2019 - 2020
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Medical Laboratory Assisting 
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Health Science

	Secondary – Career Preparatory	
Program Number	8417200	
CIP Number	0317030402	
Grade Level	9-12	
Standard Length	4 credits	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure section.	
CTSO	HOSA: Future Health Professionals	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	29-2012 Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
31-9099 Healthcare Support Workers, All Other	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose 

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of Health Science career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to planning, management, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues.  Clinical learning experiences are an integral part of this program.

The program is designed to prepare students for employment as medical/clinical lab technicians, (or medical lab assistants 29-2099 - Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other)

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of four courses and two occupational completion points. The two credit core is required as a prerequisite for all programs and options.  Secondary students completing the two required courses will not have to repeat the core in postsecondary.  When the recommended sequence is followed, the structure allows students to complete at specified points for employment or remain for advanced training or cross-training.  A student who completes the applicable competencies at any occupational completion point may either continue with the training program or exit as an occupational completer.

The two courses in the core are:

	8417100 - Health Science Anatomy and Physiology 
	8417110 - Health Science Foundations  

To teach the courses listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher certifications indicated for that course.

The following table illustrates the secondary program structure:

OCP	Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	SOC Code	Level	Graduation Requirement	
A	8417100	Health Science Anatomy and Physiology	ANY HEALTH OCCUP G
*(See DOE approved list)	1 credit	31-9099	3	EQ	
	8417110	Health Science Foundations		1 credit	31-9099	3		
B	8417201	Medical Laboratory Assisting 3	LAB TECH @7 7G
TEC MED !7 G	1 credit	29-2012	3		
	8417202	Medical Laboratory Assisting 4		1 credit	29-2012	3		
(Graduation Requirement Abbreviations- EQ= Equally Rigorous Science, PA= Practical Arts, EC= Economics)

Academic Alignment Tables

Academic alignment is an ongoing, collaborative effort of professional educators specializing in the fields of science, mathematics, English/language arts, and Career and Technical Education (CTE). This initiative supports CTE programs by improving student performance through the integration of academic content within CTE courses. Career and Technical Education courses that have been aligned to the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science and the Florida Standards for Mathematics and English/Language Arts will show the following data: the quantity of academic standards in the CTE course; the total number of standards contained in the academic course; and the percentage of alignment to the CTE course.

Courses	Anatomy/ Physiology
Honors	Astronomy     Solar/Galactic Honors	Biology 1	Chemistry 1	Earth-Space Science	Environmental Science	Genetics	Integrated Science	Marine Science 1 Honors	Physical Science	Physics 1	
8417100	46/87
53%	6/80
8%	52/83
63%	7/69
10%	26/67
39%	8/70
11%	21/69
30%	34/82
41%	9/66
14%	29/74
39%	6/72
8%	
8417110	17/87
20%	16/80
20%	32/83
39%	13/69
19%	28/67
42%	15/70
21%	14/69
20%	28/82
34%	18/66
27%	31/74
42%	12/72
17%	
8417201	30/87
34%	23/80
29%	6/83
7%	23/69
33%	2/67
3%	22/70
31%	23/69
33%	5/82
6%	18/66
27%	2/74
3%	23/72
32%	
8417202	27/87
31%	25/80
31%	6/830%	0/69
0%	0/67
0%	22/70
31%	0/69
0%	0/82
0%	0/66
0%	2/74
3%	23/72
32%	
**   Alignment pending review    						#   Alignment attempted, but no correlation to academic course

Courses	Algebra 1	Algebra 2	Geometry	English 1	English 2	English 3	English 4	
8417100	21/67
31%	9/75
12%	18/54
33%	14/46
30%	14/45
31%	#	#	
8417110	25/67
37%	15/75
20%	18/54
33%	22/46
48%	22/45
49%	25/45
56%	25/45
56%	
8417201	9/67
13%	16/75
21%	8/54
15%	#	#	9/45
20%	9/45
20%	
8417202	10/67
15%	18/75
24%	8/54
15%	#	#	5/45
11%	5/45
11%	
**   Alignment pending review    			#   Alignment attempted, but no correlation to academic course

Florida Standards for Technical Subjects 

Florida Standards (FS) for English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects are the critical reading and writing literacy standards designed for grade 6 and above. These standards are predicated on teachers of history/social studies, science, and technical subjects using their content area expertise to help students meet the particular challenges of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language in their respective fields. The FS for Mathematical Practices are designed for grades K-12 and describe varieties of expertise that educators at all levels should seek to develop in their students. These practices rest on important “processes and proficiencies” with longstanding importance in mathematics education.

