Course Title: Certification in Microbiological Sample Collection & Processing

Designed by: Skillversity
Duration: 1 Month (4 Weeks)
Mode: Online / Hybrid
Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Weekly Modules Breakdown

Week 1: Fundamentals of Microbiological Sample Collection

• Introduction to Microbiological Testing & Its Importance

• Types of Microbiological Samples (Blood, Sputum, Urine, Stool, Swabs, Tissue, etc.)

• Aseptic Techniques & Infection Control in Sample Collection

• Selection of Collection Tools & Transport Media

• Patient Preparation & Consent for Microbiological Sample Collection

Week 2: Specimen Handling, Storage & Transport

• Proper Labeling & Documentation of Microbiological Samples

• Storage Conditions for Bacterial, Viral, & Fungal Specimens

• Biosafety Guidelines & Infection Prevention in Handling Samples

• Transport of Infectious Samples: Cold Chain & Regulatory Guidelines (WHO, CDC, IATA)

• Common Errors in Microbiological Sample Handling & Their Prevention

Week 3: Microbiological Sample Processing & Culture Techniques

• Introduction to Culture Media & Growth Requirements

• Streaking, Inoculation & Incubation Techniques

• Colony Morphology & Identification of Microbial Growth

• Gram Staining, Acid-Fast Staining & Other Microscopy Techniques

• Automated vs. Manual Culture Identification Methods

Week 4: Microbial Identification, Antibiotic Sensitivity Testing & Quality Control

• Biochemical & Serological Tests for Microbial Identification

• Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) & Drug Resistance Detection

• Quality Control in Microbiological Laboratories (NABL, WHO Guidelines)

• Case Studies: Handling Real-Life Clinical Samples & Interpretation

• Laboratory Safety, Biosafety Levels (BSL) & Compliance

Assessment & Certification

• Weekly Quizzes & Assignments

• Practical Demonstrations (if applicable)

• Final Online Examination

• Certificate of Completion by Skillversity