Training Courses & Topics

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Preparedness and Response

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Laboratory Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP)

Develop a laboratory continuity of operations plan (COOP).

3.0 Hours P.A.C.E.® credit

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Core Science

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Basic Molecular Biology Module 1: Basic Science

Describe fundamental characteristics of DNA and RNA, nucleotide base-pairing rules, and basic techniques and workflow applied in molecular diagnostics.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Basic Molecular Biology Module 2: Laboratory Practice

Implement general biosafety and laboratory area flow practices, and minimize contamination.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Basic Molecular Biology Module 3: Nucleic Acid Extraction

Discuss nucleic acid extraction including extraction method selection, basic extraction steps, and nucleic acid analysis.

1.5 Hours P.A.C.E.® credit

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Basic Molecular Biology Module 4: Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Real-Time PCR

Explain the principles of Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and real-time PCR including PCR steps and product analysis, and real-time PCR characteristics.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Safety

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Fundamentals of Bloodborne Pathogens

This course provides training to help you develop the knowledge and skills to protect yourself and others while working with blood and OPIM. Your employer may require additional information and training to protect you from specific workplace hazard.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Fundamentals of Centrifuge Safety

Identify major parts of a centrifuge, types of centrifuges, potential hazards, how to work safely with a centrifuge, and emergency protocol. Implement proper practices for its safe and effective operations.

0.5 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Fundamentals of Chemical Fume Hood Safety

Identify major components of a chemical fume hood and implement proper practices for its safe and effective operation.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Safety Chemical Hazard Safety

Fundamentals of Communicating the Hazards of Laboratory Chemicals

This basic level eLearning course provides information on communicating the hazards of laboratory chemicals.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Fundamentals of Handling Compressed Gas Cylinders Safely

This course introduces clinical and public health laboratory professionals to the physical and chemical hazards associated with compressed gas and compressed gas cylinders, control measures to mitigate risks, and how to work safely with compressed gases and gas cylinders in the laboratory.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Fundamentals of Laboratory Safety

This course provides an overview of laboratory safety for clinical and public health laboratory personnel.

1.5 Hours P.A.C.E.® credit

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Fundamentals of Methylene Chloride Safety

This basic-level course provides information on the chemical properties and adverse health effects associated with the use of methylene chloride, or dichloromethane (DCM), in clinical and public health laboratories.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Fundamentals of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in Clinical Laboratories

Apply risk management strategies to identify hazards, assess risks, and select appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) options.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Fundamentals of Working Safely in a Biological Safety Cabinet (BSC)

Identify major parts of a Class II biological safety cabinet (BSC) and implement proper practices for its safe and effective operation.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Fundamentals of Working Safely with Formaldehyde and Glutaraldehyde

This course aims to equip you with knowledge about the properties, health risks, hazard controls, work practices, and protective equipment needed to safely handle formaldehyde and glutaraldehyde.

1.0 Hours

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Introduction to Laboratory Risk Management (LRM)

Apply risk management principles and practices to laboratory settings.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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LabTrainingVR: Biological Safety Cabinet Edition

A virtual reality (VR) course: Practice setting up, working in, decontaminating, and shutting down a biological safety cabinet (BSC) in a virtual laboratory.

1.5 Hours P.A.C.E.® credit

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LabTrainingVR: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Edition

Practice selecting the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and properly donning and doffing it in a virtual museum.

0.5 Hour

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OneLab VR: Centrifuge Safety Scenario

The goal for this scenario is for the user to select the correct tubes, properly balance, and load the centrifuge during the centrifugation process.

5-10 Minutes

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Safety, Packing and Shipping

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Packing and Shipping Dangerous Goods: What the Laboratory Staff Must Know

This course offers a detailed study of packing and shipping Division 6.2 infectious substances and dry ice according to DOT and IATA regulations. 

2.0 Hours P.A.C.E.® credit

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Packing and Shipping Dangerous Goods: What the Laboratory Staff Must Know

This course offers a detailed study of packing and shipping Division 6.2 infectious substances and dry ice according to DOT and IATA regulations. 

2.0 Hours P.A.C.E.® credit

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Informatics

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Introduction to Laboratory Informatics: Life of a Result

Identify the recipients of laboratory data, explain data and results storage, and discuss communicating data and results to various stakeholders.

2.0 Hours

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Introduction to Laboratory Informatics: Life of a Specimen

Describe laboratory informatics enterprise, data relationships, data quality and standards, and specimen progression through the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases.

2.0 Hours

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Introduction to Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) & Other Information Systems

Explore Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) functionality, the role of the LIMS interoperability, various information system and laboratory data regulations and standards, and the steps in implementing a LIMS.

1.5 Hours P.A.C.E.® credit

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Quality

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Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and Provider Performed Microscopy (PPM) Procedures: An Introduction.

Discuss the background of Provider-Performed Microscopy (PPM) procedures, including an overview of PPM procedures criteria, examinations, and regulations; how to apply for a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Certificate for PPM procedures; requirements for PPM personnel; and additional CLIA requirements and quality practices for PPM procedures.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Fundamentals of Quality Management Systems

Learn about key elements of Laboratory Quality Management systems.

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988

Explore an overview of the CLIA Regulatory Program, CLIA Laboratory Testing and Quality Standards, and CLIA Program Oversight and Administration.

1.5 Hours P.A.C.E.® credit

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Introduction to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Proficiency Testing

This course provides foundational information about CLIA proficiency testing (PT) including the PT process, scoring procedures, and referral. 

1.0 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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Laboratory Fundamentals

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Fundamentals of Public Health Laboratories

This basic course provides an overview of the 11 core functions of public health laboratories. This course also focuses on public health laboratories' role in the overall public health system, their relationship with key partners, and how they work together to serve communities.

1.0 Hours

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Laboratory Fundamentals OneLab VR Tutorial

OneLab VR: Tutorial Scenario

OneLab VR encompasses 12 different laboratories in a 50,000-square-foot virtual facility created for clinical and public health laboratory training. It also includes over 100 (and counting) laboratory-specific pieces of hardware and equipment.

5-10 Minutes

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Public Health Laboratories (PHL) 101

Public health laboratories focus on diseases and the health status of population groups. They perform limited diagnostic testing, reference testing, and disease surveillance.

These materials provide an overview of public health laboratory core functions and services.

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20 Mins.

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Routine Microscopy Procedures

This course is designed to explore the processes, procedures, and techniques necessary for completing routine microscopic examinations of laboratory specimens. 

1.5 Hours P.A.C.E.® credit

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Laboratory Fundamentals, Packing and Shipping

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OneLab VR: Packing and Shipping Dangerous Goods

The goal for this scenario is for the user to properly triple package the sample and safely transport it to the Specimen Receiving area for air shipping, then apply the proper marks and labels in the proper locations to the package and seal it.

5-10 Minutes

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OneLab VR: Packing and Shipping Dangerous Goods

The goal for this scenario is for the user to properly triple package the sample and safely transport it to the Specimen Receiving area for air shipping, then apply the proper marks and labels in the proper locations to the package and seal it.

5-10 Minutes

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Diagnostic Testing

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Ready? Set? Test! Patient Testing Is Important. Get the Right Results.

The training will help to assure that testing personnel have the basic training necessary to safely and accurately perform patient testing waived under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988.

1.5 Hour P.A.C.E.® credit

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