Medical Laboratory Technology Science Diploma

Medical Laboratory Technology Science Diploma Courses

As a medical laboratory technologist, you'll perform a variety of specialized tests using high-tech instrumentation to help medical practitioners diagnose, treat, and prevent disease. Professional responsibilities include collecting and preparing specimens for analysis; testing blood, body fluids, tissue samples; and interpreting results. You'll work independently, but as an important part of the health-care team. Educational opportunities include a PostDiploma Bachelor of Science in Medical Lab Technology a Bachelor of Health Sciences. Post-diploma professional development is also offered locally, provincially, and nationally. CNC's Medical Laboratory Technology Science Diploma program is fully accredited. After graduating, you'll be eligible to write the CSMLS national examination to become professionally certified, which qualifies you to work as a medical laboratory technologist anywhere in Canada.

Locations & Dates

CNC programs have varying lengths and start dates to meet your needs, and are offered across multiple campuses where possible. Don’t see the campus you’re looking for? Check back with us soon as this page is updated throughout the school year.

Entry Requirements

1. Grade 12 or equivalent.
2. The following courses, each with a grade of “C” or higher:
   • English 12 or English 12: First Peoples or equivalent
   • Biology 12 or equivalent
   • Chemistry 12 or equivalent
   • Foundations of Math 12 or PreCalculus 12 or equivalent
3. Completion of Self-Report on Suitability form.
4. Completion of the Medical Laboratory Technology Career Investigation Report form. 

Need help meeting these requirements? Check out our Academic Upgrading options.

Selective admission

A program for which seats are filled based on approved selection criteria. Such criteria may include, but are not limited to, assessment, portfolio submissions, interviews and grade point average. Meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not guarantee acceptance to the program. 

Selection Process

All students will be selected using the following criteria:

1. The cumulative grade point average of the required English, biology, chemistry and mathematics courses contributes its actual points – e.g., a GPA of 3.2 contributes 3.2 points. Max 4.00 points

2. 30 credits or more at the post secondary level, or 1-year equivalency, contributes 2 points. Max 3.00 points

3. A completed “Medical Laboratory Technology Career Investigation Report” contributes up to 6 points. Max 6.00 points

4. Residents of BC or the Yukon will be awarded 1 point. Max 1.00 point

5. Certified as a Medical Laboratory Assistant. Max 1.00 point

Total possible points 14.00

Program Requirements

• When you are accepted into the program, you will have to supply us with documents certifying you have current immunizations, and health examinations. We will send you more information in your acceptance package.
• You will have to undergo a criminal record search with the BC Ministry of Justice at the beginning of the program. A search which identifies relevant criminal convictions may prevent you from entering clinical or practicum setting components of the program and therefore may make you not able to graduate.
• The costs of immunizations and criminal record checks are the responsibility of the student.

Invest in your future

The estimated cost per semester is $3,100. Off campus placement is $10,597

These costs are an estimate. Student fees vary by campus. Check the fee schedule for more details.

Books for this program can be purchased from the bookstore.