Medical Laboratory Assistant

Become a Skilled Medical Laboratory Assistant with Hands-On Experience

The Medical Laboratory Assistant program provides students with the essential skills and knowledge required to assist medical laboratory technologists in performing key pre-analysis components of medical laboratory work. This program is ideal for those who are interested in working in hospitals, physician’s offices, or private medical laboratories. Students will gain valuable experiential learning opportunities and practical training in performing laboratory tasks under the direct supervision of experienced professionals.

Key Skills You Will Learn in the Medical Laboratory Assistant Program

1. Blood Sample Collection

2. Electrocardiograms (ECGs)

3. Medical Laboratory Equipment

4. Medical Terminology

Develop Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills are a key component of the Medical Laboratory Assistant program. You will learn how to interact with patients in a professional and compassionate manner, ensuring a positive experience during lab procedures. Students also gain the ability to collaborate with healthcare teams, including medical technologists and physicians.

Hands-On Learning and Clinical Experience

The Medical Laboratory Assistant program integrates practical, experiential learning opportunities to help students build confidence and competence. You will work directly with laboratory equipment and gain real-world experience in clinical settings as part of your training. This hands-on learning ensures that you are prepared to assist medical laboratory technologists in performing accurate and reliable tests.

Career Opportunities for Medical Laboratory Assistants

Graduates of the Medical Laboratory Assistant program are prepared for entry-level positions in a wide variety of healthcare settings, including:

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: The applicant must have studied Grade 12 English, Math, Chemistry and Grade 11 or 12 Biology.
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.0 in each section PTE: 58 in each section TOEFL (iBT): 79 Duolingo: 110 (Duolingo will send your test results directly to Georgian College.)
Refund Policy

If you decide to cancel your enrollment, here’s a clear explanation of how tuition fee refunds and deferrals are handled at Georgian College.

LOA Deposit: $2,500 CAD

  • The $2,500 CAD deposit is refundable only if your visa is refused.

❌ Refunds for Visa Refusal

  • If you request a refund within 14 days of your visa refusal:

    • You will get a full refund.

  • If you request a refund after 14 days of the visa refusal:

    • $2,500 CAD will be taken from your refund.

  • It’s the agent’s responsibility to inform the college about the visa refusal within 14 days.

✅ Withdrawal Refunds

  • If you withdraw within the first 10 working days of the term, you will get a partial refund.

  • If you withdraw after 10 working days, no refund will be given.

  • Fees paid for future terms will be fully refunded.

  • If your study permit is refused, you can get a full refund if you submit the refusal letter within the first 10 working days.

⏳ Deferral Policy

  • You are allowed one deferral with a valid reason.

  • For any additional deferrals, you will need to pay a $100 CAD application fee.

Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $100
  • LOA Deposit: $2,500
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $17,300
  • Total Tuition Fee: $17,300
  • Course Duration: 1 Year
  • Credentials: Certificate
  • Intake: September 2025
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Checklist

  • Copy of passport

  • All academic transcripts

  • All academic certificates

  • IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo - if applicable

  • Student Email ID:

  • Student Contact No:

  • Student Address:

  • Emergency Contact details:
    • Name:
    • Email ID :
    • Contact no. :
    • Relation with student:

IF ONSHORE STUDENT

  • Stamped copy of visa

  • LOI

  • Study permit

  • Canadian Address:

  • Canadian Contact No:

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