A Laboratory Technician is a skilled professional who conducts experiments, analyses samples, maintains lab equipment, and supports scientific research in medical, chemical, or industrial laboratories.
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This laboratory technician training introduces core clinical laboratory skills, medical laboratory procedures and lab equipment handling. Learners develop practical confidence while studying online, focusing on accuracy, safe practice and reliable diagnostic testing techniques.
The course covers sample collection and analysis, laboratory safety and compliance, microscopy, chemistry, microbiology and haematology. Each module strengthens understanding of essential diagnostic processes used daily across modern medical and research laboratories.
Learners also explore quality control in laboratories, contamination prevention and structured workflow methods. This accessible programme builds the technical capability needed to support diagnostic teams, ensuring strong foundations for future laboratory roles and progression opportunities.
Learners take a multiple-choice exam that is automatically marked. The exam evaluates their understanding of the course content, and learners must achieve at least 60% to pass. Successful learners receive a CPD-certified certificate.
After completing the lab technician course assessment, you will qualify for a CPD certified certificate from One Education to showcase your achievement.
The certificate is available in two formats: a PDF version, which costs £9, or a printed hard copy that can be delivered to you by post for £15.
Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate
You will also be able to order a Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate as proof of your new achievement.
The QLS Endorsed Certificates can be ordered and delivered to your home by post for only £129. There is an additional £10 postage charge for international students.
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Laboratory knowledge builds essential scientific skills needed across medical, research and diagnostic settings. This course provides strong foundational training for new learners and professionals seeking to enhance their laboratory competence and confidence.
The Lab Technician Course is designed for flexible, self-paced study, allowing learners to progress comfortably while building practical laboratory understanding. Most learners complete the course in approximately 3 weeks and 4 days.
Completing this course prepares learners for a range of laboratory and healthcare support roles across clinical, diagnostic, and research environments. It provides a strong foundation for professional development in the UK science sector.
What exactly is an ‘endorsed’ course?
An endorsed course signifies quality content and premium material in a course for the non-regulated market which has been reviewed and approved by an independent quality inspector.
Does this course have any endorsements? Do I get any endorsed certificate after completion of the course?
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. After successfully completing the course & with a 60% passing score in assessment test, you will be able to order an endorsed certificate as proof of your new achievement.
Do I get any accredited qualifications after completing this course?
This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. One Education will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example, progression routes into further and/or higher education.
Do your certificates expire?
No, our certificates do not come with any expiration date.
Do I need to pay for the certification?
Yes, certification is available in PDF format, at the cost of £9, or a hard copy can be sent to you via post, at the cost of £15.
Do I need to pay for the exams?
No, there are no extra fees and hidden costs for the exam.
How to order a QLS certificate?
Endorsed certificates can be ordered and get delivered to your home by post for only £109. There is an additional £10 postage charge for international students
What is the method of teaching?
The course is fully online. You can study this course at your own pace. You will be taught through a combination of
How can I further assess my learning and get full tutor support?
Full tutor support is available only on weekdays ( Monday – Friday). You are advised to complete the assignment questions provided at the end of the course, our expert tutor will assess your assignment and will give you feedback on your performance.
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Can I purchase this course in bulk?
Yes, you can. To purchase courses in bulk, add the desired number of courses in the cart and then proceed to the payment option. We also have special discounts for Business Customers.
How long can I access this course ?
All of our courses can be accessed for 1 Year. After one year you have to buy this course again if you wish to continue.
If I take this course, may I be eligible to get a job as a laboratory technician in a laboratory or hospital in the UK?
Some employers prefer a graduate, and having a relevant degree or HND/HNC may improve your chances, mainly if competition is high. Entry without a degree is often possible, and some posts ask for GCSEs or science-related A-levels (or equivalent). Relevant vocational qualifications include NVQs in Laboratory Sciences or Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities. You can also find work as a laboratory technician through an apprenticeship.
Will you teach about the collection of specimens, preparation of slides and specimens, solutions used?
It only teaches the collection of specimens.
Are the reading materials printable?
No, reading materials are not printable.
| Laboratory Technician Level 7 | |||
| Module 01: Introduction to the Course | |||
| Module 01: Introduction to the Course | 00:14:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 01 | |||
| Module 01 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 02: Medical Laboratory Services | |||
| Module 02: Medical Laboratory Services | 00:21:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 02 | |||
| Module 02 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 03: Laboratory Equipments (Part-01) | |||
| Module 03: Laboratory Equipments (Part-01) | 00:26:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 03 | |||
| Module 03 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 04: Laboratory Equipments (Part-02) | |||
| Module 04: Laboratory Equipments (Part-02) | 00:15:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 04 | |||
| Module 04 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 05: Microscope and How to Use It | |||
| Module 05: Microscope and How to Use It | 00:17:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 05 | |||
| Module 05 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 06: Solutions Used in Clinical/Medical Laboratory | |||
| Module 06: Solutions Used in Clinical/Medical Laboratory | 00:17:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 06 | |||
| Module 06 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 07: Sterilisation, Disinfection and Decontamination | |||
| Module 07: Sterilisation, Disinfection and Decontamination | 00:18:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 07 | |||
| Module 07 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 08: Basic Haematology | |||
| Module 08: Basic Haematology | 00:50:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 08 | |||
| Module 08 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 09: Basic Haemostasis (Coagulation) | |||
| Module 09: Basic Haemostasis (Coagulation) | 00:30:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 09 | |||
| Module 09 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 10: Basic Immunology and Immunohematology | |||
| Module 10: Basic Immunology and Immunohematology | 00:38:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 10 | |||
| Module 10 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 11: Urinalysis | |||
| Module 11: Urinalysis | 00:35:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 11 | |||
| Module 11 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 12: Basic Clinical Chemistry | |||
| Module 12: Basic Clinical Chemistry | 00:39:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 12 | |||
| Module 12 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 13: Basic Clinical Microbiology | |||
| Module 13: Basic Clinical Microbiology | 00:26:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 13 | |||
| Module 13 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 14: Basic Parasitology | |||
| Module 14: Basic Parasitology | 00:29:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 14 | |||
| Module 14 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 15: Laboratory Accidents and Safety | |||
| Module 15: Laboratory Accidents and Safety | 00:18:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 15 | |||
| Module 15 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 16: Quality Assurance | |||
| Module 16: Quality Assurance | 00:20:00 | ||
| Assessment Module 16 | |||
| Module 16 Final Quiz Exam – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Recommended Materials | |||
| Recommended Readings – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 5 days | ||
| Workbooks – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 2 weeks, 1 day | ||
| Optional Assignment | |||
| Optional Assignment – Laboratory Technician Level 7 | 5 days | ||
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