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NEW Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant ACCREDITED 10 MONTH, CERTIFICATE (CAMOSUN COLLEGE EDUCATIONAL COUNCIL APPROVAL, 21 NOV 2018)
Agenda Welcome and Opening Remarks Program Presentation Preparing for your application Questions and answers
Territorial Acknowledgement Camosun College campuses are located on the traditional territories of the Lkwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. We acknowledge their welcome and graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here. Camosun College serves the communities of southern Vancouver Island and the south Gulf Islands that are located on the traditional territories of the Lkwungen (Esquimalt and Songhees), Malahat, Pacheedaht, Scia'new, T’Sou-ke and W̱SÁNEĆ, (Pauquachin, Tsartlip, Tsawout, Tseycum) peoples. Learn more about how Camosun College supports Indigenous students
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program This program prepares graduates for their role as integral members of the healthcare team by providing a broad foundation in laboratory science theory integrated with authentic simulation environments and workplace clinical practicums. Students learn to incorporate exemplary patient and client-centric behaviours while mastering the techniques of blood collection (phlebotomy), analytical sample collection and sample preparation. They will learn to collect and process data required for diagnostic investigations…
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Full-time classes starting in September 2019, with flexible entry beginning in May 2020 One-year Program (most full-time students can complete in 10 months) Entry-level certificate in pre-analytic laboratory sciences with credit transfer* * http://www.bctransferguide.ca/
What do we actually mean when we say
a program is full-time?
Full-Time Enrolment
There are many different guidelines for determining whether a student is a "full-time“ student.
Camosun College's definition of full time is that the student be enrolled in at least 60% of a full-
time course load for his or her program of studies.
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program @ Full-time vs. Full load
Term 1 – max 17 cr, technically 10 (10.1) cr would be considered “full-time”
Term 2 – max 16 cr, technically 10 (9.6) cr would be considered “full-time”
Term 3 – 3 cr, must be completed in 7.5 hr/4 day weeks/7 weeks continuously
What does flexible entry mean? Can I
complete this program part-time*?
Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Student Completes
Full-time Pathway (17cr) Full-time Pathway (16cr) Practicum (3cr) Certificate in 1 year
Flexible Entry, Continuous Flexible Entry, Cont. (7cr) Flexible Entry (6cr)
Completion (6cr)
Flexible Entry, Traditional Flexible Entry, Trad. (6cr) Summer off/break from
Schedule w/ break (7cr) school to work
Semester 4 Semester 5 Semester 6
Full-time Pathway (17cr) Full-time Pathway (16cr) Practicum (3cr) Student Completes
Certificate in 5
Flexible Entry, Continuous Practicum, (3 Cr)
Semesters (20 mo.)
Completion (6cr)
Flexible Entry, Trad. (6cr) Flexible Entry, Trad. (6cr) Practicum (3cr)
Student Completes
* The standard time limit for completion of a credential at Camosun College is twice the normal length of the Certificate in 2 years
program in which the student is enrolled.
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program This program prepares graduates for their role as integral members of the healthcare team by providing a broad foundation in laboratory science theory integrated with authentic simulation environments and workplace clinical practicums. Students learn to incorporate exemplary patient and client-centric behaviours while mastering the techniques of blood collection (phlebotomy), analytical sample collection and sample preparation. They will learn to collect and process data required for diagnostic investigations.
“The study of”
What is Medical
Laboratory
Science?
A medical laboratory
scientist (MLS), also traditionally
referred to as a clinical laboratory
scientist (CLS), is a healthcare
professional who
performs chemical, hematological,
immunologic, histopathological, cy
topathological, microscopic,
and bacteriological diagnostic anal
yses on body fluids such
as blood, urine, sputum, stool, cer
ebrospinal fluid (CSF), peritoneal
fluid, pericardial fluid, and synovial
fluid, as well as other specimens.
Medical laboratory scientists work
in clinical laboratories at hospitals,
reference labs, biotechnology labs
and non-clinical industrial labs.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medical_laboratory_scientist
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program This program prepares graduates for their role as integral members of the healthcare team by providing a broad foundation in laboratory science theory integrated with authentic simulation environments and workplace clinical practicums. Students learn to incorporate exemplary patient and client-centric behaviours while mastering the techniques of blood collection (phlebotomy), analytical sample collection and sample preparation. They will learn to collect and process data required for diagnostic investigations.
“really like”
What do we mean
by authentic
simulation
environments?
A simulation is an imitation of the
operation of a real-world process or
system.
Imitation (from Latin imitatio, "a
copying, imitation"[1]) is an
advanced behavior whereby an
individual observes and replicates
another's behavior. Imitation is also a
form of social learning that leads to
the "development of traditions, and
ultimately our culture. It allows for the
transfer of information (behaviours,
customs, etc.) between individuals.