Instructors must incorporate the Florida Standards for Technical Subjects and Mathematical Practices throughout instruction of this CTE program.  To access these standards, please click on the following link: http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5652/urlt/FloridaStandardsTechSubjects.rtf.  

Florida Standards for English Language Development (ELD)
English language learners communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting. ELD.K12.SI.1.1 

English Language Development (ELD) Standards Special Notes:
Teachers are required to provide listening, speaking, reading and writing instruction that allows English language learners (ELL) to communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting.   For the given level of English language proficiency and with visual, graphic, or interactive support, students will interact with grade level words, expressions, sentences and discourse to process or produce language necessary for academic success. The ELD standard should specify a relevant content area concept or topic of study chosen by curriculum developers and teachers which maximizes an ELL’s need for communication and social skills. To access an ELL supporting document which delineates performance definitions and descriptors, please click on the following link: http://www.cpalms.org/uploads/docs/standards/eld/SI.pdf.
For additional information on the development and implementation of the ELD standards, please contact the Bureau of Student Achievement through Language Acquisition at sala@fldoe.org.

Common Career Technical Core – Career Ready Practices

Career Ready Practices describe the career-ready skills that educators should seek to develop in their students.  These practices are not exclusive to a Career Pathway, program of study, discipline or level of education.  Career Ready Practices should be taught and reinforced in all career exploration and preparation programs with increasingly higher levels of complexity and expectation as a student advances through a program of study. 

1. Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee. 

2. Apply appropriate academic and technical skills. 

3. Attend to personal health and financial well-being. 

4. Communicate clearly, effectively and with reason. 

5. Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions. 

6. Demonstrate creativity and innovation. 

7. Employ valid and reliable research strategies. 

8. Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. 

9. Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management. 

10. Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals. 

11. Use technology to enhance productivity. 

12. Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence. 

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

Standards 1-27 encompass the Health Science Core: 

01.0	Analyze and interpret an overview of the human body, including organization and chemical process.
02.0	Apply correct medical terminology relating to body structure and function within a real-world application.
03.0	Evaluate cells and tissues microscopically and macroscopically and relate their specialized functions.
04.0	Analyze the integumentary system in relation to health and disease.
05.0	Analyze the skeletal system in relation to health and disease.
06.0	Analyze the muscular system in relation to health and disease. 
07.0	Analyze the nervous system in relation to health and disease.
08.0	Analyze the endocrine system in relation to health and disease.
09.0	Analyze the cardiovascular/circulatory system in relation to health and disease.
10.0	Analyze the lymphatic and immune systems in relation to health and disease.
11.0	Analyze the respiratory system in relation to health and disease.
12.0	Analyze the digestive system in relation to health and disease.
13.0	Analyze the urinary system in relation to health and disease.
14.0	Analyze both the male and female reproductive systems in relation to health and disease.
15.0	Identify and explain factors relating to genetics and disease.
16.0	Evaluate and apply the principles of disease transmission and control to real-world scenarios.
17.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the healthcare delivery system and health occupations.
18.0	Demonstrate the ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills effectively.
19.0	Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities.
20.0	Demonstrate an understanding of and apply wellness and disease concepts.
21.0	Recognize and practice safety and security procedures.
22.0	Recognize and respond to emergency situations.
23.0	Recognize and practice infection control procedures.
24.0	Demonstrate an understanding of information technology applications in healthcare.
25.0	Demonstrate employability skills.
26.0	Demonstrate knowledge of blood borne diseases, including HIV/AIDS.
27.0	Apply basic math and science skills. 

