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Short Cycle Programmes (Associate's Degree)

Vocational School of Health Services - Medical Laboratory Techniques - - Medical Laboratory Techniques

General Description

The Medical Laboratory Techniques Program, was founded in 2011 within the scope of Giresun Üniversitesi Vocational School of Health and began its educational activities in the 2011-2012 academic year.

Within the scope of the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ); Our students who graduate from the program obtain the title of technician by having Basic Field Competencies coded 72 (health) under the International Standard Education Classification (ISCED) fields to which the programs are related.

Graduated students are eligible for SHORT LEVEL 'Associate Degree' at the 5th level according to the Qualifications Framework for European Higher Education Area (QF-EHEA) and European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning (EQF-LLL).

Students are accepted through the central placement by ÖSYM, based on the results of the "TYT" score type for the Dialysis program. Additionally, priority is given to candidates who have graduated from high schools in the fields of health services.

Recognition of previous formal learning in higher education institutions, vertical, lateral and university transfers are carried out in accordance with the Regulation on the Principles of Transfer Between Associate and Bachelor's Degree Programs in Higher Education Institutions, Double Major, Minor and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer published in the Official Gazette dated 24/4/2010 and numbered 27561, and "Associate and Bachelor's Degree Programs in Giresun University Higher Education Institutions" and the decisions of the Implementation Principles Directive on Transfer between, Double Majors, Minors and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfers. The adaptation of these students to the education programs is made by the relevant unit administrative boards.

To graduate from The Medical Laboratory Techniques program, students must complete theoretical and practical courses for 3 semesters and vocational training courses in business in 1 semester successfully. Completing all the courses in the program (equivalent to a total of 120 ECTS) successfully and having a GPA of at least 2.00 out of 4.00 are the qualification requirements for the graduation.

The Medical Laboratory Techniques degree affiliated to the Vocational School of Health Services provides 2 years of formal education. The language of education is Turkish. The International Standard Occupational Classification System (ISCO-08) and International Standard Education Classification (ISCED-F 2013) codes of the program within the scope of YÖK are 3212.02 and 005.0914.012.001. Purpose of the Program The goal of the Medical Laboratory Techniques program is to train technicians who can effectively use laboratory devices that are used in diagnosis and treatment processes in health institutions and can perform medical analyzes accurately and reliably. The program aims to provide students both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The Model of the Education 3+1 Vocational Training in Business: Within the scope of the Framework Regulation on Applied Training in Higher Education; While theoretical and practical courses are given at the school for 3 semesters, vocational training is given full-time in a health institution for 1 semester. This model promotes students' adaptation to the business world and enables them to gain experience in real working environments.

Graduates of the program can work in the units of public and private health institutions, organizations and other institutions and organizations that provide laboratory services.

Undergraduate Programs for Vertical Transfer Graduates who successfuly complete associate degree education can transfer to programs on the table through external transfer exam. Click here for the table. https://dokuman.osym.gov.tr/pdfdokuman/2024/DGS/TERCIH/tablo2_18092024.pdf Undergraduate Programs that can be completed Students who graduated before 19.11.2014 can apply to programs on the table. Click here for the table. https://www.yok.gov.tr/DuyuruBelgeleri/E%C4%9Fitim%20%C3%96%C4%9Fretim%20Dairesi%20Ba%C5%9Fkanl%C4%B1%C4%9F%C4%B1/2024/saglik-onlisans-mezunlari-tamamlayacaklari-lisans-tablosu.pdf Click here for detailed information. https://www.yok.gov.tr/Sayfalar/DuyuruDetay.aspx?did=1484

Exams, assesment and evaluation are carried out in line with Giresun University "Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations" and "Giresun University Vocational Schools Coordination 3+1 Vocational Education Model Implementation Instructions".

Graduation Requirements include conditions on declared ‘’Qualification Requirements and Rules’’ heading.

Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )

Tam Zamanlı

Giresun Üniversitesi Sağlık Hizmetleri MYO Program Başkanı: Prof. Dr. Halil GÖKCE Adres: Giresun Üniversitesi Sağlık Hizmetleri MYO Güre Yerleşkesi GİRESUN Tel: 0454 310 1375 E Posta: halil.gokce@giresun.edu.tr

The Medical Laboratory Techniques Program uses the classrooms and application laboratories of the Vocational School of Health Services for theoretical courses and applications. Moreover, it provides students with the opportunity to reinforce their professional experience by offering internship opportunities in health institutions in Giresun through practice courses and in health institutions in all provinces within the scope of vocational training course in the enterprise.

Program Learning Outcomes

1 Takes responsibility as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems in field-related applications.
2 Possesses fundamental, current, and practical knowledge related to the profession.
3 Follows and effectively utilizes theoretical knowledge, current developments, and practices in their profession.
4 Effectively uses information technologies, tools, and techniques suited to modern standards within their professional field.
5 Has sufficient knowledge in occupational health and safety, patient rights, environmental awareness, quality processes, and medical ethics.
6 Manages processes of accepting, analyzing, reporting, and delivering the results of samples received in the medical laboratory.
7 Has the skills to independently analyze and evaluate professional problems and issues with an analytical and critical approach, proposing solutions.
8 Updates knowledge, skills, and competencies in the field with a commitment to lifelong learning, participating in necessary programs, in-service training activities, and other personal and professional development activities.
9 Follow up information in their field through using a foreign and communicate at a fundamental level with colleagues.
10 Conveys thoughts and solution proposals related to issues within their field at a basic level, both in written and verbal communication in the language of instruction.
11 Organizes tasks and responsibilities in the medical laboratory in line with competencies and job distribution, fulfilling professional duties with a sense of teamwork and taking individual responsibility.
12 Acts in accordance with ethical principles in the collection, application, and dissemination of data related to their field, respects patient rights, and upholds social, scientific, and cultural values.
13 Has sufficient awareness of occupational health and safety in laboratory hygiene, safety, and waste management.

Outcomes Program - Turkey Association for Higher Education Qualifications Framework

TYYÇ
Program Learning Outcomes
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KNOWLEDGE
1
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SKILLS
1
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
1
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
1
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMPETENCES ( Communication and Social Competence )
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2
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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COMPETENCES ( Field Specific Competence )
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Course Structure Diagram with Credits