The term generally refers to conscious
behavior.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SimulationFuture Location at Interurban Campus
Construction as of February 5, 2019
http://camosun.ca/chwFirst Floor Plans for Labs & Classes
First Floor Plans for Labs & Classes
Teaching Clinic Spaces form MLA
Treatment areas
Specimen
used for
Lab Phlebotomy & ECG
Clinic Entry
Client Waiting
AreaClassrooms & Instructor Offices, 2nd Floor
Classrooms & Instructor Offices, 3rd Floor
Simulation and Skills Labs, 4th Floor
http://camosun.ca/about/foundation/together-for-health/index.html
Predicted Occupancy*: September 2019
Sep – Dec 2019 Term 1: Academic term Jan – Apr 2020 Term 2: All courses delivered
coincides with planned building opening. at Interurban campus. In addition to the
Academic courses require face-2-face Teaching Clinic and Specimen Labs, some
components, some classes may have adjusted classes will have blended learning enabled
format, and/or be held in other buildings at and/or may be held in various buildings at
Interurban. (There is a REMOTE possibility Interurban.
that some courses may temporarily continue
at Lansdown, depending on building May – June 2020 Term 3: First Clinical
completion.) Practicum, at a variety of assigned sites across
the Island.
LABS in the new CHW will be in Simulation
Spaces. You’ll experience Acute and Complex May 2020 Term 1: Second intake planned.
Care Spaces in our Simulation Centre, Flexible pathways open.
Outpatient Community Lab Spaces like the *Subject to change depending on the
Teaching Clinic, and in-home spaces. Certificate of Occupancy for the new building.Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program This program prepares graduates for their role as integral members of the healthcare team by providing a broad foundation in laboratory science theory integrated with authentic simulation environments and workplace clinical practicums. Students learn to incorporate exemplary patient and client-centric behaviours while mastering the techniques of blood collection (phlebotomy), analytical sample collection and sample preparation. They will learn to collect and process data required for diagnostic investigations…
Workplace
clinical
practicum =
real employers
LifeLabs and Island Health have
partnered with Camosun
College to provide students with
learning opportunities to
demonstrate their practice
capabilities in both hospital and
community laboratory
environments under the under
direct supervision of qualified
workplace professionals.
You’ll be learning from your
future professional peers.
http://www.lifelabs.com/Workplace
clinical
practicum =
real employers
LifeLabs and Island Health have
partnered with Camosun
College to provide students with
learning opportunities to
demonstrate their practice
capabilities in both hospital and
community laboratory
environments under the under
direct supervision of qualified
workplace professionals.
You’ll be learning from your
future professional peers.
https://www.islandhealth.ca/our-services/medical-laboratory-servicesPossible Practicum Sites &
Regional Laboratory Service Locations
Greater Victoria, including Sooke Central & North Island considered north of Mill BayONE WAITLIST for entry &
ONE LIST for practicum (seats offered do not exceed available placements)
VICTORIA (INCLUDING SOOKE) CENTER/NORTH ISLAND (MILL BAY, NORTH)
Historically up to 2-3 years Often only 0-1 years
Hospitals: Hospitals:
◦ RJH ◦ Duncan
◦ VGH ◦ Nanaimo (NRGH)
◦ Campbell River
LifeLabs:
◦ Geographically near locations LifeLabs:
◦ Same region/city locations
No guarantee for exact locations, students Individuals residing in communities always
will be informed of placement status within 4 given priority for those placements.
weeks of practicum.Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program This program prepares graduates for their role as integral members of the healthcare team by providing a broad foundation in laboratory science theory integrated with authentic simulation environments and workplace clinical practicums. Students learn to incorporate exemplary patient and client-centric behaviours while mastering the techniques of blood collection (phlebotomy), analytical sample collection and sample preparation. They will learn to collect and process data required for diagnostic investigations…
Why do healthcare providers need exemplary patient and client-centric behaviours? Medical Laboratory Assistants are “front line” healthcare workers. This means that they are the face of our organizations, and the first point of contact for many patients and clients. A patient or client’s entire experience can be informed by their initial interaction. A good interaction more often leads to a therapeutic result. Many historically disadvantaged or marginalized groups are fearful of health related services, by applying cultural humility to all of our interactions we can provide exemplary “customer service” to everyone.
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program This program prepares graduates for their role as integral members of the healthcare team by providing a broad foundation in laboratory science theory integrated with authentic simulation environments and workplace clinical practicums. Students learn to incorporate exemplary patient and client-centric behaviours while mastering the techniques of blood collection (phlebotomy), analytical sample collection and sample preparation. They will learn to collect and process data required for diagnostic investigations…
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program This program prepares graduates for their role as integral members of the healthcare team by providing a broad foundation in laboratory science theory integrated with authentic simulation environments and workplace clinical practicums. Students learn to incorporate exemplary patient and client-centric behaviours while mastering the techniques of blood collection (phlebotomy), analytical sample collection and sample preparation. They will learn to collect and process data required for diagnostic investigations…
What kinds of
samples will
you take?
Many diseases have similar signs and
symptoms. Samples of body fluids can
sometimes reveal evidence of
particular microbes or abnormalities
causing illness. This information helps
doctors diagnose disease and tailor
treatments for each individual patient.
You will be exposed to:
Blood
Urine
Cells
Stool
FluidsCertified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program Graduates of the CMLA program will earn a Certificate, which may ladder into a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or be used as a foundational pathway into other Health Science professions. Certified Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLAs) can first expect to find employment as phlebotomists, diagnostic assistants, technical assistants, pathology assistants, and in pre-analytical specimen preparation and management. Further professional opportunities for the certified MLA exist in management, quality control and assurance, education, informatics, and research.