Standards 28-44 encompass Medical Laboratory Assisting: 

28.0	Demonstrate accepted professional, communication, and interpersonal skills. 
29.0	Discuss phlebotomy in relation to the health care setting. 
30.0	Identify the anatomic structure and function of body systems in relation to services performed by phlebotomist. 
31.0	Recognize and identify collection reagents supplies, equipment and interfering chemical substances. 
32.0	Demonstrate skills and knowledge necessary to perform phlebotomy. 
33.0	Practice infection control following standard precautions.
34.0	Practice accepted procedures of transporting, accessioning and processing specimens. 
35.0	Practice quality assurance and safety. 
36.0	Identify the federal and state laws which serve to regulate the provision of laboratory services, including CLIA, Florida Statutes, and Florida Administrative Code.
37.0	Demonstrate a basic understanding of ICD and CPT coding Systems.
38.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of microbiology.
39.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of urinalysis. 
40.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of clinical chemistry. 
41.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of hematology.
42.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of and perform clinical laboratory Point of Care (POC) testing (Waived).
43.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of and perform Point of Care (POC) Testing using CLIA approved Waived instrumentation.
44.0	Successfully complete learning experiences in the clinical setting.

2019 - 2020
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards
Health Science Core: 

The first two courses in this program are referred to as the Health Science Core and consist of the courses Health Science Anatomy & Physiology (8417100) and Health Science Foundations (8417110). These courses were previously titled Health Science 1 and Health Science 2. To ensure consistency whenever these courses are offered, the standards and benchmarks for the health science core have been placed in a separate document. 

You can access the course outline, standards, and benchmarks by visiting this link:
http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5655/urlt/health-sci-core-secondary.rtf

The two credit core is required as a prerequisite for all secondary programs except for Practical Nursing and Pharmacy Technician.  Secondary students completing the two required courses will not have to repeat the core in postsecondary.  When the recommended sequence is followed, the structure allows students to complete at specified points for employment or remain for advanced training or cross-training.  

Course Title: 	Health Science Anatomy & Physiology 
Course Number: 	8417100
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:
This course is part of the secondary Health Core consisting of an overview of the human body, both structurally and functionally with emphasis on the pathophysiology and transmission of disease.  Medical terminology is an integral part of the course.

The course Anatomy and Physiology (2000350) or Anatomy and Physiology Honors (2000360) may be substituted for the course Health Science Anatomy & Physiology (8417100).   

The course Health Science Anatomy & Physiology (8417100) is designated as an equally rigorous (EQ) science credit.

Course Title: 	Health Science Foundations 
Course Number: 	8417110
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:
This course is part of the Secondary Health Core designed to provide the student with an in depth knowledge of the health care system and associated occupations.  Emphasis is placed on communication and interpersonal skills, use of technology, ethics and the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills.  Students may shadow professionals throughout the course.  

2019 - 2020
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title:		Medical Laboratory Assisting 3
Course Number:	8417201
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This one credit course is the third course of a four course occupational completion point for Medical Lab Assistant.  Live work is not recommended for this course.  Students completing this course have also met the postsecondary requirements of phlebotomy except for clinical experiences with live work.

