Upon successful completion of the course, the Learner will be able to:

• Apply the principles of routine laboratory practices in accordance with laboratory safety standards
• Perform automated and manual laboratory testing under the supervision of a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT); identify sources of interference, and initiate corrective actions as delegated
• Identify, document and report deficiencies that may affect the quality of analysis
• Demonstrate understanding of point-of-care techniques; identify sources of error, interference, and initiate corrective actions as delegated
• Recognize malfunctions in equipment/instruments; initiate and document corrective actions
• Apply the principles of Quality Assurance to laboratory analysis and take appropriate follow-up action where required
• Demonstrate effective problem-solving/trouble-shooting strategies and initiate appropriate follow up actions

Hybrid delivery will have online content, with weekly synchronous sessions that will be held in the evening, along with three weekend sessions that will be spread over the 12 weeks. Assessments will include theory and lab, with written (quizzes and final exam) and competency assessment in the lab.

As participants are supported by employers, there is an expectation that knowledge and skill acquired will be incorporated into opportunities to practice and demonstrate within the lab.

This program is intended for Medical Laboratory Assistants / Technicians who, with the support of their employers, have demonstrated an interest in the Hematology area and would like to achieve a micro credential in Hematology.

The course will run from the 13th of January, 2025 to the 4th of April, 2025. The in-person sessions are February 15-16, March 15-16 and March 29-30.

Aladdin Elzubeir

Applications to the Hematology Micro Credential must be submitted via Michener Self-Service by November 4, 2024.

All supporting documents including the Hematology Applicant Experience Checklist must be submitted by November 11, 2024. For more information on admission and document requirements, please refer to ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS section of this page.

• Educational requirement Applicants must demonstrate successful completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) or technician program of study from a Canadian institution which was, at the time of graduation, accredited or approved by the Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO). Clinical Experience requirement Applicants must meet the following clinical requirements:
  • Minimum of two years full-time clinical practice as MLA
  • Must be a member in good standing with Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO) OR Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) and/or Registered Medical Laboratory Technician with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) Voluntary Roster

   

  Document Requirements

  Applicants must submit all required documents below by November 4, 2024. Documents may be uploaded via Michener Self-Service or email to admissions@michener.ca

  • Proof of conferral or completion of Medical laboratory Assistant (MLA) program^

  ^Internationally educated applicants are strongly encouraged to provide a WES or ICAS evaluation.

  • Completed Hematology Applicant Experience Checklist along with all or any one of the applicable supporting documents below:
    • Resume or CV
    • Letter of support from employer attesting to your experience and contributions to the workplace and their support of taking the course
    • Provide Certification by the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) or the Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO) and/or Registered Medical Laboratory Technician with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) Voluntary Roster

  Other Requirements

  • Students must have access to a computer that meets the minimum system requirements, access to high-speed Internet, webcam and microphone.
  • Computer fluency is required.
  • Internationally-educated applicants must provide proof of English language proficiency. Please visit the Internationally Educated Applicants page for more details.

   

  Note:

  Applicants will be ranked based on clinical experience and/or education if the course is oversubscribed. Preference will be given to applicants who submit a complete application by the set deadline. 

Keohane, E. M., Otto, C. N., & Walenga, J. M. (2024). Rodak’s Hematology: Clinical Principles and Applications (6th ed). Elsevier Canada.
ISBN-10 0323530451, ISBN-13 978-0323530453

Bloody Easy Coagulation Simplified, second edition Handbook: https://transfusionontario.org/en/bloody-easy-coagulation-simplified-second-edition/