T : Theoretical P: Practice L : Laboratory
1. Semester
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
ING-101 Turkish ENGLISH - I Compulsory 2 - - 2
OSD-SEC-1 Turkish UNIVERSITY ELECTIVE I Elective 2 - - 2
SHMYOTLTSEÇ1 Turkish VSHS MEDICAL LABORATORY ELECTIVE COURSE GROUP I Elective 2 - - 6
TAR-101 Turkish ATATÜRK’S PRINCIPLES AND HISTORY OF REVOLUTION - I Compulsory 2 - - 2
TLT-101 Turkish LABORATORY CHEMISTRY Compulsory 3 - - 2
TLT-103 Turkish LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND MAINTENANCE Compulsory 3 - - 3
TLT-105 Turkish GENERAL BIOLOGY Compulsory 2 - - 2
TLT-107 Turkish PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE Compulsory 4 4 - 3
TLT-117 Turkish BIOCHEMISTRY-I Compulsory 4 - - 3
TLT-119 Turkish GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY-I Compulsory 4 - - 3
TUR-101 Turkish TURKISH LANGUAGE - I Compulsory 2 - - 2
Total 30 4 0 30
2. Semester
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
ING-102 Turkish ENGLISH - II Compulsory 2 - - 2
SAGHİZSEÇ2 Turkish VSHS MEDICAL LABORATORY ELECTIVE II Elective 2 - - 4
SAGHİZSEÇ3 Turkish SHMYO TIBBİ LABORATUVAR SEÇMELİ II Elective 2 - - 6
TAR-102 Turkish ATATÜRK’S PRINCIPLES AND HISTORY OF REVOLUTION - II Compulsory 2 - - 2
TLT-108 Turkish BASIC LABORATORY APPLICATIONS-I Compulsory 4 4 - 6
TLT-114 Turkish MEDICAL LABORATORY AND ORGANIZATION Compulsory 2 - - 2
TLT-122 Turkish BIOCHEMISTRY-II Compulsory 4 - - 3
TLT-124 Turkish GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY-II Compulsory 4 - - 3
TUR-102 Turkish TURKISH LANGUAGE - II Compulsory 2 - - 2
Total 24 4 0 30
3. Semester
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
SAGHİZSEÇ5 Turkish SHMYO TIBBİ LABORATUVAR SEÇMELİ II Elective 2 - - 6
SHMYOTLTSEÇ4 Turkish VSHS MEDICAL LABORATORY ELECTIVE COURSE GROUP IV Elective 2 - - 6
TLT-201 Turkish HEMATOLOGY Compulsory 3 - - 4
TLT-203 Turkish BASIC LABORATORY APPLICATIONS-II Compulsory 4 4 - 6
TLT-205 Turkish CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY Compulsory 4 - - 4
TLT-215 Turkish MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY Compulsory 4 - - 4
Total 19 4 0 30
4. Semester
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
TLT.UYG-202 Turkish WORKPLACE PRACTICE Compulsory - 22 - 14
TLT.UYG-204 Turkish WORKPLACE TRAINING Compulsory 5 - - 11
TLT.UYG-206 Turkish INTERNSHIP Compulsory - 2 - 5
Total 5 24 0 30
OSD-SEC-1 - UNIVERSITY ELECTIVE I
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
OSD-02 Turkish BUSINESS ETHICS AND VALUES EDUCATION Elective 2 - - 2
OSD-04 Turkish CAREER PLANNING Elective 2 - - 2
OSD-06 Turkish ACADEMİC AND SOCİAL ORİENTATİON Elective 2 - - 2
SHMYOTLTSEÇ1 - VSHS MEDICAL LABORATORY ELECTIVE COURSE GROUP I
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
ATR101 Turkish AKADEMİK TÜRKÇE Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-111 Turkish ANATOMY Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-113 Turkish PHYSIOLOGY Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-121 Turkish SIGN LANGUAGE Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-123 Turkish VISUAL ARTS I Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-125 Turkish OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY Elective 2 - - 2
SAGHİZSEÇ2 - VSHS MEDICAL LABORATORY ELECTIVE II
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
TLT-110 Turkish RESEARCH METHODS AND TECHNIQUES Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-112 Turkish PARASITOLOGY Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-116 Turkish PUBLIC HEALTH Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-118 Turkish HISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-126 Turkish PROFESSIONAL ETHICS Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-130 Turkish VISUAL ARTS II Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-132 Turkish PERFORMANCE TESTING IN SPORTS Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-134 Turkish MEDICAL WASTE Elective 2 - - 2
SAGHİZSEÇ3 - SHMYO TIBBİ LABORATUVAR SEÇMELİ II
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
TLT-104 Turkish FIRST AID Elective 2 - - 3
TLT-106 Turkish MEDICAL BIOLOGY AND GENETICS Elective 3 - - 3
SAGHİZSEÇ5 - SHMYO TIBBİ LABORATUVAR SEÇMELİ II
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
TLT-209 Turkish MOLECULAR BIOLOGICAL METHODS Elective 3 - - 3
TLT-219 Turkish IMMUNOLOGICAL METHODS Elective 3 - - 3
SHMYOTLTSEÇ4 - VSHS MEDICAL LABORATORY ELECTIVE COURSE GROUP IV
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
BİL-201 Turkish INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-207 Turkish ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-224 Turkish ENZYMOLOGY Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-225 Turkish FOOD CHEMISTRY Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-226 Turkish LABORATORY SAFETY Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-227 Turkish GENERAL CHEMISTRY Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-228 Turkish DISEASE KNOWLEDGE AND MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-229 Turkish CYTOGENETICS Elective 2 - - 2
TLT-231 Turkish BIOMEDICAL DEVICE TECHNOLOGY Elective 2 - - 2