DMLT Course in Chennai

Build foundational knowledge in clinical biochemistry, microbiology, haematology, blood banking and laboratory documentation through a two-year BSS course structure.

BSS AHE0012 YearsAllied Health & Paramedical
Medical laboratory professional using a microscope in a diagnostic laboratory
Course overview

About Medical Laboratory Technology

Medical laboratory technology supports the organised processing of specimens and the production of dependable laboratory information for authorised clinical teams. This programme introduces learners to the scientific foundations, safety discipline, documentation and supervised practical routines used in diagnostic laboratory environments.

The curriculum is suitable for students who are careful with detail, comfortable following standard procedures and interested in biochemistry, microbiology, haematology, blood banking and histopathology. Training emphasises specimen traceability, contamination prevention, equipment care and responsible laboratory practice.

What Students Learn

Clinical biochemistry

Foundations of biochemical testing workflows, reagent awareness, sample preparation and result documentation.

Clinical microbiology

Aseptic technique, contamination control, staining and culture-process awareness under supervision.

Haematology

Blood components, routine haematology workflow and careful handling of anticoagulated specimens.

Blood banking

Introductory blood-grouping, compatibility-process awareness, traceability and safety documentation.

Histopathology

Tissue-receipt, fixation, processing and slide-preparation concepts within defined laboratory protocols.

Quality systems

Equipment logs, stock records, internal checks, error prevention, confidentiality and escalation procedures.

Programme Subjects & Practical Components

I Year

Subject CodeOfficial BSS Subject
AHE001-01Communicative English and Computer Fundamentals
AHE001-02Clinical Bio Chemistry – I
AHE001-03Clinical Micro Biology – I & Parasitology
AHE001-04Haematology, Blood Banking & Histopathology – I
AHE001-05Practical – I
AHE001-06Practical – II
AHE001-07Practical – III
AHE001-08Practical – IV

II Year

Subject CodeOfficial BSS Subject
AHE001-09Clinical Bio Chemistry – II
AHE001-10Clinical Micro Biology – II
AHE001-11Haematology, Blood Banking & Histopathology – II
AHE001-12Practical – V
AHE001-13Practical – VI
AHE001-14Practical – VII

Subject names are presented as listed in the BSS academic reference used for this course page.

How the subjects connect inside a diagnostic laboratory

Request and identification: understand the test request, patient identifiers, specimen type and collection requirements.
Labelling and transport: prevent mix-ups, delay, leakage, contamination and unsuitable storage.
Preparation: follow the defined method for separation, aliquoting, staining or reagent setup under supervision.
Examination: handle instruments and observations carefully without exceeding the learner’s authorised role.
Quality review: recognise controls, equipment logs, repeat criteria and incidents requiring escalation.
Documentation: maintain traceable records, confidentiality and authorised result-release workflow.

Practical Learning

Practical activities may include

  • Workstation preparation and personal protective equipment
  • Sample receipt, labelling, transport and rejection awareness
  • Basic microscope handling and cleaning
  • Glassware, consumables and reagent identification
  • Registers, equipment logs and laboratory waste segregation

Equipment and resources

  • Microscope and slide-handling accessories
  • Centrifuge and basic sample-processing tools
  • Haematology and biochemistry analyser awareness
  • Pipettes, test tubes and laboratory glassware
  • Refrigeration, storage and biomedical-waste containers
Practical learning: Sessions emphasise safe procedures, hygiene, equipment care, documentation and teamwork under instructor guidance.

Programme Features

Theory and practical components connected to the programme
Year-wise study of major diagnostic laboratory disciplines
Strong emphasis on safety, traceability and documentation
Supervised familiarisation with commonly used laboratory equipment
Career-readiness guidance for diagnostic and hospital settings
Course-specific subjects, practical learning and career information

Skills Developed

  • Explain the pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical workflow
  • Maintain traceable records and identify common documentation errors
  • Follow infection-control and laboratory-safety procedures
  • Handle basic laboratory equipment with supervised care
  • Recognise observations or incidents requiring immediate escalation

Work Settings

  • Laboratory technician trainee
  • Diagnostic-centre laboratory assistant
  • Sample collection or processing support
  • Hospital laboratory support staff
  • Laboratory records and inventory assistant

Career Guidance & Placement Support

Career guidance focuses on profile preparation, interview orientation, workplace communication and awareness of suitable healthcare work settings.

Recruiters represented in institute placement records
St. Joseph HospitalVRR DiagnosticsHitech Diagnostic CentreMedall DiagnosticsLister MetropolisRainbow HospitalGlobal HospitalDR UK Diagnostic Centre

Who This Programme Suits

This programme is designed for learners who are interested in diagnostic laboratory and specimen-processing environments, value practical learning and can follow structured safety, teamwork and documentation practices.

Students interested in laboratory science and diagnostic-support work
Learners who can follow precise instructions and maintain accurate records
Students comfortable with specimens, protective equipment and hygiene protocols
Candidates seeking a structured entry pathway into supervised laboratory roles

Admission Enquiry

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  3. Submit the applicationComplete the online form or application process with the documents requested by admissions.
  4. Confirm enrolmentReceive the current fee, batch timing and joining information from the admission team.

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