The Laboratory Data Management course provides foundational knowledge on the effective handling, storage, and use of laboratory data in healthcare settings. It emphasizes data accuracy, integrity, security, and traceability to support reliable diagnostics and patient safety. This course aligns with Terraleap’s mission to deliver standards-based, technology-enabled healthcare education.

This course covers essential aspects of laboratory data management, including data generation, entry, validation, storage, retrieval, and reporting. It introduces laboratory information systems (L-I-S), data security, confidentiality, audit trails, and documentation practices required for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the role of laboratory data management in diagnostics

• Identify key components of laboratory data workflows

• Apply best practices for data accuracy and integrity

• Recognize data security, privacy, and compliance requirements

• Support quality assurance through effective data management

After completing the course, learners will be able to:

• Manage laboratory data accurately and systematically

• Support compliance with laboratory quality standards

• Maintain data integrity and traceability

• Use basic laboratory information systems confidently

• Contribute to quality-driven diagnostic services

This course is suitable for:

• Medical laboratory technicians and technologists

• Quality and laboratory management personnel

• MedTech and healthcare IT professionals

• Medical and allied health students

• Individuals seeking foundational training in laboratory data management