1. Course Description:
This fully online CPD course is designed for BS (Hons.) level professionals in Medical Laboratory Technology. It aims to reinforce core concepts in quality assurance, quality control, and biosafety as per WHO and ISO 15189 standards. Delivered through reading material and an online exam, it is ideal for busy professionals seeking license renewal or skill refreshment without attending in-person sessions.
2. Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:
Understand the foundations of quality assurance and quality control in medical labs.
Interpret internal and external QC results using standard rules and charts.
Apply WHO biosafety protocols in laboratory environments.
Recognize common laboratory errors and documentation standards.
Understand the essentials of ISO 15189 accreditation.
3. Course Duration and CPD Credit Hours:
Total Time Commitment: 10 Hours (self-paced)
CPD Credit Hours: 10 Points
4. Course Contents / Modules (PDF/Online Reading Format):
| Module No. | Module Title | Description |
| 1 | Introduction to Laboratory Quality Systems | Concepts of QA, QC, and SOPs |
| 2 | Internal & External Quality Control | Frequency, methods, interpretation |
| 3 | Statistical Tools for QC | Levey-Jennings, Westgard Rules |
| 4 | Laboratory Biosafety | WHO BSL levels, PPE, waste disposal |
| 5 | Introduction to ISO 15189 Accreditation | Key elements, documentation, audit basics |
5. Delivery Mode:
Online (Self-Paced)
Reading Materials in PDF or LMS format
Online MCQ-Based Exam via LMS or Google Forms
6. Assessment Criteria:
Online MCQ-Based Test
30 MCQs (randomized)
Passing Score: 60%
Automatically graded with result displayed instantly
7. Certificate Eligibility Requirements:
Complete all reading modules
Pass the online exam with at least 60% score
Submit course feedback form (optional)
8. Instructor Qualifications (for LMS/CPD Hosting):
MPhil/PhD in Medical Lab Sciences, Microbiology, or equivalent
Experienced in designing accredited CPD content
Affiliated with CPD UK / HCPC UK / AHPC (Pakistan) registered institutions
9. Compliance with CPD Standards:
Aligned with:
HCPC UK: Self-directed, documented CPD activity
CPD UK: Meets criteria for online short course (10 hours)
AHPC Pakistan: Meets projected 10 CPD points/year requirement for revalidation
10. Competency Area:
Technical Skills: QC interpretation, lab error reduction
Clinical Competency: Biosafety practices
Legal Awareness: Basic ISO 15189 & patient safety
Course Features
- Lecture 0
- Quiz 0
- Duration 10 weeks
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 51
- Certificate No
- Assessments Yes
