Topic 4: MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE/ MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED)

was established on May 18, 1994, through the passage of Republic

Act No. 7722, the Higher Education Act of 1992.

CHED

The government agency under the Office of the President of the Philippines that covers institutions of

higher education, both public and private.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

A four-year program consisting of general education and professional courses that

students are expected to complete within the first three years.

students’ internship

The fourth year is

dedicated to the ————————training in CHED-accredited training

laboratories affiliated with their college/department.

The Commission issued CHED Memorandum Order (CMO) No. 13, series of 2017

Provides the Policies, Standards, and Guidelines for the Bachelor of Science in

Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science program.

This serves as a guide for institutions offering the program.

CMO NO. 13 s. 2017

(Curriculum Description)

It was adopted and promulgated by the Commission on Higher Education in

accordance with RA 7722, in pursuance of the outcome-based quality assurance

system.

HEIs (Higher Education Institutions)

offering MT/MLS education may exercise

flexibility in their curricula, but MT/MLS courses as prescribed in the sample

program of study shall be implemented.

Immunology

Blood Banking

Clinical Microscope

Histopathology

Courses description or specialization

Medical Technologist Licensure Examination (MTLE)

Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

Professional Regulatory Board (PRB)

LICENSURE EXAMINATION

AND QUALIFICATIONS

Medical Technologist Licensure Examination (MTLE)

is conducted in order to identify graduates who possess the basic qualifications or the minimum conceptual

skills and technical competencies to perform the tasks with minimum errors.

Examination Schedule: Conducted twice a year (March & August)

Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

is the government agency, under the Office of the President of the Philippines, tasked to administer licensure

examinations to different professional.

Professional Regulatory Board (PRB)

PRB for Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science, under the PRC, is tasked to prepare and administer

the written licensure examinations for graduates qualified to take the examination.

1 Chairperson – a duly licensed Pathologist

2 Members – Registered Medical Technologists

Requirement: All must hold valid PRC licenses

Composition:

Good moral character

❏ Good health

❏ Has completed a program of at least

four years leading to the degree of

Bachelor of Science in Medical

Technology from a recognized school,

college, or university

QUALIFICATION FOR EXAMINATION

75%

Obtain a general weighted average of at least

RMT (Registered Medical Technologist)

In the Philippines, Medical Technology graduates who pass the Philippine Board of Medical

Technology are entitled to use—————after their name.

● American Medical Technologist in Rosemont, Illinois

● National Healthcare Association

● National Phlebotomy Association

● National Center for Competency Testing

● Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools

Certification and Licensing

OTHER CERTIFYING AGENCIES

• Licensed Medical Technologists/Medical Laboratory Scientists • Diagnostic Molecular Scientists • Research Scientists • Educators • Diagnostic Product Specialists • Public Health Practitioners • Healthcare Leaders

SPECIFIC PROFESSIONS/CAREERS/OCCUPATIONS FOR GRADUATES

Public Health/Epidemiology

• Veterinary Laboratory Science

- Molecular Biology/Biology

Nuclear Science

• Forensic Science

- Health Administration/Management

• Food and Industrial Microbiology 'as per CMO 13 series of 2017

AN MT/MLS GRADUATE MAY PRACTICE IN THE FOLLOWING FIELDS:

Philippine Association of Medical Technologists (PAMET)

❖ Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health (PASMETH)

Professional Organizations

❖ Council of Professional Health Associations

❖ Philippine Federation of Professional Associations

❖ Council of Health Agencies

❖ Philippine Council for Quality Assurance in Clinical Laboratories

Local Professional Associations:

❖ ASEAN Association of Clinical Laboratory Sciences

❖ Asia Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists

❖ International Federation of Biomedical Laboratory Scientists

❖ Asia-Pacific Federation of Clinical Biochemistry

International Professional Associations:

Philippine Association of Medical

Technologists

(PAMET)

Mr. Crisanto G. Almario

– Father of PAMET, who sought to standardize the profession and improve its

practice.

September 15, 1963, by Mr. Crisanto G. Almario

The First Organizational Meeting

- It was originally organized on? by?

September 20, 1964, at FEU,

The First National Convention

- It was held on

1. Circle - symbolizes the continuous involvement where practice and

education must always be integrated

2. Triangle Shape - is the trilogy of love, respect, and integrity

3. Microscope and Snake - symbolize the science of Medical Technology

profession

4. Green Color - the color of health

5. 1963 – the year of the first PAMET organizational meeting and the year

PAMET was established

Philippine Association of Medical

Technologists (PAMET)

Insignia/Logo:

Charlemagne T.

Tamondong

Philippine Association of Medical

Technologists (PAMET)

Highlights:

➔ First President:

Luella A.

Vertucio

Current President:

October 14, 1969:

PAMET was

incorporated and registered with

the Securities and Exchange

Commission

Integrity

Professionalism

Commitment

Excellence

Unity

Core Values

1. Circle - represents continuity of the learning, never-ending quest for

excellence

2. Diamond - four corners represents the four objectives:

- To Encourage

- To Work for the Enhancement

- To take a united stand

- To seek advice

3. Microscope - represents the field of Medical Technology and Public

Health

4. 1970 - the year PASMETH was established

Philippine Association of Schools of

Medical Technology & Public Health

(PASMETH)

Insignia/Logo:

Dr. Narciso Albarracin

originally conceptualized PASMETH and served as Director of the

Department of Education

Dr. Serafin Juliano and Dr. Gustavo Reyes

appointed to organize the association,

May 13, 1970

PASMETH was established with Dr. Reyes as the first president and Dr. Juliano as

vice president

May 17, 1971

the organization held its first annual meeting at the same school

October 6, 1985

– PASMETH was registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission under

Mr. Cirilo S. Cajucom, with the help of Atty. Dexter Bihis