Abbreviations: 
FS-M/LA = Florida Standards for Math/Language Arts
NGSSS-Sci = Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	FS-M/LA	NGSSS-Sci	
28.0	Demonstrate accepted professional, communication, and interpersonal skills. – The student will be able to:			
28.01	Demonstrate the appropriate professional behavior of a phlebotomist.			
28.02	Explain to the patient the procedure to be used in specimen collection. 	LAFS.1112.SL.2.4
LAFS.1112.RI.1.3  		
28.03	Explain in detail the importance of identifying patients correctly when drawing blood.	LAFS.1112.SL.2.4   LAFS.1112.RI.1.1   LAFS.1112.RI.1.2		
28.04	Describe the scope of practice (job skills and duties) for a phlebotomist.			
28.05	List and describe professional organizations that provide accreditation, certification, and licensure to phlebotomists and phlebotomy programs.			
28.06	Explain the importance of continuing education in relation to certification to maintain competency and skills.			
29.0	Discuss phlebotomy in relation to the health care setting. – The student will be able to:			
29.01	List, classify and discuss various departments and services within the health care setting in which the phlebotomist must interact with to obtain laboratory specimens from patients.	LAFS.1112.RI.1.1 LAFS.1112.RI.1.2 LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
29.02	Identify the major departments/sections with the clinical laboratory, the major types of procedures run in each department/section, and their specimen requirements.	LAFS.1112.RI.2.4		
29.03	Describe roles of the major classifications of clinical laboratory personnel (i.e., pathologist, chief/administrative technologist, CLS, MLS, MLT, MT, phlebotomist, lab assistant, etc.).	LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
30.0	Identify the anatomic structure and function of body systems in relation to services performed by phlebotomist. – The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.14.3 SC.912.L.14.4
SC.912.L.14.35 SC.912.L.14.36 SC.912.L.14.37 SC.912.L.14.38 SC.912.L.14.39 SC.912.L.14.40 SC.912.L.14.41	
30.01	Describe and define major body systems with emphasis on the circulatory system.	LAFS.1112.RI.2.4 LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
30.02	List and describe the main superficial veins used in performing venipuncture.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
30.03	 Locate the most appropriate sites(s) for capillary and venipuncture.			
30.04	Describe the function of the following blood components: erythrocytes, thrombocytes, leukocytes and plasma.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
30.05	Compare and contrast between serum and plasma as it relates to blood collection.			
30.06	Discuss hemostasis as it relates to blood collection.			
31.0	Recognize and identify collection reagents supplies, equipment and interfering chemical substances. – The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.14.35 SC.912.N.1.1	
31.01	Identify and discuss proper use of appropriate types of equipment needed to collect various clinical laboratory blood specimens by venipuncture.	LAFS.1112.RI.2.4 LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
31.02	Explain the special precautions and types of equipment needed to collect blood from the pediatric patient. 	LAFS.1112.W.2.4 LAFS.1112.SL.2.6 LAFS.1112.SL.2.4		
31.03	Identify and discuss proper use of supplies used in collecting short-draw specimens or difficult draws.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4 LAFS.1112.SL.2.6 LAFS.1112.SL.2.4 LAFS.1112.RI.2.4		
31.04	Identify and discuss the proper use of the various types of anticoagulants, preservatives and gels used in blood collection and the vacuum tube color-codes for these additives.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4 LAFS.1112.SL.2.6 LAFS.1112.SL.2.4 LAFS.1112.RI.2.4		
31.05	Describe the types of specimens that are analyzed in the clinical laboratory and the phlebotomist's role in collecting and/or transporting these specimens to the laboratory.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
31.06	Describe substances potentially encountered during phlebotomy which can interfere in analysis of blood constituents.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
31.07	Define and utilize correct medical terminology and metric measurement needed for specimen collection.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4 LAFS.1112.SL.2.6 LAFS.1112.SL.2.4
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
32.0	Demonstrate skills and knowledge necessary to perform phlebotomy. – The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.14.35 SC.912.L.14.36 SC.912.N.1.1	
32.01	Follow approved procedure for completing a laboratory requisition form.			
32.02	Recognize a properly completed requisition. 	LAFS.1112.RI.2.4		
32.03	Demonstrate knowledge of established protocol for patient and specimen identification. 			
32.04	Discuss appropriate methods for facilitating and preparing the patient for capillary and venipuncture collection.	LAFS.1112.SL.2.6 LAFS.1112.SL.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.4 		
32.05	List appropriate antiseptic agents useful in preparing sites for capillary and venipuncture.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4 LAFS.1112.RI.2.4		
32.06	Perform venipuncture by evacuated tube, butterfly and syringe systems, demonstrating appropriate use of supplies, proper handling of equipment and specimens, and appropriate patient care.			
32.07	Describe the correct order of draw.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4 LAFS.1112.SL.2.6		
32.08	Describe the use of barcoding systems used for specimen collection.			
32.09	 Convey an understanding of capillary puncture using appropriate supplies and techniques for both adults and pediatric patients.			
32.10	Describe the most common complications associated with capillary and venipuncture, their causes, prevention and treatment.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
32.11	Recognize and respond to possible adverse patient reactions such as allergies, convulsions, syncope, light headedness, vomiting, and nerve involvement.			
32.12	Perform appropriate procedures for disposing of used or contaminated capillary and venipuncture supplies.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
32.13	Perform appropriate techniques for making a peripheral blood smear for hematologic evaluation.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
32.14	Demonstrate the proper procedure for collecting blood cultures.			
32.15	Discuss the effects of hemolysis and methods of prevention. 			
32.16	Demonstrate a working understanding of how age and weight of patients impacts the maximum amount of blood that can be safely drawn.			
33.0	Practice infection control following standard precautions. – The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.14.52 SC.912.N.1.1	
33.01	Define the term hospital acquired infection.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
33.02	Describe and practice procedures for infection prevention including hand washing skills.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4		
33.03	Discuss transmission based precautions.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4 LAFS.1112.SL.2.6		
33.04	Identify potential routes of infection and their complications.	LAFS.1112.RI.2.4		
34.0	Practice accepted procedures of transporting, accessioning and processing specimens. – The student will be able to:		SC.912.N.1.1	
34.01	Follow the approved procedure for preparation and processing (e.g. - centrifugation, separation, aliquoting, labeling, and storage) of serum, plasma, urine, sputum, stool, and wound culture specimens.  	LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.SL.2.6
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
34.02	Demonstrate knowledge of accessioning procedures.			
34.03	 Describe the significance of time constraints for specimen collection, transporting and delivery.	LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.SL.2.6		
34.04	 Describe routine procedures for transporting and processing specimens including DOT packaging requirements.			
35.0	Practice quality assurance and safety. – The student will be able to:		SC.912.N.1.1	
35.01	Distinguish and perform procedures which ensure reliability of test results when collecting blood specimens.			
35.02	Practice appropriate patient safety.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a
LAFS.1112.W.1.2b		
35.03	Practice safety in accordance with OSHA (state & federal guidelines) for chemical, biological, and PPE established procedures including proper disposal of sharps and biohazardous materials.			
35.04	Follow documentation procedures for work related accidents.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b		
35.05	Implement appropriate Joint Commission patient safety goals and other accrediting/regulatory agency guidelines.			