Medical Laboratory Assistant Students in Practice What is an MLA? Medical Laboratory Assistants do all or some of these activities: Front-line patient care Collecting blood samples (phlebotomy) Perform electrocardiograms (ECGs) Set up and conduct routine medical laboratory tests Clean and maintain medical laboratory equipment Some MLAs process and transport specimens and preparing special chemicals called reagents for use in testing.
What certification
qualifications do
MLAs need to
practice in BC or
across Canada?
Employers require graduates’ skills be validated. Students
must achieve all competencies from both the BC and
National MLA certification bodies qualifying them for
Certification in BC through the BCSLS and enabling them to
access the CSMLS National Certification Examination.How much of the Certified Medical Assistant
Program will “ladder” and where?
RIGHT NOW FUTURE WORK
If you are able to qualify for the Medical Any future programs offered within Allied Health &
Radiography Program at Camosun College, four Technologies at Camosun College will include
of your courses, NINE CREDITS directly ladder these four courses; and therefore ladder.
into the Medical Radiography Diploma.
◦ AHLT 104 – Professional Communications in
Students must meet the entry qualifications for
Allied Health (2 credits) the program, but will not have to re-take these
courses.
◦ AHLT 112 – Patient Management in Allied Health
(3 credits) Once a program exists and is registered for
◦ AHLT 134 – Legal & Professional Ethics in Allied articulation, receiving organizations declare how
Health (2 credits) much credit a student will receive in participating
◦ HLSC 264 – Interprofessional Practices in Health programs (e.g. Medical Laboratory Technologist).
Science (2 credits)
Camosun will articulate with anyone willing.ANY COLLEGE CREDITS CAN TRANSFER
What does it
mean to have
my credits
transfer?
All Colleges and Universities
evaluate coursework and
determine what credit a student
will get for courses they have
already completed.
At Camosun this process is
called a Request for Transfer
Credit
Credit equivalencies are also
posted to services like the BC
Transfer Guide
The British Columbia Council on
Admissions & Transfer (BCCAT)
governs credit transfers
between Post-Secondary
institutionsWho keeps track of
all this and ensures
that programs meet
high educational
standards, and
therefore have
exceptional
graduates?
Accreditation
Ensuring graduates will be eligible for
National Certification and regulatory
requirements in BC. The new programming
will be eligible for National Accreditation
and students will have greater portability
and access to jobs
EQual™ Canada
In 2017, Accreditation Canada was selected
by a group of 13 allied health professions
within Canada to provide accreditation
services for education programs. The
program involves a six-stage accreditation
process conducted over a six-year cycle.Program Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant program, students will be able to: ◦ demonstrate the core attributes of a Medical Laboratory Assistant as reflected in professional, provincial, and federal policy, legislation, and regulations. (Professionalism) ◦ collect safely and prepare optimal quality diagnostic specimens by applying their knowledge of laboratory procedures, human anatomy and physiology, pathology, professionalism, communication, and scientific principles. (Knowledge) ◦ manage patient and client interactions proficiently with cultural humility, utilizing best practices in a competent, safe, and responsible manner observing legal and ethical workplace standards. (Safe Practice)
Program Outcomes: ◦ practice appropriate, accurate, effective communication with members of the public and all members of the health care team. (Teamwork) ◦ support and promote a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to providing high quality, patient and client-centered care while ensuring the effective functioning of self. (Communication) ◦ respond independently to challenging and complex situations by evaluating relevant variables to make appropriate decisions or solve problems. (Critical Thinking) ◦ meet the entry to practice requirements of the British Columbia Society for Laboratory Science and Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science for Medical Laboratory Assistants. (Competence)
Delivery Arrangements: Full-Time 24 Seats with 2 seats prioritized for Indigenous students per intake ◦ Please contact an Indigenous Advisor if you think you qualify Eventual target number of intakes/year at steady state: 3 ◦ Starts for Program Year 1: September 2019 (full time only), ◦ Flexible Access Available: As early as May 2020 (part time option available) ◦ Starts for Program Year 2: Sep 2020, Jan 2021 Up to 6 Part-Time Seats* possible w/o altering practicum placements *not available until after May 2020
Delivery Arrangements: All courses operate with blended delivery to facilitate access, labs groups sectioned ◦ One section all labs occur on F/Sat only (section prioritized for Center/North Applicants) ◦ One section all labs occur on M-Th Nights only ◦ One section all labs occur on M-Th Days only ALL students participate in a FULL TIME 7 week final practicum (30 hrs/week) Students who do not successfully complete their practicum, may be eligible to immediately re-take the course (no one year re-entry penalty). Students retaking, or delayed in attending practicum require skill verification prior to re-entering the clinical environment.
CMLA Application Requirements
You’ve sold me!
