Parasitology and Mycology Course
Gain expertise in parasitology and mycology through practical training on stool microscopy, KOH exams for skin and nails, fungal cultures, safe handling, and quality reporting. Perfect for biology professionals aiming to enhance diagnostic skills for clinical laboratories, ensuring accurate and efficient parasite and fungus detection.

4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides hands-on training in diagnosing parasites and fungi from stool, skin, and nail samples. Participants learn accurate sampling techniques, KOH preparations, special stains, microscopy, and culture methods. Key topics include parasite and fungal identification, specimen handling, biosafety protocols, reporting standards, quality control, and preventing errors for reliable lab results in busy clinical settings.
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Develop skills
- Master stool microscopy to identify protozoa, helminth eggs, and artifacts.
- Perform rapid KOH and stain tests to detect dermatophytes in skin and nails.
- Apply safe handling with biosafety, PPE, and chain-of-custody protocols.
- Develop culture techniques using optimal media for fungi and parasites.
- Produce accurate lab reports that minimize errors and support clinical decisions.
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