Get More Info Now!!!

Start your journey towards a new career today by requesting program details.

Please Select Campus

Please Select Program

Please Enter Valid Name

Please Enter Valid Email

Please Enter Valid Phone

Please Enter Valid Postal

Please send me more information right away using my information above! I may opt-out of electronic communication at anytime. read terms.

Apply Today

Start on your new career tomorrow

Get the skills towards a career in Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician Diploma Program

As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you will perform laboratory procedures such as preparing specimens for testing, preparing culture media and stock solutions, and recognizing problems and errors in lab procedures. You will be responsible for drawing blood, as well as logging patient samples and preparing them for testing. All while using automated equipment and computerized instruments capable of performing several tests simultaneously, as well as microscopes, cell counters, and other sophisticated laboratory equipment.

Please note – program content and practicum duration is as per registration with the Ministry and may vary slightly from campus to campus. Downtown Bloor Campus is accredited by Health Standards Organization (HSO) and its affiliate Accreditation Canada EQual™ accreditation. North York campus is accredited for the Medical Laboratory Technician Program from the Health Standards Organization (HSO) and its affiliate accreditation (AC) through their new EQUAL Canada program. Contact us for more information.

Do you have the right personality for College?

Take The assessment

Get More Info Now!!!

Start your journey towards a new career today by requesting program details.

Please Select Campus

Please Select Program

Please Enter Valid Name

Please Enter Valid Email

Please Enter Valid Phone

Please Enter Valid Postal

Please send me more information right away using my information above! I may opt-out of electronic communication at anytime. read terms.

Program Information

Program Duration
Full Time: 50 weeks
in-class schedule: Monday to Friday

Practicum Duration
4 weeks

What To Expect

The program is 50 weeks including a 2-week Experiential Learning Simulation course, and a 4-week practicum with on-the-job training, which will take place offsite with potential employers. It provides you with a foundation of skills and experience, both in classroom learning with industry experts and in the ability to apply that knowledge to real-life, practical activities. Whether new to Canada and looking to expand your experience, trained in healthcare and wanting to specialize, or wanting a new profession and fascinated by where this diploma can take your future, this program is second-to-none.

What Sets Us Apart

We pride ourselves on providing exceptional programs to our students across the board, but we’re particularly thrilled to say that our Medical Laboratory Technician program has a *6-year EQual™ accreditation. It meets rigorous national standards and represents a significant achievement, reflecting the quality of our program’s development, delivery and practical training. We also encourage our students to earn both the national and provincial certifications with Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) & Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO) as these are often required by employers.

From Classroom To Life

Gain real-time knowledge and best-practices onsite from our industry-expert instructors and offsite through practicum with laboratories
Work within our fully equipped and automated diagnostic laboratory
Get hands-on training in blood collection, performing ECG’s and more, using various state-of-the-art laboratory equipment
Participate in online review classes and mock exams to prepare for the CSMLS & MLPAO certification

Certification

The program consists of theory, practical skills, and practicum components which have been mapped to the CSMLS & MLPAO (formerly OSMT) Competency Profile for the Medical Laboratory Assistant Technicians. Upon successful completion, you will receive an Anderson College Diploma which will allow you to sit the CSMLS/MLPAO Exams. The costs associated to these exams will be the responsibility of the applicant. Please visit the CSMLS and MLPAO websites for more information with regards to the certification exams.

The CSMLS certification exam must be undertaken within 12 months of graduation. The designation of Certified MLA/T will be granted upon the successful completion of this examination. The provincial MLPAO certification examination is offered 3 times a year. The designation of MLA/T will be granted upon the successful completion of this examination.

Entrance Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or the equivalent, or if 18 years of age or over, you may apply as a mature student and write an entrance exam (Wonderlic)
Assessment Interview and questionnaire to determine suitability for the Medical Laboratory Technician program
Provide an updated resume

Graduation Requirements

All students REQUIRE a minimum of 225 hours (6 weeks) of practicum to successfully complete the program. Hours of practicum may vary depending on the particular location of the practicum.

Serving the community since 1885, we are much more than our programs and facilities; we are a team of caring individuals who are deeply committed to helping our students.

Get Started at Healthcare, Business & Technology College Right Now

+We offer over 30 leading-edge programs, taught by industry experts, in a community that provides the support you need to grow professionally and personally. All you have to do is choose …

What Our Students Say About Us:

It was my first experience to join any college in canada. It was great to be a part of this college. Every member of this college is helpful to their students. I am so glad to have a teacher like Mr. Bardhyl here. Thanks everyone !

Lovleen Kaur

I cannot find nicer things to say, they are hands on, and friendly yet motivating you to push forward to your goal. Though Covid19 would show a lack of enthusiasm in most people, the staff here are absolutely delightful in keeping you in high spirits despite the circumstances! 10/10 would recommend attending here!

Donnelle Vanilyn Santos

I love Anderson college Downtown campus, Simona k. (MLAT)Our very energetic, intelligent, fabulous instructor help us always to fulfill our dreams! Thanks also to Judith F.(admission) the door to our success! I love colin, Marjorie, bittanya and olga! Thanks everyone for your support! May God Bless you and Anderson college always!!!!!!!!!!!

Jireh Kryz

Joining Anderson was the best decision I made. The teachers and administrative staff are so pleasant and they did their best to prepare us for a career in our selected program. A special shout out to Ms. Brigitte for being an excellent teacher and going above and beyond to secure a placement for her students. I definitely recommend enrolling in this college.

Muneera Aliasger

Short
Effective Programs

Career-Focused
Programming

Celebrate
Campus Life

Convenient Timely
Start Dates

Frequently Asked Questions

How To Apply?

