Course Name

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to essential concepts, practices, and systems in pathology and diagnostic laboratory services. Designed for learners working in resource-limited settings, the curriculum covers core topics needed to establish, maintain, and improve sustainable laboratory operations.

Dates

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  • Understand the fundamental principles of laboratory organization, biosafety, and quality management.

  • Identify key components of specimen collection, processing, and diagnostic workflows across common laboratory disciplines.

  • Apply strategies for supply chain management, equipment selection, maintenance, and calibration in constrained environments.

  • Implement basic data management, reporting, and laboratory information systems to support clinical decision-making.

  • Recognize workforce development needs, including training, role definition, and staff retention strategies.

  • Evaluate approaches for external quality assessment, accreditation pathways, and continuous quality improvement.

Learning objectives

  • Laboratory managers and technologists in low-resource settings

  • Clinicians and public health professionals involved in diagnostic services

  • Program managers, policymakers, and donors working on laboratory capacity strengthening

  • Biomedical engineers and procurement specialists supporting laboratory infrastructure

Who This is For

  • Modular structure with blended learning: pre-recorded lectures, readings, case studies, and interactive workshops

  • Practical sessions and simulations tailored to limited-resource contexts

  • Assessments including quizzes, practical evaluations, and a capstone project applying course principles to a real-world scenario

Course Format

  • Modular structure with blended learning: pre-recorded lectures, readings, case studies, and interactive workshops

  • Practical sessions and simulations tailored to limited-resource contexts

  • Assessments including quizzes, practical evaluations, and a capstone project applying course principles to a real-world scenario

Course Format

Estimated time commitment

  • Total: 20–40 hours, depending on elective modules chosen

  • Suggested pacing: 6–8 weeks part-time

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of clinical laboratory disciplines is recommended but not required; introductory materials provided

Outcomes and certification

  • Participants will receive a certificate of completion upon meeting assessment requirements

  • Practical tools and templates provided for immediate application in the workplace

Instructors

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