This Medical Laboratory Assistant Training is designed to address the shortage of experienced Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLA) within the histopathology department nationwide.

This course will equip you with the skills and techniques required to work efficiently as MLA within the histopathology laboratory without further training. You will gain experience of working both independently and as part of a team during your training.

The theory and practical modules that will be covered in this training includes:

• Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Specimen reception
• Tissue Processing
• Operation and Maintenance of ASP Tissue Processor
• Operation and Maintenance of H & E Autostainer
• Embedding of Tissues
• Block filing
• Slide Filing

Our staff are highly trained and will support you in developing the skills and competences required to work as MLA in any histopathology laboratory.

Is this course for me?

The course is specifically designed for those without science degree or school leaver who wishes to pursue a career in the health sector.

This course will equip you with a transferable skills and wide range of knowledge to function effectively as MLA. It is a sensible choice if your interest is in Biomedical Science or you want to work for the NHS to help people. This MLA training will give you the work experience that is required by laboratory managers.

This accredited training will offer you the opportunity to apply for job in the NHS or private laboratories in the UK or abroad. The intensive practical will broaden your experience and increase your chances of securing a job. The skills attained will not only be useful in laboratory-based biosciences, but also help you to develop general professional skills.

Course highlights:

Once you have successfully completed our training, you will be awarded a level 3 Certificate endorsed by the trining Qualification United Kingdom (TQUK). Our recruitment team will also assist you in finding a job within the NHS hospitals and private laboratories across the UK.

Course duration: The duration of this training is 8 weeks.

Group 1:

Practical (Mondays): 10:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Learning: Tuesdays - Friday (Online)

Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Group 2:

Practical (Tuesdays): 10:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Learning: Tuesdays - Friday (Online)

Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Accreditation: Our trainings are accredited by the CPD group in the United Kingdom.

Course Fee: Full course fee: £3,500

Discounted & Course fee: £2,500 GBP incl. VAT

Funding: You may be eligible for funding if you reside within the Black country region. Contact us on enquiries@labmedexpert.com to check if you are eligible. We also have interest-free loan for UK residents.