How long is the Medical Laboratory Assistant at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology?
19 Week Certificate

What you need to get in to the Medical Laboratory Assistant at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology?
Alberta High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 50% in each of the following courses or their equivalents: English Language Arts 30-1 or English Language Arts 30-2; Pure Math 10 or Math 10; Chemistry 20; and Biology 20. English Proficiency: English is the language of instruction in all programs at SAIT and the primary language of most workplaces in Alberta. Prior to admission to this program, all applicants are required to demonstrate proficiency in the English language in one of the following ways: 1. Successful completion of the named prerequisite English course or equivalent, with at least three-years of formal full-time study at an English designated secondary school or post-secondary institution in an English speaking country which SAIT recognizes as English language proficiency exempt. 2. Proof on application of a minimum score of eight in Canadian Language Benchmarks Assessment (CLBA) in all categories. The CLBA measures English proficiency in Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. Further information about the CLBA may be obtained at www.language.ca. This program receives more applications than we have seats. Applicants achieving a keyboarding speed of 25 wpm net or better on a keyboarding assessment will be ranked on the basis of educational background, work experience, and a career investigation. The top ranked candidates will be offered a personal interview with the MLA Selection Committee for further consideration based on suitability to the program and the career, community, and professional service. Candidates will be notified of their success in obtaining an interview by mid-April or mid-December. The usual number of seats in this program is 28 in late August and 28 in January. Successful candidates must sign a practicum agreement contract prior to final acceptance. Due to restrictions within the practicum component of this program, international applications will not be accepted.

For more information on the Medical Laboratory Assistant at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
(403) 284-7248

Does the :program offer a Coop?
No

Distance Education Available:
Both distance and non-distance

What type of learning environment should I expect in the Medical Laboratory Assistant?
Some courses are available by Correspondence.