Clinical Laboratory Support, NVQ Level 2

Ref: BDCLS01B

Course Summary

The course is based on the new occupational standards from the ST&M national training organisation. The qualification covers the work carried out by Biomedical Scientists, porters or laboratory technicians in all types of laboratories accross the health swrevice including haematology, histology, immunlogy, microbiology, bichemiistry, cytologyand transfusion service.

Why choose this course?

The level 2 in Clinical Support is aimed at individuals working in medical and pathology laboratories. It is likely to be suitable for people who are working as medical laboratory assisstants ( MLAs)porters or laboratory technicians under the supervision of medical laboratory scientific officers (MLSOs)

What will I learn?

The qualification has been designed to assess and recognise the practical skills and specialist knowledge of laboratory staff working within this specialist setting. Assessments are cover safe and effective working as well as effective communication with coeagues within the profession as well as patients and visitors.

What will you achieve?

The clinical laboratory support level 2.

Where can I go next?

Possible career opportunities include progression to become a senior laboratory technician or biomedical scientist.

How much will it cost?

Price where no funding available - £950

Price where part funded - £200

How long is the course?

Flexible delivery

Duration - 9 months

How do I apply?

To enrol on this course, please call us on 0800 032 7288