Course Overview
This professional development course is for people already working as Medical Laboratory Assistants. This course enhances the knowledge that the learner has gained in their work experience, provides a review of previously studied concepts, and adds new supplementary learning objectives.
For laboratory assistants with practical experience gained on the job, this course provides the theoretical and technical information you need to be successful in your role. In this course you will improve your knowledge in the following areas: Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, workplace safety, clerical duties, professional practices, and laboratory related calculations.
This is a self-directed, independent study course completed at your own pace. To enroll, you must be a current practicing MLA, MLT or CLXT.
Upcoming Offerings
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Class |
Section |
Start/End |
Schedule |
10583 |
Z01 |
Sep. 02, 2025 - Mar. 03, 2026 |
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Hours |
Delivery |
Fees |
100 hours |
Work Placement |
$250 |
Department consent is required to enroll. Residents in Alberta contact the NAIT Optical Sciences Program Office for registration information by emailing
Optical@nait.ca.
Residents outside Alberta contact the Opticians Association Canada for registration information by emailing education@opticians.ca.
Registration for this course requires program assistance.
Please contact us at 780.378.6990 or at continuingeducation@nait.ca for more information.
Class |
Section |
Start/End |
Schedule |
20537 |
Z01 |
Jan. 01 - Jun. 29, 2026 |
|
Hours |
Delivery |
Fees |
100 hours |
Work Placement |
$250 |
Department consent is required to enroll. Residents in Alberta contact the NAIT Optical Sciences Program Office for registration information by emailing
Optical@nait.ca.
Residents outside Alberta contact the Opticians Association Canada for registration information by emailing education@opticians.ca.
Registration for this course requires program assistance.
Please contact us at 780.378.6990 or at continuingeducation@nait.ca for more information.