Clinical Medical Laboratory Assistant
Online Certification Training
Collect, prepare, and transport patient specimens, and perform various testing on blood, urine, and other bodily fluids. Watch our program sneak peek below!
Individuals who intend to work in the states of CA or WA should be aware that this program is not approved to prepare students to draw blood. This program is not recognized by the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC), and therefore residents of the State of Georgia are NOT eligible for enrollment into this program.
MedCerts programs are developed with collaboration from our in-house production team, industry-recognized subject matter experts and our education technology design team. From interactive simulations, interviews with real world experts, game based learning and more, our Instructional Design education model is created to meet the needs of every type of learner.
Medical Lab Assistant Online Training
MedCerts Tuition Advantage
We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access.
The pricing listed above for a monthly payment plan is an estimate for the cost of an 18-month payment plan including down payment. Final pricing is given at time of purchase and may vary from both pricing examples above.
MedCerts offers financial aid options through these government grant-funded programs – MyCAA, Workforce Funding (including WIOA), and Army Credentialing Assistance (Army CA). Those eligible include Military Spouses, active duty Army, Reserves, and National Guard members, or workforce-funded qualifying job seekers. Speak to an Education Consultant to see if you qualify.
Medical Laboratory Assistants play a very important role in patient health. They are responsible for collecting blood, tissue and other samples from patients, and preparing samples for testing and analysis. Lab Assistants are also hands-on health workers, working directly with patients, often during sensitive times, and may accompany patients through difficult processes. Medical Lab Assistants typically work in inpatient or outpatient medical facilities, however, are often employed in private and public labs or research institutions. Some choose to specialize in biochemistry, cytology, hematology, histopathology, immunology, or microbiology.
A Medical Laboratory Assistant (also known as Lab Aid/Assistant, Specimen Processor/collector), is an important member of the laboratory healthcare team. They collect, prepare, and transport patient specimens, and may perform various testing on blood, urine, and other bodily fluids. Lab Assistants perform the tests and procedures that physicians and other healthcare providers order, which are often used for the diagnosis of disease. Depending on the laboratory department, the Medical Lab Assistant may be responsible for test kit management and quality control which includes proper ordering, inventory, and storage. The Medical Lab assistant role will also include accurate documentation, records management, and communication with other ordering physicians. They use microscopes, cell counters, and other sophisticated laboratory equipment. After testing and examining a specimen, they analyze the results and relay them to physicians.
The MedCerts Medical Laboratory Assistant program provides students with immersive and virtual hands-on learning experiences. Procedures are demonstrated using virtual tools or live-recorded video and are simulated – allowing the students to immerse themselves into a virtual experience that is engaging, safe, and repeatable.
This program is ideal for individuals that have an interest in healthcare science and who desire to be part of a highly skilled team in a growing field. To be successful as a Medical Lab Assistant, individuals must be comfortable working with bodily fluids, thus this is not a career for the squeamish. Because of the physical requirements of the job, techs must generally have strong manual dexterity and physical stamina. This program is not only ideal for entry-level career seekers but also provides a great opportunity for those already working in allied health to upskill and advance into a new career direction. This is also a great way for a Phlebotomist to advance his/her career.
This program prepares students for the Certified Medical Lab Assistant (CMLA) certification exam, offered by American Medical Technologists (AMT). MedCerts graduates are eligible to take the exam and will earn provisional certification upon passing. Once employed as a Lab Assistant, graduates will gain the 120 hours of documented, approved clinical laboratory experience required for the grant of full certification.
Additionally, students will have the knowledge for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification, through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). In order to receive full certification, students are required to complete 30 venipuncture and 10 capillary sticks on a live person.
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
| Code | Course | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PS 1011 | 2 Weeks | |
| HI 1014 | 6 Weeks | |
| HI 6011 | 4 Weeks | |
| HI 6017 | 4 Weeks | |
| Total Program Duration | 16 Weeks | |
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Job Opportunities
Chat Online
800-734-1175