Bridging Program for Internationally Trained Medical Laboratory Technologist

    Country: Canada

    Duration: 1 - 2 Years

    Program Level: College Certificate

    Country: Canada

    Duration: 1 - 2 Years

    Program Level: College Certificate

Overview

This program is intended for internationally educated medical laboratory technologists residing in Canada who have completed the prior learning assessment (PLA) through the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) and are seeking to fill any existing learning gaps and prepare to write the CSMLS General MLT certification exam.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The theory component of the program will be delivered online asynchronously (without formal lectures) with an IEMLT program facilitator hosting regularly scheduled meetings online for student check-ins and to ensure student progress. Scheduled laboratory sessions will be held in person at the Anderson College North York campus and students are required to attend these for program completion.

Asynchronous learning does not occur in the same place or at the same time. Instructors and students do not need to be available at any time or day. Resources will be available on the learning management system Brightspace (D2L), usually with instructions to complete weekly modules. You are free to work through the semester modules at your own speed, however they must be completed by the end date provided by the program.

Requirements

  • Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) qualifications from another country with a current (not expired) completed CSMLS Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
  • Recent work experience as an MLT in the country where credentialed or recent MLT graduate (attach resume)
  • Be a permanent resident/landed immigrant or have refugee status or Canadian citizenship and be in Canada
  • Successful completion of Anderson College’s foundation MLT knowledge test (with a passing grade of 60%)
  • Must attend an Anderson College IEMLT Bridging Program virtual open house
  • Considered an asset to be working as a Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician or phlebotomist in a Canadian medical laboratory environment
  • An up-to-date Anderson College immunization record including tetanus and diphtheria, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B (incl. Hep B titer within the last 24 months), TB skin test, influenza and Covid-19.
  • Upon being accepted to the program, the student must attend a virtual orientation to the IEMLT Bridging Program.
  • Bridging Program for Internationally Trained Medical Laboratory Technology Program tuition fees (in CAD) for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents.

*This program does not require approval under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005

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Tuition:

CAD10,000.00 Approx.

Application Fee:
$250
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Living Costs

$11,800 - $15,750/Year

Application Fee

$100 - $200

IELTS Requirement

6.0 - 7.0

Work Opportunities

Yes; Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (up to 3 years)

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