What do I need to Requirement
English
High school course
B in English 12
Camosun course
B in ENGL 091 and ENGL 093
Alternative
Camosun
one of: B in English First Peoples 12 B in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094 assessment
B in English Language B in ENGL 092 and ENGL 096 External assessment
Proficiency B in ENGL 103 and ENGL 104
Non-BC high school B in ENGL 142
B in ELD 092 and ELD 094
B in ELD 097
We increased application B in ELD 103 and ELD 104
requirements to be inline with other
Math B in Foundations of Math and B in MATH 039 * Camosun
Colleges and Universities in Canada one of: B in MATH 053
offering similar programming. Pre-Calculus 10 assessment
Non-BC high school
We also increased application Biology C in Biology 12 C in BIOL 103 (BIOL 090)
requirements to ensure students had one of:
more of the foundational skills needed Chemistry C in Chemistry 11 C in CHEM 100 (CHEM 070)
to understand and apply basic one of:
anatomy, biology, and chemistry to
their studies. Medical Terminology B in MOA 155 Completion of a
one of: course consisting of a
Students weak in English language minimum of 60 hours
development struggle in the with a letter grade of
classroom, clinically, and often find it B or higher
difficult to obtain employment. Grade 12** Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
Physical Completed Physical Requirements Online Form
Graduates of the CMLA program will Requirements
have transferable courses as well as Info Session*** Attendance at a Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant program Information Session
transferable skills allowing them to and completion of the online questionnaire
ladder into other allied health and
Experience**** 40 hours of volunteer work in a patient related environment
laboratory science careers.A few details about the Admission Requirements It is highly recommended that the academic admission requirements be completed within the past five years. If more than five years have elapsed, upgrading in the required subjects can significantly improve student success. * MATH 039 focuses on workplace mathematics calculations common in allied health professions and crucial in medical laboratories. It does not require a math assessment as a prerequisite. It can be used as a prerequisite to MATH 052 AND the upcoming CHEM 070 for students wishing to build their application qualifications for this & other allied health programs. ** Grade 12 (High School) graduation is a condition of employment for the Hospital Employees Union (HEU) and the British Columbia Government Employees Union (BCGEU) approved Medical Laboratory Assistant, Technical Assistant, and Laboratory Assistant job descriptions common to both health authority and private employers in BC. *** An online option of the Information Session is available for anyone unable to attend in person.
**** Volunteer Hours: What should they look like and where am I going to get them? The type of volunteer work required of applicants is that of an "interactive" role rather than an "informational" role; interacting with patients on a more personal level. Activities like reading to patients, playing games (cards, bingo, etc.), providing for their non-medical needs (assistance with wheelchairs, mobility, etc.) are ideal. The best environment to gain this all-inclusive sensory experience of sounds, smells and sights of the hospitalized patient is within an institutional care setting (hospital or residential care home). Individuals having prior work experience (health care assistants, nurses, physicians, paramedics, etc.) in acute or direct patient care environments may submit a letter of recommendation filled out by a direct supervisor or provide a work record and job description describing their role and responsibilities performed in lieu of the volunteer hours. The applicant must submit a letter from the facility supervisor (Volunteer Coordinator) confirming at least 40 volunteer hours and the role and responsibilities performed. Some facilities may require more than 40 hours of volunteer time in order for this letter to be provided – e.g., Island Health Volunteer Program typically requires 60 hours. There are also many private long term care and residential care facilities that welcome volunteers.
What is the purpose of the physical
requirements form?
Medical Laboratory professionals must be able to:
◦ exert fine motor control;
◦ perform exacting physical tasks repetitively, with precision;
◦ safely lift and move incapacitated patients or heavy lab equipment;
◦ stand for long periods of time;
◦ demonstrate good visual depth perception and discernment of color scale;
◦ work in an environment containing chemicals that may provoke sensitivity reactions;
The Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program includes classroom, laboratory and clinical
experiences that impart necessary knowledge and skills for practice in the field. Training includes non-
invasive exercises such as participation in clinical simulations as well as invasive training such as
participation in venipuncture exercises.
These exercises will:
◦ be explained or demonstrated by an instructor, staff member, or other assigned qualified personnel;
◦ involve students (EACH OTHER), staff members, clinical personnel, or consenting volunteers as subjects;
◦ be conducted in an environment appropriate for learning;
◦ be supervised;
◦ require that students be prepared and employ due care and attention in their completion.Students supervised by qualified, practicing MLAs in a variety of environments to simulate real practice situations.
Students practicing venipuncture on each other in the classroom during skills labs.
