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THE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM

CMO NO. 13 S. 2017
• Policies, Standards and Guidelines for the Bachelor 5.3.4 participate in activities related to promoting the
of Science in Medical Technology/ Medical profession and actively engage in life-long learning
Laboratory Science undertakings; and
• March 28, 2017
5.3.5 develop collaborative and leadership qualities.

SPECIFIC PROFESSIONS/CAREERS/ OCCUPATIONS FOR

GRADUATES

5.4.1 Licensed Medical Technologists/Medical

Laboratory Scientists
5.4.2 Diagnostic Molecular Scientists
• OUTCOMES-BASED APPROACH 5.4.3 Research Scientists
5.4.4 Educators
SEC.5 PROGRAM SPECIFICATIONS 5.4.5 Diagnostic Product Specialists
5.4.6 Public Health Practitioners
Degree Name 5.4.7 Healthcare Leaders
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Bachelor
of Science in Medical Laboratory Science ALLIED MEDICAL FIELDS

Nature of the Field of Study An MT/MLS graduate may practice in the following
• 4-year course fields:
• General Education and Professional Courses
• 1 year internship 5.5.1 Public Health/Epidemiology
5.5.2 Veterinary Laboratory Science
o CHED accredited training laboratories
5.5.3 Molecular Biology/Biology
o Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology,
5.5.4 Nuclear Science
Immunohematology (Blood Banking),
5.5.5 Forensic Science
Immunology and Serology, Urinalysis and 5.5.6 Health Administration/Management
Other Body Fluid (Clinical Microscopy), 5.5.7 Food and Industrial Microbiology
Parasitology, Histopathologic/Cytologic
Techniques, and other emergent technologies
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
PROGRAM GOALS
6.3 Specific to Bachelor of Science in Medical
For the graduates to: Technology/Medical Laboratory Science The graduates
have the ability to:
5.3.1 develop the knowledge, skills, professional
attitude, and values in the performance of clinical a. demonstrate a technical competence in the
laboratory procedures needed to help the physician in performance of clinical laboratory tests in aid of
the proper diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases
prevention of diseases; vis-à-vis biosafety and waste management;
b. demonstrate an analytical and critical thinking skills
5.3.2 acquire critical thinking skills in Medical in the workplace;
Technology/Medical Laboratory Science; c. C. engage in the collection, analysis, and projection
of health information for improving the health care
5.3.3 engage in research and community-related
management system;
activities;
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d. demonstrate inter-personal skills. leadership • evaluate the validity of the generated data and
qualities, and ethical practice of the profession; e. assure its reliability before reporting;
apply research skills in relevant areas of Medical • recognize errors/problems and perform root cause
Technology/Medical Laboratory Science practice; analysis to establish a course of action; and
e. participate in community-oriented activities; • apply the principles of educational methodology
f. engage in life-long learning activities, and and resource management
g. demonstrate effective teaching and communication
skills. C. Engage in the collection, analysis, and protection
of health information for improving the healthcare
management system
PROGRAM INDICATORS

A. Demonstrate technical competence in the Performance Indicators:

performance of clinical laboratory tests in aid of
diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases The graduates shall be able to:
vis-à-vis biosafety and waste management. • collect health information for health care
management;
Performance Indicators: • analyze health information data;
• interpret health information data; and
The graduates shall be able to: • contribute in designing and planning a course of
• collect, handle, and process biological specimens action to address health concerns and issues.
properly and safely;
• perform laboratory testing accurately through the
D. Demonstrate inter-personal skills, leadership
use of appropriate techniques, skills, and
qualities, and ethical practice of the profession
technology;
• analyze and interpret laboratory test data; Performance Indicators:
• monitor testing procedures, equipment, and
professional/ technical competency using quality The graduates shall be able to:
assurance methodologies; • work effectively with peers, with multi-disciplinary,
• operate instruments properly and perform and multicultural teams;
appropriate preventive and corrective • demonstrate good inter-personal skills with patients
maintenance; and coworkers;
• adhere to all laboratory safety rules and • plan and organize activities;
regulations;
• practice professionalism;
• use computers and laboratory software
competently; • practice the principles of data security and patient's
• discuss appropriate and novel technology for confidentiality; and
Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science • exhibit ethical behavior.
application;
• carry out the evaluation of new procedures and E. Apply research skills in relevant areas of Medical
instruments; and Technology/Medical Laboratory Science practice;
• apply principles of educational methodology and
laboratory management. Performance Indicators:

The graduates shall be able to:

