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.

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

Spring 2027 Intake and Onwards

For applications to the Spring 2027 intake (January start), you must meet the following requirements:

• The following courses, completed with an average GPA of 3.0 ("B") with no grade lower than a "C":
  • Anatomy and Physiology 12, or BIO 050, or
  • Chemistry 12, or CHEM 050, or
  • English Studies 12, or English First Peoples 12, or ENGL 050, or ENGL 051, or
  • Foundations of Math 12, or

English Language Proficiency requirements

Candidates whose first language is not English must meet the English requirements and provide proof of English language proficiency through one of the following:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) score of 4.5 overall with no section less than 4.0 or equivalent, within the last two years, OR 
• International English Language Testing System-Academic (IELTS Academic) score of 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, taken within the last two years, OR
• A 3-credit post-secondary-level English, Communications, Creative Writing, or Literature course with a minimum “B-“ grade, taken at a post-secondary institution located on the approved English-speaking country list.

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Limited admission

If there is room in the program, you will be accepted once you have met all the admission requirements. This is called “first qualified, first accepted.” If you qualify after the program is full, you will be put on a wait list.

Self-identified Canadian Aboriginal applicants meeting the admission requirements will be given priority for 20% of seats in the program until the institutionally recognized release date.

Program Requirements

Completed acceptance package must be submitted by the date indicated in the package. Incomplete certifications and documentation will prevent students from entering clinical practice placements. Practicum is required for graduation. All certifications must remain valid throughout the program.

• Participate in an MLTS program information session
• Students are asked to adhere to guidance for recommended vaccinations for healthcare workers and report immune status per the provincial Immune Status Reporting for Health-Care Workers.
• Criminal Record Check (RCMP criminal record checks are not accepted) Students must complete a provincial Schedule B criminal record search because there is a practicum component involving work with vulnerable people. A search which identifies relevant criminal convictions may prevent students from registering for practicum. To graduate from the MLTS program, each practicum must be successfully completed.

Note 1: All costs associated with certifications, courses and/or documentation requirements are the student’s responsibility.

Note 2: May be required to travel for practicum placements.

Invest in your future

The MLTS program includes a clinical practicum at sites across British Columbia and the Northwest Territories. The costs for travel and accommodation for clinical placements are the responsibility of the student.

The estimated cost per semester $3625. Off campus placement is $12,559.

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

Books for this program can be purchased from the bookstore.

Miscellaneous items required for the laboratory activities include:

• White lab coat
• Safety glasses
• Non-skid, fluid impermeable footwear

Also recommended is a tablet or laptop to facilitate participation in classroom activities.