WELCOME

We are pleased that you have chosen a program of study with the
College of Medical Technology (CMT) at the Calayan Educational Foundation
Inc. (CEFI), Lucena city. It is our hope you will take advantage of CEFI and the
College of Medical Technology has to offer. Enjoy your time here!
The Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/ Medical Laboratory
Science is both challenging and rewarding. Our faculty and staff are
dedicated to provide you with a high caliber program. The quality of our
program is reflected in our success assisting you in reaching your
educational and professional goals.
This handbook is designed to guide you through the phases of the
program. Information regarding the College, advising, and the curriculum is
included for your reference in devising your personal plan of action for your
time with us. Should you have additional questions, please stop in the office,
or call to schedule an appointment. We look forward to working with you!
The College of Medical Technology is part of the CEFI. Bachelor of
Science in Medical Technology/ Medical Laboratory Science has been offered
at CEFI since 1996 and is administered by the CMT Dean.

The Medical Technology/ Medical Laboratory Science Program are

designed to prepare students to enter the field of Medical Technology/
Medical Laboratory Science. The design of the curriculum assures instruction
in the theory and techniques of diagnostic laboratory procedures. The faculty
in the College of Medical Technology is dedicated to providing you with the
newest innovations and technology.
The program requires three years of academic courses at the CEFI
campus, followed by a clinical practicum in a hospital-based clinical
laboratory. The CEFI has affiliations with hospitals in Manila.
A profession in the Medical Technology/ Medical Laboratory Science
offers a challenging and rewarding career. Job opportunities are numerous
and diverse. Placement of graduates in positions of employment approaches
one hundred percent. Graduates are employed in clinical, industrial,
research, environmental, crime, and public health laboratories. Professionals
hold a wide variety of positions as staff technologists, managers, supervisors,
infection control officers, researchers, educators, consultants, analysts,
industrial specialists, and quality assurance specialists.
The program is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education
(CHED) and by the Philippine Association of School of Medical Technology
and Public Health (PASMETH). Upon successful completion of the program
students are eligible to take the Licensure Board Examination for Medical
Technologists

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 THE COLLEGE OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY SEAL

The seal of the College of Medical Technology signifies the following:

RED- The color relates to the stability of the college. WHITE- is purity,
cleanliness, Completion, Ultimate Wisdom and Assimilation of all Life
Lessons. CIRCLE- (sacred hoop, ring): An ancient and universal symbol of
unity and wholeness, MICROSCOPE- This symbolizes the uniqueness of the
Medical Technology profession, wherein we can see what others can’t see.
CYCLOOCTANE- This indicates the continuous energy flowing out to pursue the
objectives and ideals of the college. Atoms represent the basic unit of the college;
the students and the teachers. These resemble the relationship and adherence
between the stake holders; the administrators, the teachers, the students and the
community. They also resemble the unselfish sharing and dedication to impart
knowledge. ERLENMEYER FLASK- This represents the college’s flexibility and
toughness, amidst the trials and burdens the college faces. TEST TUBE- This
represents the humility of the college and the commitment to serve the community.

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 HISTORY OF THE COLLEGE OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
June 1973- Dr. Emeterio Calayan and Dra. Josefina Del Villar Calayan founded
the Medical Center Lucena Educational Institution

September 19, 1997- First endorsement of the Department of Medical

technology to CHED

December 4, 1998- Government Recognition awarded to the Department of

Medical Technology with GO # 300 series of 1998.

1992-1993- Nidia Banaua- spearheaded the Bachelor of Science of Medical

Technology

1993-1996- Dr. Ajerico Razo- first Dean of the Department of Medical

Technology

1996-1997- Dr. Rodolfo Aguilar- the dean of the Department of Medical

Technology

1998-2001- Mr. Joel Aguilan- Chairman of the Department of Medical

technology during the supervision of Della Salle supervised School

- Merged with other paramedical courses called the College of Health

and Sciences under the supervision of Prof. Manuel delos Santos

2001-2007- Prof. Judy S. Decal –Officer In charge Department of Medical

Technology
-Dean College of Medical Technology

2008- present- Prof. Joel R. Aguilan- Dean College of Medical Technology.