It’s easy! To start the application process, simply fill out above form!

Do We Offer Financial Aid?

Anderson College offers a variety of funding options. Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. Check for more info on our financial-aid page

Where Can I Explore Program Options?

All the programs are available in our menu above. If you require more information, please complete the form and we will be glad to contact you with information.

Why Anderson College?

We support you to overcome challenges and create a better life for you and your families. We are your partner in helping you become skilled, confident and in-demand employees.

Personality Assessment

Find out what your personality is like and discover your traits, worries & concerns about taking the next step to study at school towards a new and rewarding career. This quick and easy assessment will provide you with some insight into what to focus on and what you might need to watch out for to best prepare you for your new career and school goals!

Financial Aid

Anderson College knows first-hand how stressful and frightening it can be to establish a career in a new country or to build a career in a country you’ve spent years in. Whether you’ve selected the program or are just beginning your research of what Anderson College offers for some students, the financial aspect of paying for school can seem daunting.

After being partner to thousands of students as they transitioned from student to success story, we can say with confidence that your career and your future are absolutely worth the investment and you can afford it. We want to make the financial part of this process as easy to navigate as possible, so you can get to start-date and then graduation day. We’ve laid out some of the details that can help you below, or feel free to contact us directly and a member of our team will be happy to help you understand your options.

College Interest-free Financing

Anderson College provides interest-free financing for self-funded students. For more information, please contact us and speak to one of our advisors.

Bank Solutions

Most Canadian banks and credit unions offer student loans or lines of credit to finance your education. Please visit your bank or select one of the links below for more information.

The Bank Of Montreal
TD Canada Trust Student Line Of Credit
Royal Credit Line For Students
CIBC Line of Credit For Students
Scotiabank Line of Credit For Students
For more information on these funding options, please contact us and speak to one of our advisors.

Government Student Loans Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)

Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify.

Registered Education Savings Plans (RESP)

Students who have been named a beneficiary under a family members’ Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP), may use funds from the RESP to finance their education.

RESP

Students who have been named a beneficiary under a family members Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP), may use funds from the RESP to finance their education.

Lifelong Learning Plan

The Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) allows you to withdraw from your RRSPs to finance full-time training or education for you or your spouse or common-law partner. For more information, please visit this link.

Canada-Ontario Job Grant

The Canada-Ontario Job Grant (C.O.J.G.) provides an opportunity for employers to invest in their workforce with help from the government.

The Job Grant provides direct financial support to individual employers who wish to purchase training for their employees. It’s available to small, medium, and large businesses with a plan to deliver short-term training to existing and new employees, and will:

Provide up to $10,000 in government support per person for training costs.
Require employers to contribute one-third of the total costs. There is additional flexibility for small businesses to provide an in-kind contribution towards their share of the costs.
Require training delivered by an eligible, third-party trainer.

If you’re an employer who needs to provide training for your employees, or an employee who wishes to inform your employer of the job grant and get training while employed, contact us to learn more. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and we will be happy to guide you through the process.

Start Your Journey. We’re enrolling today,
to ensure a brighter future for students tomorrow

Our Campuses

Anderson College is one of Canada’s oldest colleges, having opened our first location in 1885 We have trained more than 100,000 students over a 137-year history, and have been an empowering partner for students overcoming career challenges and transitioning to the next phase of their lives. With ten locations in Ontario and one in British Columbia, we are recognized for our high-calibre faculty, hands-on, real-life career training and supportive culture. At Anderson College, we are more than our century-old history, our programs and state-of-the-art facilities; we are a team of caring individuals, deeply committed to helping our students become skillful, confident and in-demand employees.

Toronto

5775 Yonge St. Suite 1006
Toronto, ON M2M 4J1
Canada

North York

5734 Yonge St, Suite 100
North York, ON M2M 4E7
Canada

Eglinton

20 Eglinton Ave E, Suite 200
Toronto, ON M4P 1A9
Canada

Hamilton

31 King Street East, Suite 200
Hamilton, ON L8N 1A1
Canada

Mississauga

165 Dundas Street West, Suite 300
Mississauga, ON L5B 2N6
Canada

Brantford

39 King George Road
Brantford, Ontario N3R 5K2
Canada

Kitchener

248 Stirling Avenue South Unit 14
Kitchener, Ontario, N2G 4L1
Canada

London

303 Richmond Street
London, Ontario N6B 2H8
Canada

Windsor

630 Tecumseh Road East
Windsor, Ontario N8X 4W2
Canada

Surrey

10362 King George Blvd, Suite 320
Surrey, BC V3T 2W5
Canada

Get More Info Now!!!

Get More Info Now!!!

Apply Today

Get the skills towards a career in Medical Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technician Diploma Program

Do you have the right personality for College?

Get More Info Now!!!

Program Information

What To Expect

What Sets Us Apart

From Classroom To Life

Certification

Entrance Requirements

Graduation Requirements

Get Started at Healthcare, Business & Technology College Right Now

How To Apply?

Do We Offer Financial Aid?

Where Can I Explore Program Options?

Why Anderson College?

Financial Aid

College Interest-free Financing

Bank Solutions

Government Student Loans Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)

Registered Education Savings Plans (RESP)

RESP

Lifelong Learning Plan

Canada-Ontario Job Grant

Start Your Journey. We’re enrolling today, to ensure a brighter future for students tomorrow

Our Campuses

Toronto

North York

Eglinton

Hamilton

Mississauga

Brantford

Kitchener

London

Windsor

Surrey

Start Your Journey. We’re enrolling today,
to ensure a brighter future for students tomorrow