Who are our learners? Ages range from 17 – 55+ (first & changing career students) 70-83% Female, 17-30% Male 7-19% Declared Aboriginal Students 7-19% Students Officially Supported by the Centre for Accessible Learning (Please Register Early!) Historically High Graduation & Employment Rates
BC Student Outcomes
A look at the future job market: https://www.workbc.ca/jobs-careers/explore-careers/browse-career-profile/3212
The difference between Casual & Continuing work Casual or on-call work Work only when needed, often on short notice Advantages: remain in workforce, keep skills current, may lead to more regular work Potential disadvantages: unpredictable income, problems scheduling other commitments and responsibilities, insufficient time to finish projects or for sense of belonging Continuing Full or Part-time work Usual a fixed workweek of either less than or more than 30 hours or more at a main/only job Advantages: security, predictable income, benefits, sense of belonging Potential disadvantages: limited flexibility and control Types of Employment in BC
http://www.payscale.com/research/CA/Job=Laboratory_Assistant/Hourly_Rate
What will https://www.bcgeu.ca/home#contact-wrapper
YOU earn? https://www.heu.org/
http://www.heabc.bc.ca/Page20.aspx#.W5veic5KhhELocal Job Prospects
ISLAND HEALTH LIFELABS
Community Labs, Mobile
Hospital Labs, Patient Care Centers, Acute Care,
Collections, also referred to as
Emergency, Operating Rooms
“Clinical Technical Assistants”
Hospital Employee Union (HEU)
BC Government Employees Union
Starting @ $22.46 (BCGEU)
About $35,038*/year @ 30 hrs/wk Starting @ 21.91
About $34,180*/year @ 30 hrs/wk
*Neither estimate includes shift differentials or
other benefits included in Collective AgreementsWhere could you go from here? Medical laboratory assistants are employed by: ◦ Hospital and Community laboratories ◦ Canadian Blood Services locations ◦ Doctor’s offices ◦ Institutions, universities and government laboratories participating in research ◦ Insurance Companies, mobile collections Most medical laboratory assistants work 35–40 hours per week, MLAs working in hospitals rotate shifts to work nights, weekends, holidays and on-call work may be required to cover emergencies. Some MLAs advance to become Cardiology Technologists with additional education MLAs sometimes pursue additional education and become Medical Laboratory Technologists
MLAs are Qualified Professionals Currently, MLAs do not have to be certified to work in B.C. However, employers in B.C. typically require MLAs to be certified graduates of one of the British Columbia Society of Laboratory Science’s (BCSLS) approved programs or have demonstrated equivalency. In the future, MLAs in B.C. may need to register with a professional College. Read more about the College of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technologists in order to be prepared for the future of Medical Laboratory Assistant practice in BC. Follow the link below to learn more about applying for certification and membership in BCSLS.
Term Theme Practice Procedures Principles Professional Practice Total Hours
MLAB 121 MLAB 139
MLAB 117
Laboratory & Pre-Analytics &
Medical Laboratory
Phlebotomy Skills 1 Laboratory
Procedures 1 AHLT 104
(LAB) Principles AHLT 112
3 hours theory IST 120 Professional 24 Hrs./Week
1 hr online theory 3 hours theory Patient Management
Skill Introduction 2 hours lab 8:1 3 hours theory Communication 13 Hrs. Theory
Term 1 Lab 8:1 2 hours lab 8:1 2 hours theory
& Development 3 CR 3 CR 1 hour lecture 11 Hrs. Lab
4 hours/week = 3 3 CR 2 hours lab
(Intro to Phleb, Lab (Indigenization) 1 hours lab 17 CR
CR (Micro, specimens, 3 CR
Safety, Procedural 2 CR
(Applied Skills in cytology, &
Theory, EHR)
Phlebotomy) chemistry)
MLAB 151 MIDS 167
MLAB 147
Laboratory & MLAB 173 Basics of ECG
Medical Laboratory
Phlebotomy Skills 2 Laboratory 3 hours theory
Procedures 2 AHLT 134 HLSC 264
1 hr online theory Pathophysiology 2 hours lab 23 Hrs./Week
3 hours theory Legal & Professional Interprofessional
Lab 8:1 4 hours theory 3 CR 15 Hrs. Theory
Practice 2 hours lab Ethics in Allied Practices
Term 2 4 hours/week = 3 3 CR (Skill Foundations, 8 Hrs. Lab
Readiness 3 CR Health 2 hours seminar
CR (Pathology of Electrocardiology 2 Hrs. Seminar
(Advanced Phleb, 2 hours online 1.5 CR
(Teaching Clinic testing and analysis, Applications, and 16 CR
POC Collections, 1.5 CR (Interdisciplinary)
Use what values require Interpretation of
Incl. Quality
Phleb & ECG) alerting MLT) Errors & Artifacts)
Management)
PRAC 180
Clinical (4
Days/week - 7.5 33 Hrs./Week
Competency hrs/day) x 7 weeks 30 Hrs. Clinical
Term 3
Attainment Total Practicum 3 Hrs. Online
(210 hrs) 3 CR
3 hrs online
3 CRProgram Content: Term 1
AHLT “Allied Health” - 104 (formerly MRAD 104)
Professional Communication for Allied Health
In this course, students engage in activities a) communicate professionally with members of
the public and health care team within their role
that develop professionalism, reflective and scope.
practice, and interpersonal communication
b) respond professionally to human diversity and
skills essential to the role of allied health varied health conditions within the clinical
professionals. Students use dynamic environment.
learning experiences to practice c) discuss the necessity for allied health
compassionate, caring, and professional professionals to respond in a culturally safe
interactions with the public and the health manner, respecting and acknowledging the
diverse personal histories of First Nations, Inuit
care team. and Métis peoples.
d) demonstrate professionally appropriate
responses to conditions preventing successful
rapport in therapeutic and interpersonal
relationships through reflection and discussion.AHLT – 112 (formerly MRAD 112)
Patient Management for Technologists
In this course, students engage in activities a) accurately and effectively communicate essential patient
information of normal and varied patient health conditions to
that develop knowledge of basic patient care other health care professionals.