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 COLLEGE OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

ATTY. RONALDO ANTONIO DV. CALAYAN

PRESIDENT

DR. FERNANDO ROEL A. FLANCIA

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

MRS. MARIA SUSAN TERESITA S. CALAYAN

VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

PROF. JOEL R. AGUILAN, RMT, MAT, PhD (CAR PhD)

Dean

PROF. MARIA JUDY S. DECAL, RMT, MACT, PhD (on going)

Asst. Dean

PROF. IMELDA MANAOG, RMT, MBA MARK JEFFERSON

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Faculty
Faculty
 Program Description

VISION:

The College of Medical Technology envisions being nationally and globally

acknowledged as among the finest and most distinguished school for its
excellence in the field of Medical Technology /Medical Laboratory Science
Education, through honor, scholarship and service.

MISSION:
To provide students with a highly professional, undergraduate educational
experience, culminating in a Bachelor of Science in Medical technology/
Medical Laboratory Science.

Objectives:

The Medical Technology Education aims to:

• develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills in the performance of

clinical laboratory procedures needed to help the physician in the
proper diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and prevention of diseases;

• Develop a foundation in the fundamentals of medical laboratory

science and to make it responsive to the demands for manpower in the
paramedical service utilizing the highly innovative technologies.

• develop skills in critical and analytical thinking to advance knowledge

in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science and contribute to
the challenges of the profession;

• develop leadership skills and to promote competence and excellence

and;

• Uphold moral and ethical values in the service of society and in the
practice of the profession.

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 Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Bachelor in Medical
Laboratory Science is a four year program consisting of general
education subjects and professional subjects. The second semester of
the fourth year level is the internship program of six (6) months in an
accredited training laboratory with rotational duties in different
sections such as Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology,
Immunohematology (Blood Banking), Immunology and Serology,
Urinalysis and other Body Fluids (Clinical Microscopy), Parasitology,
Histopathologic/Cytologic techniques and other emergent
technologies.

Specific professions, careers, occupations or trades that the graduates of this

program may go into:

Clinical Laboratory Practice: Medical Technologists/Medical Laboratory

Scientists in Hospital Laboratories, Clinics and Sanitarium.

Education: Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientists can be

employed as faculty in colleges and universities offering Medical
Technology/Medical Laboratory Science program to teach professional
subjects.

Diagnostic Industry/Drug Companies

Specialized Fields:

Medico-Legal Laboratory

Drug Testing Laboratory

HIV/AIDS Testing Laboratory

Information System

Quality Management System

Research

Other Fields Employing the Knowledge and Skills of Medical

Technologists/Medical Laboratory Scientists

Medical Technologist

The clinical laboratory scientist/medical technologist is an allied health

professional who is qualified by academic and practical training to provide
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service in clinical laboratory science. The clinical laboratory scientist/medical
technologist must also be responsible for his/her own actions, as defined by
the profession. The ability to relate to people, a capacity for calm and
reasoned judgment and a demonstration of commitment to the patient are
qualities essential for a clinical laboratory scientist/medical technologist.
They must demonstrate ethical and moral attitudes and principles that are
essential for gaining and maintaining the trust of professional associates, the
support of the community, and the confidence of the patient and family. An
attitude of respect for the patient and confidentiality of the patient’s record
and/or diagnoses must be maintained. Clinical laboratory scientists/medical
technologists are competent in:

a. Developing and establishing procedures for collecting, processing, and

analyzing biological specimens and other substances;

b. Performing analytical tests of body fluids, cells, and other substances;

c. Integrating and relating data generated by the various clinical laboratory

departments while making decisions regarding possible discrepancies;

d. Confirming abnormal results, verifying quality control procedures,

executing quality control procedures, and developing solutions to problems
concerning the generation of laboratory data;

e. Making decisions concerning the results of quality control and quality

assurance measures, and instituting proper procedures to maintain accuracy
and precision;

f. Establishing and performing preventive and corrective maintenance of

equipment and instruments as well as identifying appropriate sources for
repairs;

g. Developing, evaluating, and selecting new techniques, instruments and

methods in terms of their usefulness and practicality within the context of a
given laboratory’s personnel, equipment, space, and budgetary resources;

h. Demonstrating professional conduct and interpersonal skills with patients,

laboratory personnel, other health care professionals, and the public;

I. Establishing and maintaining continuing education as a function of growth

and maintenance of professional competence;

j. Providing leadership in educating other health personnel and the

community;
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k. Exercising principles of management, safety, and supervision;

l. Applying principles of educational methodology, and

m. Applying principles of current information systems.

Upon graduation and initial employment, the clinical laboratory

scientist/medical technologist should be able to demonstrate entry-level
competencies in the above areas of professional practice.

