General Microbiology Course
This course builds key microbiology lab skills for UTI diagnostics, covering proper specimen handling from receipt to storage, accurate culture inoculation and streaking, incubation methods, identification of common UTI pathogens using Gram stains, rapid tests and chromogenic media, antibiotic susceptibility testing with Kirby-Bauer and MIC methods, strict biosafety protocols including PPE and aseptic techniques, plus quality control to minimise errors and ensure reliable clinical reporting.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical training in urine culture processes, including specimen handling, labelling, storage, chain of custody, inoculation, streaking, and incubation. Learn to identify UTI pathogens, interpret antibiotic susceptibility tests, implement biosafety measures, control contamination, and enhance quality control and reporting for accurate clinical outcomes.
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Develop skills
- Master urine culture setup: select media, streak accurately, and incubate fast.
- Perform UTI pathogen ID: read Gram stains, rapid tests, and chromogenic media.
- Run and interpret AST: execute Kirby-Bauer and MIC tests with confident calls.
- Apply strict biosafety: use PPE, aseptic workflow, and spill control in the lab.
- Improve lab quality: cut pre-analytical errors and deliver clear, timely reports.
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