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Program Overview
Work Description
This is a one-year apprenticeship with 144 hours/4 credits of instruction broken into two aid code 10, lab-based courses. This training is aligned with the Department of Workforce Development-Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards.
Apprenticeship pairs on-the-job training with classroom instruction. This instruction provides the appropriate background knowledge and hands-on experience to perform entry-level support tasks including maintaining a clean and/or sterile work environment, working aseptically, working safely, working in collaborative teams, making solutions, and producing and maintaining proper documentation.
Working Conditions
Laboratory coat and safety glasses; laboratory notebook; scientific calculator (approx. $50 total)
Training
- 2,144 hours (approximately one year)
- 2,000 hours of on-the-job learning
- 144 hours of paid related instruction
Program Details
Biotechnology Lab Support Assistant classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison Truax
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- 2,144 hours (approximately one year)
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2024-2025 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
How to Apply
Biotechnology Lab Support Assistant apprenticeships applicants must find an apprenticeship with a sponsoring employer on their own (similar to looking for a job). Once the applicant has found a position, the employer starts the apprenticeship registration process by contacting a Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards (BAS) Representative for their county.
Application Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Have a valid government-issued photo identification
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Career Outcomes
Madison College Biotechnology Lab Support Assistant graduates are prepared to:
- Perform General Lab Operations
- Perform Preanalytical Tasks
- Perform Lab Specific Operations
- Utilize Equipment
- Formulate/Test Reagents and or Samples
- Perform Post-Analytic Tasks
- Maintain Professional Development
You like to learn by doing. That’s the beauty of an apprenticeship. A year of sponsored work, two classes and boom! Career.
Biotechnology Lab Support Assistant Apprenticeship
Program Number: 500071
Your Degree:
Apprenticeship
Area of Study:
Science, Math and Natural Resources
Delivery Method:
Some Online/Some In Person
Estimated Time to Complete:
4 Credits | Finish paid training and class time in 1 semester