Programmes
Our first-year programme follows the plan in our proposal to EMLA. Dates are announced on the News page.
Colour key
Programmes are colour-coded the way you’d sort collection tubes.
- Learning (lavender)
- Research (light blue)
- Professional growth (gold)
- Community (green)
- Chapter & EMLA (red)
Learning
Academic seminars
Seminars that build academic knowledge beyond the classroom.
- How often
- At least twice a year
- Who it’s for
- Students
- Expected result
- Stronger academic knowledge
Journal clubs and scientific discussions
Sessions in which students read and discuss scientific papers together.
- How often
- At least once a year
- Who it’s for
- Students
- Expected result
- Scientific engagement promoted
Research
Research and innovation activities
Activities that encourage student research, scientific presentation and problem-solving.
- How often
- At least once a year
- Who it’s for
- Students
- Expected result
- Research and innovation promoted
Professional growth
Professional development activities
Activities that help students build the competencies the profession expects.
- How often
- At least twice a year
- Who it’s for
- Students
- Expected result
- Stronger professional competencies
Mentorship programme
Links students with mentors who are already working in the field.
- How often
- Ongoing
- Who it’s for
- Students
- Expected result
- Students linked with mentors
Leadership and skills development
Training in leadership, communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
- How often
- At least twice a year
- Who it’s for
- Student leaders and members
- Expected result
- Stronger leadership skills
Community
Community service and public health activity
A public-health activity in which students serve the community.
- How often
- At least once a year
- Who it’s for
- Students and community
- Expected result
- Stronger community engagement
World Laboratory Day celebration
A yearly celebration that raises awareness of the laboratory profession. Celebrated every year; the date will be announced here.
- How often
- Every year
- Who it’s for
- Students and stakeholders
- Expected result
- Wider awareness of the profession
Chapter & EMLA
General Assembly
The yearly meeting of registered members, where the chapter’s supreme decisions are made.
- How often
- At least once a year
- Who it’s for
- Chapter members
- Expected result
- General Assembly held
Taking part in EMLA national activities (conferences, workshops, CPD, e-courses)
Members take part in EMLA conferences, workshops, continuing professional development and e-courses.
- How often
- As scheduled
- Who it’s for
- Chapter members
- Expected result
- Stronger EMLA engagement