Medical Laboratory Technology Department

General Learning Outcomes (GLO):

Students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate professional responsibility by exhibiting organizational skills, accountability, and ethical behavior
2. Evaluate clinical laboratory data by interpreting laboratory results and relating the data to various disease states
3. Demonstrate professional communication skills by relaying lab test information, seeking assistance as needed, and pursuing communication with the appropriate healthcare professional
4. Demonstrate technology skills by operating laboratory equipment for testing, assessing quality assurance for lab equipment, and adhering to standard safety practices in the laboratory environment
5. Operate as a vital member of the medical laboratory team by collaborating effectively, completing assigned tasks, and providing assistance to other team members.
6. Exhibit awareness of diversity in the healthcare field by identifying the individual needs of the patient, applying appropriate accommodations, and recognizing the diversity of the patient’ culture and health circumstances.
7. Exhibit essential employability qualities by demonstrating laboratory safety, analysing laboratory results, and displaying professional conduct.

Program Learning Outcome (PLO)

1. Graduates will apply knowledge of entry-level skills to accurately perform testing in all areas of the medical laboratory.
2. Graduates will evaluate clinical laboratory data and relate that data to various disease processes.
3. Graduates will comply with laboratory safety regulations and standards.
4. Graduates will demonstrate the elements of professionalism to operate as respected members of the health care team.
5. Graduates will employ interpersonal communication skills in relaying laboratory test information and when interacting with patients, lab personnel and other health care professionals.

Minimum requirements for graduation programs include:

• Degree from an accredited university with a GPA of 2.0 or higher on a 4.00 scale (60% or more)