2019 - 2020
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title:		Medical Laboratory Assisting 4
Course Number:	8417202
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This one credit course is the fourth course of a four course occupational completion point for Medical Lab Assistant.  Students completing this course have also met the postsecondary requirements of Medical Lab Assisting except for clinical experiences involving live work.

Abbreviations: 
FS-M/LA = Florida Standards for Math/Language Arts
NGSSS-Sci = Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	FS-M/LA	NGSSS-Sci	
36.0	Identify the federal and state laws which serve to regulate the provision of laboratory services, including CLIA, Florida Statutes, and Florida Administrative Code. – The student will be able to:			
36.01	Explain the CLIA test complexity model and describe the characteristics required for FDA classification of a test as waived.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.4c		
36.02	Explain the categories of testing personnel established by both CLIA and Florida regulations and describe the basic educational and/or experiential qualifications for each category.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.4c		
36.03	Explain the differences in requirements for a physician practice laboratory, a hospital laboratory and an independent clinical laboratory.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.4c		
36.04	Describe Alternate Site Testing requirements as they apply to hospitals in Florida and compare and contrast these with the requirements for CLIA waived testing and Provider Performed Microscopy.  Apply the concepts of Point-of-Care or Near Patient testing to these requirements.	LAFS.1112.RI.1.2
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6		
36.05	Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of “scope of practice”, “professional judgment”, and “duty/obligation to report”.			
37.0	Demonstrate a basic understanding of ICD and CPT coding Systems. – The student will be able to:		SC.912.N.1.1	
37.01	Explain the characteristics of the International Classification of Disease System (ICD), and its important function in substantiating the clinical record.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.4c		
37.02	Explain the characteristics of Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), including the two primary levels of codes, and its function in reporting medical procedures including laboratory testing.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a; LAFS.1112.L.3.4c		
37.03	Explain the differences between analyte, method, and unlisted procedure CPT codes and the hierarchy for selecting CPT codes for reporting laboratory tests.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.4c		
37.04	Describe the concept of medical necessity as set forth in National or Local coverage Decisions (NCD and LCD) for lab testing under the Medicare Program.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.4c LAFS.1112.L.3.6		
37.05	Review the concept of congressionally mandated screening tests under the Medicare Program.	LAFS.1112.L.3.4c		
38.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of microbiology. -- The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.14.4
SC.912.L.14.6
SC.912.L.14.52 SC.912.N.1.1	
38.01	Perform techniques of microbiology related to disinfection techniques.			
38.02	Discuss techniques of microbiology related to isolation techniques.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6		
38.03	Perform techniques of microbiology related to sterilization techniques.			
38.04	Perform techniques of microbiology related to slide preparation. 			
38.05	Describe the basic operation and principles related to usage of microscopes.	MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
38.06	Understand the staining and microscopic examination of gram stains.	LAFS.1112.L.3.6		
38.07	Discuss techniques of microbiology related to primary inoculation media, specimen types, and transfer of cultures.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6		
38.08	Perform basic techniques of microbiology in respect to routine and emergency specimen collection including time constraints. 	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.4c LAFS.1112.L.3.6		
38.09	Discuss classification, composition and preparation of culture media.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
39.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of urinalysis. – The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.14.47 SC.912.N.1.1	
39.01	Understand urinalysis techniques related to normal and abnormal components of the urine.	LAFS.1112.L.3.6
MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6		
39.02	Perform urinalysis techniques related to collection and preservation of specimens and time constraints.			
39.03	Perform urinalysis techniques related to physical properties of urine 			
39.04	Perform urinalysis techniques related to dipstick urine pH and describe clinical significance.	MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6 MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
39.05	Discuss urinalysis techniques related to urine specific gravity techniques.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6
MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6 MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
