Medical Laboratory Techniques Program - Giresun University
Medical Laboratory Techniques Program
Department of Medical Services and Techniques
Purpose and Scope of the Program
The Medical Laboratory Techniques Program at Giresun University Vocational School of Health Services was established to meet the growing demand for qualified workforce in the healthcare sector, and began accepting its first students in the 2011-2012 academic year.
The primary objective of the program is to train technicians who can effectively operate laboratory equipment used in diagnosis and treatment processes at healthcare institutions, and who can perform medical analyses accurately and reliably. The program aims to provide students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
Education Model
- 2-year full-time education (Language of instruction: Turkish)
- 3+1 Work-Based Vocational Training Model
- Three semesters of theoretical and applied courses at school
- Full-time workplace training at healthcare institutions in the 3rd or 4th semester
- Students gain practical experience prior to graduation
Program Features
- Curriculum is continuously updated to follow scientific and technological developments
- Emphasizes applied training and focuses on practical skills
- Modern laboratory technologies and methods are taught
- Students acquire working skills in accordance with quality standards in the healthcare sector
Employment Opportunities
- Laboratory units of public healthcare institutions
- Laboratory units of private healthcare institutions
- Medical analysis laboratories
- Research laboratories
- Other units providing laboratory services
Graduates may be appointed as Health Technicians (Medical Laboratory Technician) through the Public Personnel Selection Examination (KPSS).
Program Facilities
The program utilizes the classrooms and application laboratories of the Vocational School of Health Services. Students have the opportunity to complete their practical training at healthcare institutions in Giresun province, and their work-based vocational training at healthcare institutions across all provinces. This allows students to reinforce their theoretical knowledge through hands-on practice.
Contact
Head of Department: Prof. Dr. Halil GÖKCE
E-mail: halil.gokce@giresun.edu.tr
Program Coordinator: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra Deniz CANDAN
E-mail: esra.candan@giresun.edu.tr
Address: Giresun University Vocational School of Health Services, Güre Campus, GİRESUN
Phone: 0454 310 1375
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