and assessment skills, operation of bedside b) apply the principles of infection control and best practices
equipment, infection control, and safe body during all patient encounters and throughout the clinical
mechanics needed while performing the setting.
duties of an allied health professional. c) apply the principles of safe body mechanics and best
Students will practice and demonstrate practices to minimize risk of preventable injuries to patients
or self while maintaining supportive and therapeutic
competence in a variety of skills during equipment and accessories.
simulated lab experiences to prepare them for d) recognize and respond appropriately to normal and varied
patient interactions during their clinical patient health conditions and patients of different abilities
practicums. that may be encountered by allied health professionals.
e) recognize and respond appropriately to pharmaceutical
impacts on patient management within the role and scope of
allied health professionals.IST – 120
Understanding Indigenous People
TELŦIN TŦE WILNEW, a SENĆOŦEN phrase 1. Describe colonization and the impact of this process
meaning “Understanding Indigenous People.” on the Indigenous people of BC and Canada and on
This unique, award-winning course is intended for the student’s experience with Indigenous peoples;
students unfamiliar with Indigenous world-views. 2. Evaluate and articulate the ways in which their
Participants will learn from Indigenous people values and beliefs align or conflict with Indigenous
about Indigenous worldviews and colonization ways of seeing, being, doing, and relating;
through video, audio interviews, radio shows and
scholarly articles. The purpose of the course is to 3. Identify and describe similarities and differences
between, and across, Indigenous worldviews and
dispel stereotypes and myths, to enable learners settler worldviews.
to understand the experience of Indigenous
peoples in a Canadian context, and to equip them 4. Identify and build on practices/ways that foster
with the knowledge and skills to begin to interact mutually respectful relationships in community and
respectfully with Indigenous peoples in the workplace.
community and in the workplace. Discussions are
conducted in circle format with an Indigenous
facilitator.MLAB “Medical Laboratory” – 117
Medical Laboratory Procedures 1
In this course, students learn about laboratory a) compare and contrast the duties, roles, and
responsibilities of Certified Medical Laboratory
professionals and their role in the diagnosis and Assistants (CMLA) in community clinics and hospitals.
treatment of human disease. Building on a
general knowledge of human anatomy, students b) apply knowledge of venous anatomy and blood
components to identify, describe, and perform the
take a closer look at the venous system and the correct procedures and various techniques for blood
components of circulating blood in the human collection and sample preparation.
body. Using the basic components of laboratory c) apply the components of laboratory testing
testing procedures, students integrate procedures (professionalism, interpreting requests,
foundational technical skills for specimen planning and preparing for collecting procedures,
collecting with safe work practices and establishing patient relationships, performing
collection procedures, and pre-analytical
professional behaviors. Students demonstrate preparation) to patient case-based scenarios
critical clinical and laboratory safety indicators, simulating common practice situations.
display appropriate levels of decision-making, d) discuss the implications of varied patient health
and use therapeutic communication strategies conditions (physical and emotional) on all patient
by practicing their skills on each other. and client interactions commonly encountered by
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistants.MLAB – 121
Laboratory & Phlebotomy Skills 1
In this course, students learn basic a) demonstrate the ability to use correct procedures
and techniques in obtaining specimens for analysis.
phlebotomy and specimen collection
b) demonstrate knowledge of correct protocols and
skills by practicing these techniques on procedures for processing, transporting and storing
each other. Students develop the specimens obtained during practice.
manual dexterity and workplace c) demonstrate the correct use of and maintenance for
laboratory and clinic equipment used in specimen
behaviours required through a hands- management.
on approach to learning in authentic d) apply and convey basic anatomic knowledge,
outpatient clinic and critical care laboratory principles, patient considerations,
communication skills, and professional best practices
environments. Students learn to of a Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant under the
demonstrate critical clinical and direct supervision of instructors.
laboratory safety indicators under the e) successfully complete the required number of
direct supervision of instructors with technically accurate venipunctures resulting in
eligibility for performing collections on members of the
supportive online modules. public.MLAB – 139
Pre-Analytics & Laboratory Principles
In this course, students examine the a) describe the equipment (including
accessories) and components commonly found
function and safe operation of in medical laboratory departments, and explain
how they interrelate to produce diagnostic
laboratory and accessory analytical analysis of specimens.
equipment found in the medical b) identify and demonstrate the skills necessary
laboratory environment. Students for proper collection and preparation of
specimens other than blood for distribution to
explore technical and biological clinical laboratory departments.
principles affecting the preparation and c) explain the influence of correct labeling and
quality of samples. By focusing on handling procedures, selecting appropriate
collection tubes, order of draw, preparation,
chemical analysis and reagents, students and aseptic technique on accurate results.
will learn how and why blood products d) discuss problem solving and troubleshooting
and other samples are collected, for analytical errors based on incorrect labeling
and handling procedures, improper selection of
prepared, handled, stored, packaged and collection tubes, incorrect order of draw,
transported in the pre-analytical phase. preparation errors, and poor aseptic technique.Program Content: Term 2
AHLT – 134 (formerly MRAD 134)
Legal & Professional Ethics for Allied Health
In this course, students engage in a) compare and contrast the scope of
learning activities illustrating the legal practice for allied health professionals
across Canada to comply with legal and
responsibilities of allied health ethical standards in health care settings.
