Overview

This St. Lawrence College programme is eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) under IRCC’s updated criteria for study permit applications submitted on or after June 25, 2025. Please consult the IRCC website for the most current information.

This Medical Laboratory Assistant or Technician degree delivered by St. Lawrence College includes two semesters of learning in our classrooms and laboratories followed by a final 4 weeks of field placement occurring inside the laboratories of partner hospitals and private institutions.

Career

Graduates of our program are qualified to write the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) certification exam for Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician. To learn more about being a Medical Laboratory Assistant / Technician (MLA/T) visit Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).

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Programme Structure

Courses include

Laboratory Anatomy

Laboratory Mathematics

Laboratory Communications

Laboratory Techniques

Laboratory Skills

General Education Online

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kingston, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, including the following prerequisites:

Grade 12 English at the C or U level

Grade 12 Math at the C or U level

Grade 11 or 12 Biology or Chemistry at the C or U level

Additional Requirements

WHMIS training must be completed prior to attending laboratory classes.

Minimum CPR Level BLS (Basic Life Support) & Standard First Aid training up to date for placement. Students are responsible for arranging and paying for this.

Mask fit testing is required prior to placement and is arranged by the program.

Immunization records including Hepatitis B immunity status must be submitted prior to the start of the program.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16430 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

2721 CAD / year

≈ 2721 CAD / year

Living costs

Kingston

Canada

1015 - 1615 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Delivered

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