Most graduates of this program are prepared to work anywhere in the world. MLS graduates acquire a solid science base in biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, and physiology. The four-year MLS program includes a clinical rotation year in the laboratories of the Capital Health Authority at the University of Alberta Hospitals site and the central laboratory site of Dynacare Kasper Medical Laboratories. Disciplines of study include clinical biochemistry, hematology and coagulation, histotechnology, clinical microbiology, and transfusion medicine.
All graduates are proficient phlebotomists as well.
Depending on the project, students evaluate or adapt methods, or participate in original research involving molecular techniques such as DNA sequencing, plasmid preparation, PCR, cell culture, HPLC, Southern and Northern blots. For information on projects done by the 2000 graduating class, see Research projects . Employers in hospitals, private laboratories, blood banks, research, or industry who are seeking technically proficient professionals with a broad academic background and sound skills for ongoing learning are invited to investigate these Canadian graduates. Become one of the well-satisfied employers of Canadian medical laboratory scientists educated at the University of Alberta.