Clinical Microbiology Course
Gain essential skills in clinical microbiology for respiratory infections, including specimen processing, culture techniques, Gram staining, pathogen identification, AST analysis, and quality reporting. Tailored for biology professionals to enhance diagnostic accuracy and antimicrobial stewardship in Kenyan healthcare settings, promoting reliable lab practices and patient outcomes.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides hands-on training in diagnosing respiratory pathogens, covering specimen handling, biosafety measures, culture preparation, Gram staining, and rapid diagnostic tests. Participants will master media selection, colony interpretation, antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) using CLSI/EUCAST standards, and producing precise reports to guide effective treatment and ensure lab quality control.
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Develop skills
- Master AST: conduct and interpret MIC tests using CLSI/EUCAST guidelines in practical scenarios.
- Develop respiratory culture expertise: choose appropriate media, incubate, and examine sputum and nasal swabs.
- Excel in direct microscopy: evaluate sputum quality and perform Gram stains for quick diagnostic insights.
- Hone pathogen identification: apply biochemical tests, MALDI-TOF, and patient data for precise agent detection.
- Implement lab quality and safety: follow biosafety protocols, quality control, and deliver sharp clinical reports daily.
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