Medical Laboratory Technology
Entry requirements
SSSCE /WASSCE Certificate holders must have at least passes in the core subjects, i.e. English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science and credits in three (3) elective subjects, i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Elective Math, with an aggregate of twenty –four (24) or better for the SSSCE Certificate holders and aggregate of thirty-six (36) or better for WASSCE Certificate holders. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced level: - Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one pass should be grade D or better). Also, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and Science. Mature Students The applicant must: a. Be at least 25 years old b. Show proof of age with a birth certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of birth date which is at least 5 years old at the time of application. c. Provide an introductory letter from the employer or show any other proof of employment. d. Pass Mature Students’ Entrance Examination. In lieu of such examinations, the applicant should show proof of credit passes in English and Mathematics in WASSCE or any other nationally recognized standard High School Level examination.
Career prospects
Government Medical Laboratory Technologist/Technician: Public Health Laboratory Technician. Medical Laboratory Scientist. Research Assistant/Associate. Quality Control Officer. Healthcare Administrator. Public Health Inspector.