39.06	Perform dipstick or tablet (non-automated) urinalysis techniques related to performance of chemical tests.			
39.07	Discuss urinalysis techniques related to microscopic identification of significant elements.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6		
39.08	Perform urinalysis techniques related to principles and use of centrifuge.	MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
40.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of clinical chemistry. – The student will be able to:		SC.912.N.1.1 SC.912.P.10.18	
40.01	Perform techniques of clinical chemistry related to metric measurement.	MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
40.02	Perform techniques of clinical chemistry related to labware and clinical equipment. 			
40.03	Perform techniques of clinical chemistry related to reagent preparation, laboratory equipment and laboratory techniques.	MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3 MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6		
40.04	Discuss techniques of clinical chemistry related to standardization of procedure and use of standards, blanks and controls.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3 MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6 MAFS.912.S-IC.1.1		
40.05	Discuss the importance of quality assurance as it relates to patient results.			
40.06	Discuss techniques of clinical chemistry related to visual colorimetry, calibration and use of the spectrophotometer.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3 MAFS.912.S-IC.1.1		
40.07	Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between common clinical chemical tests and specific body systems and disorders.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2 a, b, c 
LAFS.1112.W.2.4 LAFS.1112.L.3.6
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3 MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6 MAFS.912.S-IC.1.1 MAFS.912.S-IC.1.2 MAFS.912.S-MD.2.7		
41.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of hematology. -- The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.14.34 SC.912.N.1.1	
41.01	Discuss techniques of hematology related to counting formed elements of blood.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3 MAFS.912.S-IC.1.1
MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6 
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.1 		
41.02	Perform techniques of hematology related to preparation and staining.			
41.03	Discuss techniques of cell differential microscopic examination of blood films.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6		
41.04	Perform appropriate techniques for making a peripheral blood smear for hematologic evaluation.			
41.05	Perform techniques of hematology related to spun hematocrit tests.			
41.06	Discuss techniques of hematology related to the use of platelet function analyzing instruments in addition to performing bleeding times. 	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6
MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6		
41.07	Perform techniques of hematology related to hemoglobin tests.	MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6, MAFS.912.S-MD.2.7		
41.08	Understand the use of and importance of red blood cell indices. 	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6
MAFS.912.S-IC.1.2 MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6		
41.09	Discuss basic techniques of hematology related to normal and abnormal physiology.	LAFS.1112.W.1.2b,c LAFS.1112.SL.1.1a LAFS.1112.L.3.6
MAFS.912.S-IC.1.1 MAFS.912.S-IC.1.2  MAFS.912.S-IC.2.6 MAFS.912.S-MD.2.7 MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
42.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of and perform clinical laboratory point of care (POC) testing (Waived). -- The student will be able to:		SC.912.N.1.1	
42.01	Demonstrate the ability to interpret instructions  of point of care testing  including , but not limited to the following:   			
42.01.01	Test principle			
42.01.02	Storage & stability			
42.01.03	Internal vs. external quality control 			
42.01.04	Specimen collection & preparation 			
42.01.05	Directions for use 			
42.01.06	Interpretation of results 			
42.01.07	Interfering substances			
42.02	Explain the purpose of performing lot to lot correlations.			
42.03	Demonstrate knowledge of the frequency in which quality control procedures should be performed.			
42.04	Understand the CLIA 88 classification of laboratory testing into waived, moderate, and highly complex including the personnel qualified to perform each. 			
43.0	Demonstrate basic knowledge of and perform point of care (POC) testing using CLIA approved Waived instrumentation. -- The student will be able to:		SC.912.N.1.1	
43.01	Demonstrate and perform POC testing specific to microbiology, hematology, urinalysis, and clinical chemistry.			
43.02	Perform instrument maintenance.			
43.03	Demonstrate knowledge of quality control and calibrations involved within the POC instruments.			
43.04	Identify normal limits and associate abnormal results with disease or disorders.			
43.05	Discuss the significance of reporting critical values as it applies to Point of Care testing.			
44.0	Successfully complete learning experiences in the clinical setting. – The student will be able to:		SC.912.N.1.1	
44.01	Observe and participate as appropriate the skills outlined in outcomes for medical lab assisting. 			
44.02	Complete clinical rotations. 			

