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Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science)

Topic:Applied & Health Sciences, Others

Course Type:Part-Time Diploma and Post-Diploma Courses

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Overview

  • Course Date:

    19 Oct 2020 to 31 Mar 2021

  • Registration Period:

    TBA

  • Duration/Frequency:

    TBA

  • Mode of Training:

    Classroom

  • Venue:

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  • Funding:

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The Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) is a multi-campus experience where it combines the strengths of five polytechnics’ curricula and aims equipping participants with the knowledge and technical skills to support the needs of the Biomedical Science industry, particularly in Medical Laboratory Science.  This course is relevant for individuals keen to pursue a career in Diagnostic Clinical Laboratories or other related fields in  Biomedical research and technology.


Class schedule:
Lessons are conducted via Home-Based Learning (HBL), eLearning and onsite for practical or project lessons. The course will commence in April 2023.

Days of Lessons

Duration

3 to 4 weekdays at respective polytechnics that offer the Modular Certificate*

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm or
6.30 pm- 10:00 pm

Saturday
(where necessary for lessons or assessments) *

9:00 am – 1:00 pm or
2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

*Timetable is subjected to change by the respective polytechnic in this joint-polytechnic course

Please refer to RP's website here.

Course Objective

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Course Outline

The Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) comprises of five Modular Certificates (MCs) focusing on a specific area of expertise enabling participants to acquire the relevant knowledge and skills. Each MC is conducted by a different polytechnic and comprises of three to four modules. 

 

180hours)ModulesConducted by
Histotechnology and Cytotechnology
  1. Human Body Systems in Health and Disease (45 hours)
  2. Laboratory Management and Operations (45 hours)
  3. Principles of Histotechnology &Cytotechnology (90 hours)
Republic Polytechnic (RP)
Diagnostic Clinical Chemistry
  1. Biochemistry (60 hours)
  2. Analytical Biochemistry for Clinical Sciences (45 hours)
  3. Clinical Chemistry and Instrumentation (75 hours)
Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP)
Medical Microbiology
  1. Basic Microbiology (30 hours)
  2. Microbiology Technology (45 hours)
  3. Clinical Microbiology (60 hours)
  4. Biosafety (45 hours)
Temasek Polytechnic (TP)
Molecular Diagnostics
  1. Molecular Bioscience (60 hours)
  2. Molecular Techniques (60 hours)
  3. Clinical Applications of Molecular Testing (60 hours)
Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP)
Haematology and Immuno-haematology
  1. Immunology (60 hours)
  2. Blood Banking (60 hours)
  3. Haematology (60 hours)
Singapore Polytechnic (SP)
Please click here for module synopsis.

Minimum Requirements

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Certification / Accreditation

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Suitable for

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Course Fees

For more information on course fee / or to apply, click on the “Register” button.

The fees in the course fee table are indicative as they are based on prevailing funding policies and subject to review by MOE/SSG. 

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Application Procedure

1. Application must be made through STEP. Click on “Register” to apply.
2. All successful applicants will be notified with a letter of confirmation through email. 

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