Course Overview
HiQual UK delivers the Level 3 Diploma in Medical Technician, designed for healthcare assistants, laboratory technicians, and medical support staff working in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centres. The program emphasizes patient care, medical equipment handling, laboratory procedures, and compliance with international healthcare standards. Participants will gain the competence to support medical teams, operate diagnostic equipment, and prepare audit‑ready documentation for regulated healthcare environments.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 3 Diploma in Medical Technician |
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| Total Credits | 50 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 150 |
| Qualification Time | 500 |
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Introduction to Medical Technology & Technician Roles Scope, responsibilities, and importance of medical technicians in healthcare.
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Patient Care & Basic Clinical Procedures Vital signs monitoring, patient preparation, and assisting in minor procedures.
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Medical Equipment Operation & Maintenance Safe use of diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, calibration, and preventive maintenance.
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Laboratory Techniques & Testing Procedures Sample collection, preparation, and basic laboratory analysis.
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Pharmacology Basics for Medical Technicians Safe handling of medications, dosage awareness, and compliance protocols.
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Health, Safety & Infection Control in Healthcare PPE, sterilization, hazard identification, and OSHA compliance.
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Documentation & Record‑Keeping in Medical Practice Patient records, laboratory reports, and audit‑ready documentation.
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Emergency Response & First Aid Support CPR, AED use, trauma response, and assisting emergency teams.
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Ethics & Professional Boundaries in Healthcare Confidentiality, duty of care, and ethical responsibilities.
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Case Studies & Practical Applications in Medical Technology Real‑world scenarios, simulations, and applied technician practices.
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Builds competence in medical technician roles and responsibilities
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Enhances compliance with NHS, WHO, OSHA, AHA, and BS standards
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Strengthens skills in patient care, equipment handling, and laboratory procedures
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Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and compliance in healthcare
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in medical technology, healthcare support, and diagnostic services
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Medical technicians and healthcare assistants
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Laboratory support staff and diagnostic centre employees
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Individuals progressing from Level 2 Award in Healthcare Support (HCSA‑212) or equivalent qualifications
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical skills test + viva
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Format: MCQs, applied case studies, hands‑on skills demonstration, and oral defense
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Total Questions: 80 theory + 1 practical skills test + 1 viva
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 6–8 weeks (120–150 hours total)
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Certification: Level 3 Diploma in Medical Technician (MTCD)
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