Transcript Information Session Presentation

Molecular Diagnostics
Certificate Program
Information Session
Introduction
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Terry Kotrla, MS, MT(ASCP)BB
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Capella University
512-560-5321
[email protected]
Certificate Program
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The certificate consists of three
courses, one offered each semester.
Individuals who meet ASCP
requirements can use the
coursework as the foundation for
taking the certification exam.
Program Cost
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Program costs can be found at:
http://www.austincc.edu/health/cos
ts.php
The costs DO NOT include:
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Required immunizations
Criminal Background Check (Clinical
course only)
Drug screen (Clinical course only)
Scrubs (Clinical course only)
MLAB 2321 Molecular Diagnostics for
Clinical Laboratory Science
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This course provides a
comprehensive overview of the
fundamental principles of clinical
molecular diagnostics and explores
the use of molecular techniques in
the diagnosis of disease.
Offered ONLINE only in the
Spring during the 16 week
semester.
BlackBoard
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Online course delivery system.
http://acconline.austincc.edu
Will provide detailed information of
what is required each week.
You MUST be disciplined to
participate in an online course.
Write your schedule down for study
time AND STICK TO IT.
MLAB 2337 Molecular Diagnostics
Techniques
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An introduction to the theory and
laboratory techniques in molecular biology
with an emphasis on molecular
diagnostics, including DNA replication,
transcription, gene expression and
regulation, recombinant DNA and RNA
techniques.
Hybrid class – combination of online and
on campus activities.
Lecture and lab on campus in the
SUMMER semester on 4 Saturdays.
MLAB 2263 Molecular Diagnostics
Clinical
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Apply the theory, concepts, and
skills in the clinical setting.
Assigned to local hospitals or clinics.
100 hours
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40 hours at clinical site
40 hours on research paper
20 hours miscellaneous required
assignments
How Difficult are the Courses?
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These are college level courses
covering a relatively complex topic.
Review of basic genetic such as
Mendelian genetics and concepts
and principles of gene transmission.
Review of nucleic acid structure and
function.
In depth coverage of molecular
testing.
Techniques
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Principle and theory of all aspects of
a molecular procedure.
Application of knowledge for each
element of a procedure
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Calculating Temperature of Melting
Determining concentrations of
reactants for a procedure.
Determining the sequence of primers
and probes for specific targets.
Techniques
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Either hands on, virtual or both
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Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
DNA hybridization
Gel electrophoresis
Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism
(RFLP)
Blotting techniques
Microarray
Evaluation of controls to validate
results
Other
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Components necessary to set up a
molecular laboratory.
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Physical lay out especially as it
concerns prevention of crosscontamination
Equipment necessary
Applications
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Forensics
Oncology
Immunology
Hematology
Predictive Genetic Testing
Immunohematology
Pharcogenetics
Molecular Virology
Resources
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A web page of resources has been
started to give you an idea of what
will be covered.
http://www.austincc.edu/mlt/md/md_certificate
.html
ASCP MB Certification
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This certificate will be the starting
point for preparing for those eligible
to take the MB certification exam.
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Eligibility
Exam Content
Suggested reading
Application Process
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Complete an application.
Review Information Session materials in
this presentation.
Submit the following:
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Completed application
Completed immunization form
http://www.austincc.edu/health/AllOthers.php
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT
BE ACCEPTED
Additional Requirements for Clinical
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DO NOT COMPLETE UNTIL TOLD TO DO SO
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Criminal Background check http://www.austincc.edu/health/background.php
Drug Screen http://www.austincc.edu/health/drug_screen.php
Beginning Fall 2014, proof of health
insurance for all health sciences students
is required prior to beginning the clinical
course. Visit
http://www.austincc.edu/health/health_in
surance.php for more information.
Health Science Admission’s Office
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Address:
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Room 8356
3401 Webberville Rd., Austin, 78702
Phone Number: 512-223-5700
Toll Free 1-888-626-1697
Email:
[email protected]
Questions??
Keri Brophy-Martinez Contact Info
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Phone: 512-223-5877
BEST CONTACT IS EMAIL
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[email protected]
Additional information about health
science programs, including
molecular, is found at:
http://www.austincc.edu/health/