practitioners to promote ethical,
compassionate, and caring service to the b) describe best practices, standards of
practice, ethical codes, accreditation
public. Students use online discussions standards, and federal and provincial
and projects to apply legal and ethical legislations relevant to allied health
workplace standards using case study professionals across Canada surrounding
scenarios. To further their understanding, the protection of the public.
students examine how federal and c) discuss current and emerging ethical
provincial legislation and regulations issues impacting health care relevant to
affect the practice of analytical, practice.
diagnostic, and therapeutic medicine.HLSC “Health Science” – 264 (formerly MRAD 264)
Interprofessional Practices for Health Sciences
In this seminar course, students design a) engage in interdisciplinary
their own learning experiences to learning and teaching to promote
develop interprofessional practice optimal patient & client
behaviours. Students also participate outcomes.
in interdisciplinary learning and
teaching events hosted by the school. b) plan and develop activities
Focus is on students creating that promote interprofessional
interprofessional opportunities for collaboration.
themselves and others with instructor
facilitation and guidance. c) promote interprofessional
collaboration for health science
professionals.Interprofessionalism & Interdisciplinarity The Teaching Clinic was visioned as a space where students from many different programs, across different schools and disciplines would interact together to learn from, with and about each other in a client/patient centric environment in addition to high fidelity simulation.
“Medical Imaging & Diagnostic Sciences”
MIDS – 167 Basics of Electrocardiography
In this course, students examine the a) identify and describe the relationship of
cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology
anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the to lead placement and recorded results.
electrical conduction system of the heart.
b) safely and correctly prepare patients,
Students learn the theory and skills apply leads, operate, calibrate, and maintain
necessary to conduct diagnostically equipment used for cardiac testing.
acceptable electrocardiograms (ECGs) on c) apply and convey corrective actions or
patients and clients with diverse alternate methodology for a sub-optimal ECG
conditions and capabilities. Students learn accounting for common errors and known
causes of anomalies.
to correctly recognize and respond to
errors and pathologies commonly d) successfully complete the required
number of technically accurate
discovered during 12 lead ECG recordings electrocardiograms resulting in eligibility for
and 24 hour Holter monitoring. clinical practicum.MLAB – 147
Medical Laboratory Procedures 2
In this course, students continue to develop and a) demonstrate keyboarding proficiency while
performing the duties of a Certified Medical Laboratory
enhance their collecting skills using advance Assistant.
phlebotomy techniques and point of care b) identify and discuss the use of information
procedures. Students experience what it is like management, e.g. Laboratory Information Systems (LIS),
electronic technologies, verbal and written information
to work in community laboratories and hospitals within medical laboratory services.
through case-based simulation learning and c) identify and explain the nature and purpose of
integrated laboratory practice. Students learn following standard operating procedures, policies, and
protocols on specimen integrity.
how Laboratory Information Systems (LIS),
specimen accessioning, and accurate data entry d) perform Quality Improvement, Quality Assurance,
and Quality Control measures in the medical laboratory
within electronic health records relates to simulation environment and discuss the purpose of
optimal outcomes. Students learn how Certified Quality Management.
Medical Laboratory Assistants participate in e) apply the components of laboratory testing
promoting Quality Management in the procedures (professionalism, interpreting requests,
planning and preparing for collecting procedures,
workplace. establishing patient relationships, performing collection
procedures, and pre-analytical preparation) to patient
case-based scenarios simulating complex practice
situations with LIS fluency.MLAB – 151
Laboratory & Phlebotomy Skills 2
In this course, students continue to develop a) demonstrate the ability to use correct
procedures and techniques in obtaining
mastery of basic phlebotomy and specimen specimens for analysis in a variety of
collection skills by practicing these techniques on environments on patients of varying capability
each other. Students enhance their critical and complexity.
thinking and decision-making skills by executing b) demonstrate knowledge of correct protocols
increasingly difficult simulated collection and procedures for collecting, processing,
scenarios using their knowledge of human transporting and storing specimens obtained
during practice.
behaviour, professional communication, and
patient management. Students demonstrate c) demonstrate the correct use of and
maintenance for laboratory and clinic
critical clinical and laboratory safety indicators in equipment used in specimen management.
a variety of collecting environments simulating
outpatient, inpatient, and in-home community d) apply and convey basic anatomic
knowledge, laboratory principles, patient care
collections under the direct supervision of considerations, communication skills, and
instructors with supportive online modules. professional best practices of a Certified
Medical Laboratory Assistant under the direct
supervision of instructors.MLAB – 173
Laboratory Pathophysiology
a) demonstrate knowledge of a test library for
In this course, students review anatomic obtaining information required to collect and
systems and the discuss pathologies handle specimens.
commonly investigated by the medical b) discuss the nature and effects of
pathophysiologic processes on the human body as
laboratory due to disease and trauma. they pertain to the analysis conducted in medical
laboratories and specimen handling.