COMPETENCY STANDARDS

Graduates of Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology/Bachelor in Medical

Laboratory Science like any other Health Professions Education must be able
to apply analytical and critical thinking in clinical laboratory. As such,
graduates of the program be able to:

a. collect samples, prepare specimen for

analysis, determine the acceptability of
samples within guidelines, perform the test
according to standard methods/techniques;

b. demonstrate skills in judgment and decision

making to analyze quality control and
recognize implausible results and take
appropriate actions to maintain accuracy and
precision;

c. perform accurately data gathering,

processing and encoding into the computer
system;

d. observe the principles of data security or

patient confidentiality, maintain ethical
standards in working with other laboratory and
hospital personnel;

e. possess good communication and human

relation skills for effective and healthy
interaction with health care professionals;

f. take responsibility for their own professional

development or continuing education
especially computer education in the
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 application and management of data and
computerized laboratory equipment; and,

g. Acquire basic management, supervision,

administrative skills to contribute to the
resolution of conflicts pertaining to laboratory
management, implementation of changes in
response to technology and laboratory
procedures, development of safety
management procedures and improvement of
standards of practice.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

Medical Technology Week

An annual celebration every month of September along with the

Philippine association of Medical Technologists (PAMET) and Philippine
Association of School of Medical Technology and Public Health (PASMETH).

This event provides an appropriate venue for the administrators,

faculty members, and students to gather and reminisce the struggle and
success of the college of Medical technology.

PINNING CEREMONY

A pinning ceremony is a symbolic welcoming of sophomore Medical

Technology students into the Practice of Medical Technology profession. The
Medical Technology students are presented with Med. Tech pins by the
faculty of the college of Medical Technology. Often the students recite the
code of conduct.

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 The Pinning Ceremony is a time-honored school tradition, dating back
before the turn of the twentieth century. Traditionally, Med. Tech students
have conducted an Honors or Pinning Ceremony to mark the passage of
students to the practice role. It is an emotional event that you will want to
share with your family and friends. In the traditional ceremony, sophomore
students receive their pins after meeting the necessary program
requirements for completion of the first year program.

The following students are eligible students to join the pinning ceremony:

1. Those who have completed all the course requirements for the first
year shall be qualified for pinning ceremony.
2. Students who intend to take up the Primary Health Care -2 subject
3. Students who have is not yet joined a pinning ceremony prior to the
enactment of this handbook.

CODE OF ETHICS

Of the

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS

Upon entering into the practice of Medical Technology let it be known that:

I accept the responsibilities associated with my duties

I shall uphold the ideals of my profession

I am aware that since the physician relies upon my work in the

diagnosis and treatment of diseases, any error may affect the health or
even the life of the patient. Every procedure and observation therefore
must be carried out with absolute reliability, accuracy, fairness and
honesty

I am aware of the need for mutual understanding and cooperation

among my fellow workers in the medical and paramedical field in the
pursuance of a worthy cause
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 I shall strive to preserve the integrity of myself and the professions
from whom we expect the same.

I shall strive to develop necessary virtues needed in my work and shall

place my service above any other considerations.

I shall restrict my praises, criticisms, views, and opinions within

constructive limits and I shall not use the knowledge I know as a tool for
my selfish personal ends.

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST’S PRAYER

God, who by calling us to the vocation of a Medical Technologist, has

placed upon us the obligation, of being a constant help in the scientific care
of the sick. Grant us, by thy divine light, a deep insight into the serious
responsibilities of our tasks.
By thy divine wisdom, awaken in us a growing zeal and determination
to increase our knowledge on how to search for the underlying causes of
sickness and diseases; how to recognize the evidence of physical changes;
how to make important chemical analyses, and other valuable tests so
helpful in caring for the sick.
By thy divine love, permit us in this way to share with those who
directly care for the sick that thus we may be contently working through the
Eternal physician Christ our Lord. AMEN.

