HND in Laboratory Science & Technology (3 Years)

This professional diploma trains skilled medical laboratory technicians to deliver accurate diagnostic services in Africa’s evolving healthcare systems.

Program Focus:

1. Core Laboratory Disciplines:

  • Clinical Microbiology & Parasitology

  • Hematology & Blood Transfusion

  • Clinical Chemistry & Toxicology

  • Histopathology & Cytology

2. Technical Competencies:

  • Advanced Microscopy Techniques

  • Molecular Diagnostics (PCR, ELISA)

  • Laboratory Quality Management

  • Biosafety & Biosecurity Protocols

3. Emerging Fields:

  • Point-of-Care Testing

  • Antimicrobial Resistance Testing

  • Epidemic Preparedness Lab Skills

Practical Training:

✔️ 2,200+ hours in teaching hospital labs
✔️ CDC-standard biosafety simulations
✔️ Rural lab outreach programs
✔️ 6-month clinical internship

Career Pathways:

  • Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Public Health Lab Analyst

  • Research Laboratory Assistant

  • Blood Bank Technologist

  • Industrial Quality Control Technician

African Context Specialization:

🔹 Endemic disease diagnostics (Malaria, TB, HIV)
🔹 Low-resource lab solutions
🔹 Mobile lab unit operations

Licensure & Progression:

→ Qualifies for Medical Laboratory Council licensing
→ Direct entry into BMLS (Year 3)

Ideal For:

Students passionate about disease detection and laboratory research.