Students will focus on learning how the
c) organize commonly occurring pathological
library of tests required in hematology, conditions investigated in laboratory sciences into
chemistry, transfusion medicine, the divisions of hematology, transfusion medicine,
histology, cytology, and microbiology and describe
histology, cytology, and microbiology the nature of each.
provides physicians with critical d) apply knowledge of commonly investigated
pathological conditions as they pertain to the
information for diagnosing, treating, and components of laboratory testing procedures
(professionalism, interpreting requests, planning
monitoring health conditions. and preparing for collecting procedures,
establishing patient relationships, performing
collection procedures, and pre-analytical
preparation).Program Content: Term 3 • Students participate in a FULL TIME 7 week final practicum (7.5 hours/day, 4 days/week – total 30 hrs clinical/week) • Students who do not successfully complete their practicum, may be eligible to immediately re-take the course (no one year re-entry penalty) • Students retaking, or delayed in attending practicum require skill verification prior to re-entering the clinical environment.
PRAC “Practicum” - 180 CMLA Clinical Practicum (Description) During clinical practicum, students integrate knowledge from all previous program courses, laboratory, and simulation experiences to achieve the entry to practice standards of the British Columbia Society of Laboratory Science and the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science. Students demonstrate their practice capabilities in both hospital and community laboratory environments under the under direct supervision of qualified workplace professionals. Using feedback received from their designated workplace mentors, students examine and analyze their progress to improve future practice.
PRAC “Practicum” - 180
CMLA Clinical Practicum (Outcomes)
a) demonstrate professionalism in a variety of d) communicate effectively with patients and
settings by adhering to laboratory best clients, other members of the public, and all
practices, workplace protocols and procedures, members of the health care team while
and all school policies and guidelines. performing the duties of the Medical
Laboratory Assistant.
b) apply knowledge of laboratory procedures,
human anatomy and physiology, pathology, e) recognize appropriate learning
professionalism, communication, and scientific opportunities within the clinical practice
principles to safely collect and prepare optimal setting to expand on and maintain clinical
quality diagnostic specimens. competence through reflective practice.
c) use best practices for managing patient and f) demonstrate entry to practice
client interactions in a competent, safe, and requirements of the British Columbia Society
responsible manner observing legal and ethical for Laboratory Science and Canadian Society
workplace standards. for Medical Laboratory Science for Medical
Laboratory Assistants.Participation Requirements A negative TB skin test or chest x-ray is required prior to the first clinical experience. All students must have received a "clear" criminal record check letter from the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General. Any Criminal Record Check done outside the College will NOT be accepted and will result in additional costs to the student. No refund is given if a student cannot participate due to the CRC. Students are highly recommended to maintain current immunizations as per the Practice Education Guidelines of B.C. Hepatitis B vaccination is highly recommended and is available at local health clinics or through a physician. Influenza vaccination is highly recommended and is available at local health clinics or through a physician.
Costs As of September 2019, all costs are approximate and subject to change
Tuition $13,742.55
Application Fees $43
Student Fees $45.93 per month, plus $254 per year for health and dental benefits
Text Books $500-700
Expendable Supplies $100
Paper, binders, pens, photocopying, discs, printer cartridges etc.
Name Tag, Uniforms & Shoes $200-$500
(Students must purchase uniforms at Camosun College Bookstore)
Certification/Professional Fees (BCSLS membership) $85
Certification/Professional Fees (CSMLS National Certification Exam) $190-390
Program Requirements (up to) $350
(Criminal Record Check, TB test, Mask Fit Testing, Immunizations, etc.)
This total does not include parking, travel costs, relocating, or living accommodations while at school OR
practicum.Financial Aid Credit, full-time programming NOW eligible for Canada & BC Student Loans ◦ Up to $5440/single person w/o dependents who demonstrates maximum need/term ◦ Persons w/ dependents may receive more ◦ Certain social programs and other forms of assistance now eligible ◦ If you are working full time, you probably won't be eligible for the maximum award External Funds are available from a wide variety of generous donors who offer bursaries, awards, and scholarships ◦ http://camosun.ca/services/financial-aid/awards/external-funds.html Camosun Awards for graduates of the MLA program ◦ Kathleen Jo-Anne Brown-Huhtala Memorial Award ◦ LifeLabs Award ◦ http://camosun.ca/learn/school/health-human-services/awards.html#MLA
Attributes that Contribute to Success cont. Competence in written and oral English Fluent computer skills – reliable access to a personal computer & internet Ability to manage time commitment to school & study Financial security – not having to work during the program Learn more about the profession; read and talk to people who are Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLAs) Enhanced anatomy knowledge, spatial reasoning
Attributes that Contribute to Success Strong sense of responsibility – caring nature – interest in well-being of others, particularly the sick and injured Excellent communication/interpersonal skills Strong problem solving skills and ability to function as part of a team Ability to cope in stressful environments and situations Empathy, ethics, and self-knowledge Ability to cope with disturbing scenarios (e.g. trauma, surgery) Adaptability and change resilience Excellent physical fitness and mental acuity
Attributes that Contribute to Success Detail oriented Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to follow strict procedures A high level of accuracy in work procedures Ability to maintain concise records Customer Service Training & Background Evidenced based decision making, research mindset https://www.workbc.ca/Labour-Market-Industry/Skills-for-the-Future- Workforce.aspx#competencies
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