The Quality Control in Medical Laboratories course provides essential knowledge on ensuring accuracy, reliability, and consistency of laboratory test results. It focuses on quality control principles that support patient safety, diagnostic confidence, and regulatory compliance. This course aligns with Terraleap’s mission to promote high-quality, standards-based education for modern medical laboratory practice.

This course covers core quality control concepts in medical laboratories, including internal quality control, external quality assessment, control materials, calibration, error detection, and corrective actions. It also introduces quality indicators, documentation practices, and the role of quality control in meeting laboratory accreditation and compliance requirements.

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

• Understand the importance of quality control in laboratory testing

• Identify types of quality control measures used in medical laboratories

• Apply basic quality control procedures and documentation

• Recognize sources of analytical errors and corrective actions

• Support laboratory quality and patient safety initiatives

After completing the course, learners will be able to:

• Contribute to consistent and accurate laboratory test results

• Support internal and external quality control activities

• Enhance compliance with laboratory quality standards

• Reduce errors through effective quality control practices

• Promote a culture of quality and safety in laboratory environments

This course is suitable for:

• Medical laboratory technicians and technologists

• Quality managers and laboratory supervisors

• MedTech and pathology support professionals

• Medical and allied health students

• Individuals seeking foundational knowledge in laboratory quality control