BCSLS MLA CERTIFICATION VS MEMBERSHIP 

BCSLS MLA Certification is a one-time process in which we validates that an individual has attained a recognized level of standards and training through BCSLS approved educational institutions.  Certification application is $89.  You will need to email proof by sending in a copy of our MLA diploma or OSMT MLA certificate.

BCSLS MLA Membership is renewed each year for a 12 month period. Membership has many benefits: Leadership opportunities, significant discounts on educational seminars and Congress, the right to vote at the Annual General Meeting and hold elected office with BCSLS.  Membership is $85 annually.

MLA PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

 Medical Laboratory Assistants who are current BCSLS members (annual renewal) and are also BCSLS certified are entitled to professional liability insurance. 

Some level of uncertainty is present in all lab work. But your professional status is NOT dependent on random variables.

PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY - As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you’re aware that contamination, experimental errors, random errors or even human errors can happen at any time during sample processing or analysis. And that’s despite taking all of the proper precautions. Unfortunately, in your profession, a mistake can pose a great risk. That’s because a doctor’s treatment plan relies on your findings.  This type of coverage protects you against liability or damages due to allegations of a negligent act, error, omission or malpractice arising from your profession as a Medical Laboratory Assistant and within your scope of practice including delegated acts communicated by a Laboratory or Medical Practitioner. For more information, click here