FYI!! How will this affect our application for license etc.
Certification scheme for the medical laboratory science profession now open for pilot testing.
3rd Feb 20
The Australian Council for Certification of the Medical Laboratory Scientific Workforce (ACCMLSW) is a newly created not for profit company established to administer the voluntary certification scheme for medical scientists and technical officers.
Member organisations making up the Council are: Australasian Association for Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Medicine, Australian Institute of Medical Scientists, Australian Society of Cytology, Human Genetics Society of Australasia, Fertility Society of Australia, Thrombosis Haemostasis Society of Australia and NZ, Australasian Society for Clinical Immunology and Allergy, Australian Society for Microbiology, and Australian and NZ Society for Blood Transfusion.
Each member organisation has a representative on the interim Board and has contributed to the implementation of the scheme.
Although the scheme officially launches in July 2020, we are now open for applications to test our processes and iron out any bugs. In return for being our pilot testers, applications received before 30th June will enjoy a discount of 20% on the normal rate.
The following minimum requirements must be met for your application to be considered by the Board.
For a scientist, a relevant degree in Science or Applied Science (AQF Level 7 or above) which would permit membership as a scientist of a member organisation.
For a technical officer, documentary evidence of completing a relevant VET sector course at AQF 5 or 6 which would permit membership as a technical officer of a member organisation (or higher relevant qualification such as a science degree).
Evidence of minimum 2 years relevant recent experience
Willingness to agree to the Code of Conduct/Ethics
Declaration of competency assessment and experience by applicant's supervisor using the pro forma available on the website.
CPD Certificate from an accredited CPD provider or an outline of CPD activities undertaken in the previous 2 years