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UNIFORM FOR THIRD AND FOURTH YEAR LEVEL

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 INTERNSHIP

The Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science Internship

Training Program is in the fourth year level of Bachelor of Science in Medical
Technology/Medical Laboratory Science course. It is an intensive practical
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and theoretical training in the different sections in the clinical laboratory
namely, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Immunohematology (Blood
Banking), Immunology, Serology, Microbiology, Urinalysis and Other Body
Fluids (Clinical Microscopy), Parasitology, Histopathology/Cytology and other
emergent technologies. It also emphasizes the development of proper value
system.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Only those who completed all the course requirements for the
first three and one half years shall be qualified for internship.
2. Applicants shall undergo physical and laboratory examinations
which will include complete blood count (CBC), urinalysis, fecalysis,
drug tests (methamphetamines and canabinoids), HbsAg, anti-HBs
and chest X-ray and/or Sputum Microscopy. They are also required
to present proof of vaccination against hepatitis B. Any applicant
found positive for infectious diseases (like hepatitis, tuberculosis,
etc.) shall be temporarily suspended to undergo training unless
proof of adequate/complete treatment is submitted.
3. Other requirements of colleges and universities prior to internship
shall be observed
OBJECTIVES

The program aims to:

1. Enhance the knowledge, skills and attitudes

needed for a member of the health care delivery team who with
precision and accuracy performs the clinical laboratory procedures
needed to help the physician in the proper diagnosis, treatment and
prevention of diseases.
2. Develop among students a well-rounded
personality with a healthy outlook and oriented towards intelligent,
ethical and active participation in professional as well as community
welfare activities.
3. Develop critical thinking skills that will enable
them to participate in research endeavors/activities and respond to
challenges of the profession.
4. Develop humane and competent Medical
Technologists/Laboratory Scientists who are globally competitive,
and committed to serve the health needs in both local and
international communities.

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 SCHOLARSHIP

MED TECH NG KINABUKASAN SCHOLARSHIP - Given by

Safeguard/Procter and Gamble Phil. to a Medical Technology Sophomore
carrying the required number for the current semester. The prospective
scholar should have a grade of at least 80% in all subjects taken during the
first year and must not have been meted any disciplinary sanction by the
school authorities.

AWARDS

ALESSANDRA GUILIANI AWARD

Presented to a graduating Medical Technology intern who has

demonstrated outstanding ability, interest, and potential in research and
education and demonstrated the virtues similar to Alessadra Guiliani.

The purpose of the Award is to give the School the opportunity to

honor graduating students who have contributed time and effort to
furthering the goals of the College, the School, and the health professions).

Criteria for selection are as follows:

1. Good academic standing with a satisfactory completion of course

requirements. It may be selected on the basis of acceptable performance in
the professional courses.

2. Substantial contributions to fellow students at the School level. (The

student's constructive functioning in classroom, laboratory or clinical
situations can be considered, as well as specific committee activities.).This
could include efforts in recruitment, maintaining high professional standards
and/or service to the profession and/or to student’s organizations,
contributions to research, etc.

3. Substantial contribution to the betterment of the school and the

community. (Volunteer or community service activities like medical
missions)

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MOST OUTSTANDING INTERN
Outstanding intern possessing enthusiasm and understanding in
diagnostic laboratory procedures. Intern who best exemplifies using effective
clinical communication skills with both clients and colleagues, demonstrating
that emotional care to the patients. Having outstanding dedication and
commitment to the field of Medical Technology.
Nominated by the Clinical Instructor based on the evaluation given by
the Interns’ coordinator of the affiliated Clinical Laboratory.

Scope: among interns of different schools

MOST PROFICIENT INTERN

Intern who demonstrated knowledge, competency, extraordinary
compassion, a gentle manner, & special abilities in relating to clients &
patients. Displays exceptional proficiency in diagnostic clinical pathology &
its practical application to clinical cases.
Nominated by the Clinical Instructor based on the evaluation given by
the Interns’ coordinator of the affiliated Clinical Laboratory.

Scope: within the group among CEFI interns

PASMETH GOLD MEDAL OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARD

The Philippine Association of School of Medical Technology and Public

Health (PASMETH) awards annually to the graduating students of Medical
Technology who have satisfied the criteria for selection set by the
association, gold medals of excellence in recognition to their exemplary
performance during their studies in active PASMETH member schools.

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 Criteria for selection

The awardee:

1. Must be a bonafide regular student of an active PASMETH- member

school

2. Must have a general weighted average not lower than 2.0 (85%)

3. Must have no grade lower than 2.5 (80%) in any subject

4. Must be endorsed by the Dean of the college

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 Statement of Understanding

I have read the contents of this handbook and I shall abide by all the
rules and regulations as well as policies and guidelines imposed by the
College on its students.

Student’s name: ________________________________

Signature: ________________________________

DATE: ________________________________

__________________________________

DEAN

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