Medical Lab Technologist Competencies

 

The following are universal, foundational domains that describe competencies pre-licensure MLTs will be expected to demonstrate upon graduation.

 

The entry level medical laboratory technologist is expected to exhibit a certain level of knowledge and skill in a variety of areas and disciplines. Although different disciplines require their own specific knowledge and skills, a number of competencies are considered cross-disciplinary, and may be routinely applied in all specialties.

 

Introduction

 

Professional Competencies

 

Biology and Disease

Laboratory Domains

 

 

 

 

 

Additional Resources

Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science - general MLT graduating competencies

NSCC - MLT program overview

Canadian Association of Medical Laboratory Educators