B. Demonstrate analytical and critical thinking skills
• identify research topic relevant to Medical
in the workplace
Technology/Medical Laboratory Science;
• use appropriate research methods;
Performance Indicators:
• perform the research according to plan;
• analyze and interpret research data; and
The graduates shall be able to:
• disseminate research results.
• demonstrate skills in quality assurance and
continuous quality improvement;
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F. Participate in community-oriented activities 9.1.2 General Education Elective Courses 9 units
GE Elective 1 3 units
Performance Indicators:
GE Elective 2 3 units
The graduates shall be able to: GE Elective 3 3 units
• engage in community-oriented activities; 9.1.3 General Education Mandated 3 units
• plan and organize medical technology-related Courses
activities in the community; The Life and Works of Rizal 3 units
9.1.4 Physical Education Courses 8 units
• apply the principles of good practice in community
Physical Education 1 2 units
service and social responsibility; and
Physical Education 2 2 units
• implement, monitor, and evaluate activities in the
Physical Education 3 2 units
community.
Physical Education 4 2 units
9.1.5 NSTP Courses 6 units
G. Engage in life-long learning activities
NSTP 1 3 units
Performance Indicators: NSTP 2 3 units
9.1.6 Core courses 25 units
The graduates shall be able to: Inorganic and Organic Chemistry 4 units
• discuss trends/developments in Medical Analytical Chemistry 4 units
Technology/Medical Laboratory Science practice; Biochemistry for Med Lab Science 5 units
• participate in professional organizations; and Human Anatomy and Physiology 4 units
• engage in continuing professional development with Pathophysiology
activities. Principles and Strategies of Teaching 2 units
in Med Lab Science
H. Demonstrate effective teaching and Biostatistics and Epidemiology 3 units
communication skills Health Information System 3 units
9.1.7 Professional Courses 65 units
Performance Indicators: Principles of Med Lab Science 1 3 units
Principles of Med Lab Science 2 3 units
The graduates shall be able to:
Community and Public Health for 4 units
• provide proper information and instruction to
Med Lab Science
patients;
Human Histology 2 units
• implement proper classroom management and Molecular Biology and Diagnostics 3 units
instruction; MedTech Laws and Bioethics 3 units
• follow oral and written instructions; Cytogenetics 2 units
• prepare correct communication materials; and Clinical Chemistry 1 5 units
communicate effectively across multiple platforms. Clinical Bacteriology 5 units
Clinical Parasitology 3 units
CURRICULUM Hematology 1 4 units
Histopathologic and Cytologic 3 units
Section 9. Minimum Curriculum Techniques
Laboratory Management 2 units
9.1 Components Clinical Chemistry 2 5 units
9.1.1 General Education Core Courses 24 units Hematology 2 3 units
Understanding The Self 3 Units Immunology and Serology 4 units
Readings In Philippine History 3 Units Immunohematology 4 units
The Contemporary World 3 Units Analysis of Urine and Body Fluids 3 units
Mathematics In the Modern World 3 Units Mycology and Virology 2 units
Purposive Communication 3 Units Seminar 1 1 unit
Art Appreciation 3 Units Seminar 2 1 unit
Science, Technology, And Society 3 Units 9.1.8 Research Courses 5 units
Ethics 3 Units Intro to Med Lab Science Research 2 units
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Research Paper Writing and 3 units

Presentation
9.1.9 Clinical Internship Courses 28 units
Clinical Internship 1 12 units
Clinical Internship 2 12 units
Medical Technology Assessment 2 units
Program 1
Medical Technology Assessment 2 units
Program 2

FACULTY
• Teaching Non-licensure MT/MLS courses
o Masters/Doctoral degree in related fields
• Teaching courses included in the licensure
examination
o RMT
o Master’s degree: Med Tech, Public Health
o 1-year clinical experience
o No more than 3 preparations
o Full time status
o Active member: PAMET, PASMETH

LABORATORY AND FACILITIES

LECTURE ROOM REQUIREMENTS

• Maximum 1:40 faculty/student ratio
• Entrance and exit door

LABORATORY ROOM REQUIREMENTS

• Maximum 1:20 faculty/student ratio
• Fully-equipped laboratory facilities
• Entrance and exit door
• 1 square meter every 1-2 students
• Locker for every 1-5 students
• Rooms- well ventilated, well lighted

REQUIRED RESOURCES

DEAN/HEAD
• Filipino citizen
• Must be of good moral character
• RMT – updated license
• Graduate degree; MSMT, Public Health, Education
Administration, other MT/MLS related programs
• Doctor of Medicine; MSMT, PH, Ed. Admin.
(Educational Management, Administration and
Leadership) and other MT/MLS related programs
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• The intern shall render 32 clinical laboratory duty

hours per week completing a total of 1,664 hours
for the whole year which can be broken down as
follows:

Two 8-hour regular duty per week = 16

One 16-hour duty per week = 16

32 hours x 52 weeks/year = 1,664 hours

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF INTERNS

Conduct and Behavior

• Behave in a professional and disciplined manner at
all times
• Treat the patients with compassion
• Avoid undue familiarity, intimacy, and acceptance
of gifts/fees in any form from patients
• Treat the staff with utmost respect and courtesy
• Treat the result with confidentiality
• Work harmoniously with fellow interns and other
personnel of the institutions
• Strictly adhere to the Code of Ethics of Medical
Technologists

Attendance and Punctuality

a. Duty
• Punctuality in reporting for clinical laboratory
duty must be strictly observed. Each intern must
report on time in his/her respective area/section
of assignment. Interns must report at least 15
minutes before the start of duty. Interns who are
found to be "Out of Post" (OP) but within the
laboratory premises will be given 2 hours of
make-up duty as sanction by the section head or
the training officer while those found "Out of
Post" (outside the hospital) shall be given three
(3) days of make-up duty as sanction.
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PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Breakages

MERITS AND DEMERITS