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Simulation and clinical laboratory experiences are integrated with the didactic portion of this program.  Clinical experience is defined as laboratory activities performed in the clinical setting under the supervision of a medical laboratory technician or technologist.

This program requires a clinical component of approximately 50% the length of the courses following the health science core. A portion of the clinical experience can be achieved through simulation when appropriate.  

Clinical courses require contact hours in the clinical setting in order to complete the health science program.  Hospitals, nursing homes, and other clinical facilities with clinical affiliation agreements limit the number of students that can rotate and/or be on site at one time.  Most facilities, including hospitals and nursing homes, limit the number of students to 15.  Due to these industry limitations, it is recommended that the student ratio be 15:1 (student/teacher) based on the clinical facilities that students attend to for clinical training.

Special Notes

MyCareerShines is an interactive resource to assist students in identifying their ideal career and to enhance preparation for employment. Teachers are encouraged to integrate this resource into the program curriculum to meet the employability goals for each student.  Access MyCareerShines by visiting: www.mycareershines.org. 

Following the completion of the Health Science Core, the student is eligible to take the National Health Care Foundation Skill Standards Assessment with instructor approval and the completion of a portfolio. 
 
This program meets the Department of Health HIV/AIDS Domestic Violence and Prevention of Medical Errors education requirements.  Upon completion of this program, the instructor will provide a certificate to the student verifying that these requirements have been met.

If students in this program are seeking a licensure, certificate or registration through the Department of Health, please refer to 456.0635 F.S. for more information on disqualification for a license, certificate, or registration through the Department of Health. 

Students completing the course Medical Laboratory Assisting 3 have also met the postsecondary requirements of phlebotomy except for clinical experiences involving venipuncture on actual patients.

Students completing the course Medical Laboratory Assisting 4 have also met the postsecondary requirements of Medical Lab Assisting except for some clinical experiences involving live work.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

HOSA: Future Health Professionals is the intercurricular career and technical student organization(s) providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program.  Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

In addition to accommodations, some secondary students with disabilities (students with an IEP served in Exceptional Student Education (ESE)) will need modifications to meet their needs.  Modifications change the outcomes or what the student is expected to learn, e.g., modifying the curriculum of a secondary career and technical education course.  Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.

Some secondary students with disabilities (ESE) may need additional time (i.e., longer than the regular school year), to master the student performance standards associated with a regular Occupational Completion Point (OCP) or a Modified Occupational Completion Point (MOCP).  If needed, a student may enroll in the same career and technical course more than once.  Documentation should be included in the IEP that clearly indicates that it is anticipated that the student may need an additional year to complete an OCP/MOCP.  The student should work on different competencies and new applications of competencies each year toward completion of the OCP/MOCP.  After achieving the competencies identified for the year, the student earns credit for the course.  It is important to ensure that credits earned by students are reported accurately.  The district’s information system must be designed to accept multiple credits for the same course number for eligible students with disabilities.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml