16: Quality Assurance 10:50
    • 17: CPD Certificate - Free 01:00

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Description

In this Diploma in Laboratory Technician course, learners acquire essential skills and knowledge for working in medical laboratories. They begin with an introduction to the course, followed by an understanding of medical laboratory services and equipment. Learners delve into using microscopes effectively and handling laboratory accidents safely. They also learn about sterilisation, disinfection, and decontamination procedures crucial for maintaining a sterile environment.

The curriculum covers various aspects of clinical laboratory work, including analysing urine samples (urinalysis), identifying parasites (basic parasitology), and understanding basic microbiology. Learners explore immunology, immunohaematology, and haematology to comprehend blood-related disorders and testing methods. They also study clinical chemistry, focusing on analysing body fluids and performing quality assurance to ensure accurate results.

Overall, this course equips learners with practical skills in handling laboratory equipment, conducting tests accurately, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality in medical laboratory settings.

Course Curriculum:

Section 1: Introduction and Equipment

  • Module 01: Introduction to the Diploma Course
  • Module 02: Overview of Medical Laboratory Services
  • Module 03: Mastering the Microscope
  • Module 04: Laboratory Equipment: Introduction (Part 1)
  • Module 05: Laboratory Equipment: Advanced Use (Part 2)

Section 2: Laboratory Practices and Techniques

  • Module 06: Safety Protocols and Accident Management
  • Module 07: Sterilization, Disinfection, and Decontamination Procedures
  • Module 08: Preparation and Use of Solutions in Clinical Laboratories
  • Module 09: Introduction to Clinical Microbiology
  • Module 10: Fundamentals of Parasitology
  • Module 11: Comprehensive Urinalysis
  • Module 12: Basics of Immunology and Immunohematology

Section 3: Clinical Analysis and Quality Assurance

  • Module 13: Essentials of Haematology
  • Module 14: Understanding Haemostasis and Coagulation
  • Module 15: Principles of Clinical Chemistry
  • Module 16: Ensuring Quality Assurance in the Laboratory

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand role of medical laboratory services in healthcare settings.
  • Identify and operate essential laboratory equipment and instruments accurately.
  • Apply principles of microscope usage for clinical sample analysis.
  • Implement safety protocols to prevent laboratory accidents and ensure workplace safety.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of sterilisation, disinfection, and decontamination procedures.
  • Analyse clinical samples using appropriate solutions and techniques for accurate results.

Who is this course for?

  • Individuals pursuing careers in medical laboratories.
  • Aspiring laboratory technicians and assistants.
  • Students interested in clinical diagnostics and healthcare support roles.
  • Those aiming to work in medical research environments.
  • Anyone seeking specialised training in laboratory sciences.

Career path

  • Laboratory Technician
  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Medical Laboratory Assistant
  • Pathology Technician
  • Clinical Biochemist
  • Microbiology Technician

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