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Becoming a Registered MLT

Internationally Educated MLT

Registration is available to MLTs formally educated and trained outside of Canada who are interested in working in Alberta. In order to become a registered MLT, you must:

  1. Contact the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) at www.csmls.org to request a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). The PLA will  establish Canadian equivalency in order to determine readiness to challenge the CSMLS certification examination(s). 
  2. Once an individual has received the "Admission to Examination" notice from the CSMLS, an application can be submitted to the College.

To register:


  1. Complete the Initial MLT Application Form.
  2. Provide full payment of all applicable  fees and dues.
  3. Attach required supporting documentation, including:
  • Original PLA with CSMLS authentication stamp
  • The CSMLS Admission to Examination Notice, or a copy of the CSMLS certification if examination(s) was/were successfully challenged
  • Copies of any other relevant degrees or certificates
  • Copies of credential evaluation reports (e.g., International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES) or World Education Services (WES))

Incomplete applications will not be processed. MLT registration applications are assessed in accordance with current legislation.

Resources/Information

1. Directions for Immigrants in trades and Professional Careers

Directions for Immigrants is a no-cost career service centre that helps internationally educated professionals secure professional employment and gain accreditation. We work with professionals in all occupations. To learn more, visit www.directionsforimmigrants.ca.


Our Study Groups prepare clients for accreditation exams required to attain professional licensure for the following disciplines:

  • Engineering

  • Geosciences

  • Medicine (International Medical Graduates)

  • Medical Laboratory Science

  • Nursing

  • Pharmacy

Click here for the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science Study Group flyer.

The first step for clients to access our services is to request an appointment with a Career Coach. Phone number: 403-297-2555 or Toll Free Number 1-877-297-2553.

Directions Headlines – March 2012 Newsletter

 

Are you planning to take the Medical Laboratory Science (CSLMS) Certification Exam?

Join our Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science Study Group co-facilitated by a career coach and a licensed Medical Laboratory Technologist.

The focus will be on assisting internationally educated Medical Laboratory Technologists in preparing for the exam required as part of the licensing process with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science.

Dates: Saturdays, June 16 – October 6, 2012

Delivery Method:

  • Calgary residents: Blended delivery of online and face to face sessions
  • Alberta residents outside Calgary: Blended delivery of online sessions and teleconference sessions. No cost(for eligible clients)

Phone us to determine eligibility
Calgary: 403- 297-2555
Toll Free: 1-877-297–2553

Directions for Immigrants is a no-cost career service centre that helps internationally educated professionals secure professional employment and gain accreditation. We work with professionals in all occupations. Visit us at www.directionsforimmigrants.ca  This service is operated by Bow Valley College and funded by the Government of Alberta and the Government of Canada. 

2. CSMLS

CSMLS Launches Hamilton Loan Library Program for Internationally Educated MLTs (IEMLTs) at Mohawk College 

CSMLS participated in the launch of a new loan library program at Mohawk College (Hamilton, Ontario). The program will help IEMLTs access textbooks to support their professional upgrading and preparation for the certification exam. The Mohawk library is one of nine sites in six cities across Canada. Read more.

Online Self-Assessment Test for IEMLTs 

CSMLS is proud to introduce a new online self-assessment tool designed to help IEMLTs assess their basic knowledge of medical laboratory practice. The test will also help to identify knowledge gaps so that IEMLTs can better prepare for the prior learning assessment and certification processes. See the self-assessment tool.

3. Government of Alberta

Alberta's official immigration website has further information on working in Alberta, regulated professions, and accreditation. Read more.

4. Government of Canada

The Foreign Credentials Referral Office has further information on becoming an MLT in Canada. 

5. Orientation Course to Canadian Healthcare System, Culture and Context

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