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BS in Medical Technology in the Philippines

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Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology (BS MT) is a four-year degree program that equips students with knowledge and skills in laboratory tests used in the detection, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases. Students will also learn how to use modern equipment, instruments and scientific methods to provide accurate laboratory results.


Recommended Senior High School Strand

Students who want to pursue a degree in Medical Technology are encouraged to take the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) strand under the Academic Track. The strand provides the basics of applied mathematics and sciences that will be useful in their college life.


Subjects and Curriculum

  • Introduction to Medical Technology with Science, Technology, and Society
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Community and Public Health
  • Principles and Strategies of Teaching in Health Education
  • Biological Science
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Biochemistry

Admission Requirements

Qualifications

  • The student must be a high school graduate. 

However, if they were not able to graduate high school, they may opt to take the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and pass the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) to qualify for college; the availability of courses for PEPT passers depend on the university.

  • The students must pass the College Admissions Test of the university.

Basic Requirements

  • Form 138 - High School Report Card (Original and Photocopy)
  • Recommendation letter from High school principal and guidance counselor
  • Most recent medical and dental health record
  • Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate
  • Certificate of Good moral character
  • Copy of honorable dismissal
  • Copy of high school diploma
  • (1) Latest 2”x2” ID Picture

Program Outcome

Graduates of BS in Medical Technology are expected to be able to:

  • Perform technical clinical laboratory tests in aid of diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases accurately
  • Think analytically and critically in the workplace
  • Participate in improving the health care management system by engaging in the collection, analysis, and projection of health information
  • Apply medical technology research skills and methodologies
  • Abide with ethical practices and standard procedures of the profession

On-The-Job Training/Internship

During the fourth year of the program, students are required to attend an On the Job Training (OJT) in various clinical and hospital laboratories. Students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. Usually, universities require them to submit a written report on their tasks, learning experiences, and hours rendered. Their work performance will also be evaluated by their immediate managers and will be submitted to their respective OJT coordinator. The number of hours required may differ in each university.


Board Exam

To become a Licensed Medical Technologist in the Philippines, a graduate of BS in Medical Technology needs to pass the Medical Technology Board Examination. The examination is conducted by the Board of Board of Medical Technology under the supervision of the Professional Regulations Commission (PRC). 


Career Opportunities

Graduates of BS in Medical Technology may pursue a career path in various community clinics and hospitals and medical facilities. They may apply as a biochemist, bacteriologist, blood bank technologist, clinical pathologist, histologist, microbiologist, parasitologist, medical research assistant, toxicologist, cytotechnologist, or a crime lab analyst. 

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list bulletWhy did I choose Medical Technology: I chose this as a pre-med course in my goal to pursue medicine.

list bulletAbout my college education: The difficult part of my course was the major subjects in third year. But now that I have gone through all of those. I have realized that they are the most important and most useful. It is wise to know those subjects by heart because you will use them for a long time. Once you learn to understand those subjects it isn't as hard as it looks. Hematology is particularly easy if you really try to look into it and understand it. Same goes for blood bank, parasitology, microbiology, etc. If you love science then nothing will ever be boring.

There are dull moments in the classroom. But the internship is epic and something you will forever remember. You should have perseverance and you should be always willing to learn new things. Never settle for less.

list bulletMy current job: As of now, I am a medical student.

list bulletAm I using what I learned in college: Yes. I have used a lot of things I learned in college. In medicine there are a lot of subjects that can be related to my course. Especially in 2nd year of medicine. Like Medical Technology, Medicine also has microbiology and parasitology as subjects. Pathology is also a subject in medicine that is understood better with our line of course.

list bulletHow long did it take to find a job: Since I am still studying I am not employed. But all my friends and classmates who applied for work as Medical Technologists were all accepted immediately. Since a lot of places have scarcity when it comes to Medical Technologists. Sometimes other companies even hire Medtechs who are not yet licensed. That's how much they have the need for medtechs nowadays.

list bulletDo I recommend studying Medical Technology: Yes. The salary is good. The employment opportunities are endless.

list bulletAdvice to people who are thinking of studying this course: My advice to you is take it easy. Don't give yourself such a hard time. Enjoy your 4 years in college. But when you reach your 3rd and 4th year of college, while enjoying the course, learn to know things and the topics by heart. Because these are the subjects that you will truly use when you finish college. It will help a lot, I guarantee it.
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