The academic content and curriculum of the Laboratory Technology Associate Degree Program aims to provide students with basic and applied knowledge in the field of laboratory technologies. The program usually covers a two-year education period, during which students receive intensive training in laboratory techniques, biology, chemistry and medical analysis.
Basic Science Courses: In the first year of the program, students usually take basic science courses such as biology, chemistry and physics. These courses help students understand the basic scientific concepts necessary for laboratory work.
Laboratory Techniques and Applications: These are courses that provide students with the ability to recognize various instruments and materials used in the laboratory environment, to be aware of laboratory safety issues and to apply basic laboratory procedures.
Medical Laboratory Courses: In these courses, testing and analysis methods commonly encountered in the medical laboratory environment are taught. In-depth knowledge is provided in areas such as hematology, biochemistry, microbiology and serology.
Pathology and Histology: Examination of pathological specimens and histological techniques are the main topics of these courses. Students learn processes such as preparation, staining and microscopic examination of tissue samples.
Quality Control and Laboratory Management: Quality control techniques and laboratory management principles necessary to ensure accuracy and reliability in laboratory studies are covered in these courses.
Clinical Practices and Internship: In the last semesters of the program, students do internships and clinical practices that will enable them to gain experience in a real laboratory environment. In this process, students have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge in practice.
The curriculum of the program aims to provide students with a broad perspective in the field of laboratory technologies, while at the same time providing the necessary skills and knowledge to enable graduates to work effectively in the field of laboratory services in the health sector. This comprehensive education makes it easier for students to find jobs in a variety of laboratory settings after graduation and to pursue a successful career.