Shape Your Future
as a
Medical Lab Assistant/Technician
GRADUATE IN 41 WEEKS
WITH A DIPLOMA FROM OXFORD COLLEGE!
Program Overview
Join the high-demand Medical Lab Assistant/Technician (MLA/T) Program
If you are detail-oriented, have good manual dexterity and strong communication skills, get ready to pursue your passion as an efficient Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician.
- 41 weeks / 900 hours / 10 months / 7-week placement
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Offered in Scarborough, Toronto, Mississauga, Barrie and Peterborough
- To Enroll: Qualify with an OSSD or Wonderlic Test (SLE-17); Immunization and CPIC
Your role as an MLA/T:
- Become an integral member of the healthcare system through your role in a Clinical Medical Laboratory
- Collect and assess patient samples
- Use chemical analysis, microscopic examinations and techniques for diagnostic testing
- Set up, operate, maintain lab equipment and make quality control assessments
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Invaluable MLA/T Skills
During the Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician program, you will learn how to:
- Collect blood and other samples from patients
- Log patient samples and prepare them for testing
- Set up medical laboratory equipment
- Conduct routine laboratory tests and sample analyses
- Perform quality assurance of testing techniques
- Clean and maintain medical laboratory and medical laboratory equipment
Many Unique Benefits
- Oxford College’s MLA/T curriculum encompasses both provincial (MLPAO) and national (CSMLS) competencies
- Successful graduates are eligible to write both board examinations, vastly increasing the opportunity for employment
- Extensive placement experience for practical, hands-on learning
- The Program Coordinator is one of the leading experts in the industry
- The Clinical Placement Coordinator has clinical MLA/T experience and engagement with students
- Impressive facilities and the latest state-of-the-art equipment
- Clinical placement partnerships with Life Labs, Dynacare, Alpha Labs, Hospitals, Fertility Clinics and other leading institutions
- Comprehensive placement opportunity (7 weeks)
- Flexible program times for work/life balance
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Hands-on learning opportunities at campus labs
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Simulated clinical experience to prepare students for clinical placement
Why Choose Oxford College?
Career-Focused Education
All of the diploma programs are designed for long-term careers in high-growth industries, offering you superior fast-track education
Expert Instructors
Our faculty consists of experienced and well-trained staff, who will give you industry-relevant knowledge along with your career training
Modern Facilities
The state-of-the-art classrooms and labs are compliant with industry standards and allow for an emphasis on practical training
Easy Campus Access
All our six campuses are located along transit hubs making travel easy and conveniences accessible.
Flexible Start Dates
Flexible program start dates allow you to plan and begin your new career training at any time
Financial Aid
Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. We have dedicated staff who can assist you with the Financial Aid process
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Message from the Program Coordinator
Shannon Sutherland,
MLT, B.ED AED, CMLTO, MLPAO
We are thrilled to have you join our esteemed MLA/T program.
Get ready to embark on a journey toward a rewarding career in the field of medical laboratory sciences.
You will be immersed in a comprehensive curriculum and gain the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to excel as an MLA/T graduate. You will engage in hands-on laboratory work, gain proficiency in laboratory techniques and procedures, and develop critical thinking skills.
Additionally, you will have the chance to participate in a clinical placement, to apply your knowledge and skills in real-world healthcare settings. We are excited to have you as part of our program. We look forward to helping you realize your full potential as a future healthcare professional.
Registered for Accreditation with EQual Canada
Oxford College’s Medical Laboratory Assistant Technician program has been awarded Registered status through EQual Accreditation, a branch of Accreditation Canada – Healthcare Accreditation Body.
Our program can also be viewed on Accreditation Canada’s website on the list of educational programs.
Our Registered status with Accreditation Canada indicates that our program has begun the formal accreditation process to meet the quality and educational standards required for Medical Laboratory Assistant programs.
National and Provincial Certification Exams
When you graduate and receive your MLA/T diploma from Oxford College, you are qualified to write the National Certification Exam or the Provincial Certification Exam through Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) or Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO) and embark on your career as a registered Medical Laboratory Assistant.
Flexible Program Options
Wish to start a new career but have conflicting priorities?
Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place.
At Oxford College, we provide flexible class schedules; including morning, afternoon, and evening sessions at select campuses (subject to availability). Our hybrid learning approach combines online theory classes with in-person practical sessions. Plus, with our state-of-the-art Learning Management System, you can access course materials, submit assignments, and review protocols anytime, anywhere, making learning convenient and accessible.
For more information about Oxford College’s flexible program options, inquire today!
10-Month Diploma | $52,000 median annual salary*
MLA/T Graduates have the opportunity to be hired by:
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Laboratories
- Collection Centers
- Research Facilities
- Government Research Facilities
- Educational Facilities
Admission Requirements
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Joining Oxford College was one of the greatest decisions I have made and I feel so fortunate to be one of your students. I’m really enjoying your virtual classes, you are an amazing and inspiring mentor. The style and method of your teaching tells me that I’m on the right track towards my potential career.
Passionate Instructors! Quality Education!
Oxford College is proud of its highly skilled and experienced instructors. Each one of them is passionate about providing quality education and dedicated to helping you develop the skills you need to succeed in the workforce and attain a meaningful career.
Personalized, Lifelong Career Counselling Services
At Oxford College, our support does not end after you graduate. Even after you earn your Diploma, our Career Service Advisors will continue working with you and help you build your career path together, for the long term.
Financial Aid
Many people need extra financial aid to attend school. At Oxford College, we believe that finances should not be a barrier for anyone seeking higher education. That’s why we have many funding programs in place, including OSAP, Second Career, and private student loans, to name a few. We will also collaborate with you to set up manageable monthly payment plans.
Sit down with a Financial Aid Advisor today. They will assess your situation.
And create a funding plan that works for you.
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