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MLAB 1220: Professional Practice
Effective date
January 2027
Department
Medical Lab Assistant
School
Health Sciences
Description
In this course the student will learn about the roles, responsibilities and Interprofessional Collaboration in the MLA role. Medical-legal, ethical, professional and interprofessional principles are discussed. An introduction to Quality Systems and essential applications for laboratory services are discussed. Students will also engage in activities for employment preparation.
Credits
3.5
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
MLAB 1120.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the role and function of the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) and other laboratory professionals.
- Describe the interdependence of units and services in the delivery of quality health services.
- Discuss medical-legal, ethical, and professional standards required in the Medical Laboratory.
- Describe Quality Management Systems and the impact of quality medical laboratory services.
- Maintain inventory control systems with accuracy.
- Apply principles of interprofessional collaboration to deliver safe patient care.
- Demonstrate essential skills for employment in the health care environment.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 46
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 6
Total Hours: 52
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 6
Total Hours: 52
Instructional Strategies
This course includes lectures, assignments, online activities, group work and laboratory exercises. Students will participate in laboratory activities with patients/simulated patients.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
B-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Midterm Exam |
15-25 |
|
|
Final Exam |
20-30 |
|
|
Assignments |
10-15 |
VCC Learning Centre's Resume, Cover Letter and Interview module |
|
Assignments |
10-15 |
SPECO completion (pre-Practicum requirements) |
|
Assignments |
10-15 |
interprofessional collaboration activities/assignments |
|
Project |
10-20 |
Group Project (QMS) |
Course topics
- Role and function of the MLA in the Medical Laboratory
- Organization and functions of the Medical Laboratory
- Health professions, in- and out-patient departments and services.
- Interprofessional Education - CIHC competencies.
- Legal, Ethical and Professional Standards.
- Quality Management Systems.
- Ensuring validity of test results.
- Employment Preparation.
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.