Lab technician course is a technical course for individuals wanting to work as lab assistants where they can provide their skills to support the work of professionals in science laboratories. Upon successful completion of the course, graduates are well equipped with the necessary skills to work in laboratories within; educational facilities, industries and scientific research.

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The lab technician program aims to;

1. Enable learners set and lay out science laboratory equipment, tools, and apparatus
2. Appropriate use of biological, chemistry and physic tools
3. Conduct qualitative and quantitative laboratory research
4. Respond appropriately regarding any kind of hazard in science laboratories

Duration of Lab Technician Course

The program takes two years, with its curriculum offered in modules. It comprises of two modules; I and II. A certificate holder can adverse their studies in the following areas of study;

1. Diploma in science laboratory
2. Diploma in applied biology
3. Diploma in analytical chemistry

List of Lab Technician Courses

Depending with one’s academic qualification, Lab technician course in Kenya can be accessed at government and private technical schools and universities. The following are the options available in Kenya;

1. Certificate in science laboratory technology
2. Craft in science laboratory technology
3. Craft in school laboratory technical
4. Diploma in science laboratory
5. Bachelor of Technology (Science Laboratory Technology)

Lab Technician Course Requirements

The lab technician course qualification varies with the level of study. The following matrix shows the qualifications for lab technician course at different academic levels; craft/ certificate, diploma, and degree lab technician programs;

Colleges Offering Certificate in Science Laboratory Technology

Training for lab technician program can take place in either government or private colleges. The following are various colleges offering lab technician course;

1. Sot technical training institute
2. Mawego technical training institute
3. Eldoret polytechnic
4. Keroka technical training institute
5. Rift valley technical training institute
6. Kabete national polytechnic
7. Nairobi technical training institute
8. Endebess technical training institute
9. Nyeri national polytechnic
10. Ngong technical and vocational college
11. Siaya institute of technology
12. Kisumu polytechnic
13. Meru polytechnic
14. Friends college Kaimosi
15. Coast institute of technology
16. South eastern Kenya university
17. Kenya Coast polytechnic
18. Kitale polytechnic

Final Word

Lab technician course is an appropriate program for people wanting to work in a laboratory setup. The course equips learners with requisite skills needed to work successfully in laboratories. The minimum requirements for the course is KCSE mean grade D (plain). Graduates of the course can work in; educational facilities, industries and scientific research establishments. If you want to become a lab technician, contact any of the above colleges for admission.