Departments & Programs

Medical Technology Department

Established in 1960, the School of Medical Technology nurtures its students with intensive and updated training to become proficient medical laboratory scientists who are adept in accurately performing all types of diagnostic tests to aid physicians in the treatment and management of diseases.

Medical Technology students are mentored by a line-up of competent faculty composed of experienced medical technologists and seasoned instructors. The program focuses on training the students on advanced theoretical knowledge in cutting-edge facilities which include the Centennial Research Laboratory, which has an extensive array of equipment including an apparatus used for cultivating live bacteria, and the Clinical Laboratory, a facility which serves as the actual training ground for Medical Technology students.

Experiential learning is emphasized as students apply scientific techniques in the administration of the full spectrum of Medical Technology services required in modern health care that engenders their attention to detail, manual dexterity, and sound analytical judgment.

VISION

To become the leading provider of Medical Technologists competent in the delivery of laboratory services required in modern health care.

MISSION

The School of Medical Technology is dedicated to produce globally competitive graduates in laboratory medicine imbued with professional ethics, exemplary attitudes and values impacting the society, in both national and international settings.

Distinct Features

ASEAN University Network (AUN) Quality Assurance certified
HIGHEST LEVEL of Accreditation, LEVEL IV, by Federation of Accrediting Agencies of the Philippines (FAAP) for Manila campus and LEVEL II for Makati campus
Excellent Performance in the Medical Technologist Licensure Exam
Top Performing School in January 2021 Medical Technologist Licensure Exam
Complete laboratory facilities for Hematology, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Drug Testing, HIV and Hepatitis Screening, Clinical Microscopy and Molecular Diagnostics
Faculty members are certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology International (ASCPi); and are members of the American Society for Microbiology, Philippine Association of Medical Technologists (PAMET), Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health (PASMETH), Philippine Society for Microbiology (PSM) and Philippine Academy of Microbiology (PAM)
Clinical Laboratory Practice—the first of its kind, that further exposes students to clinical laboratory methods and procedures in the School Clinical Laboratory, classified as Category II by the Department of Health (DOH)
Accredited as training clinical laboratory by CHED
Research classes make use of molecular diagnostic technology: TFIR, PCR, and others

Academic Programs

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology**

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

The graduates of Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology have the ability to:

Correlate the underlying scientific principles with laboratory testing;
Demonstrate technical competence in the performance of a full range of clinical laboratory tests in aid of diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases vis a vis biosafety and waste management;
Incorporate principles of quality management system in a clinical laboratory setting;
Cultivate analytical and critical thinking skills in various setting;
Conduct research in the field of Medical Technology;
Apply skills proficiently in the collection, analysis, projection and utilization of health information across healthcare systems;
Deliver effective communication by integrating meaningful experiences for proper context;
Demonstrate interpersonal skills, leadership qualities and ethical practice of the profession;
Engage in lifelong learning activities;
Participate in community-oriented activities including good stewardship and accountability of resources.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist
in clinical/drug testing/water laboratory
Diagnostic Molecular Scientist
Researcher
Educator/Academician
Public Health Practitioner
Healthcare Leader
Diagnostic Product Specialist
Analyst in pharmaceutical/veterinary/forensic/food/

Deans and Academic Heads

Mrs. Maria Carmen S. Dizon
Program Head, Medical Technology Department

[email protected]

Dr. Michael Angelo O. Sumugat
Acting Internship Coordinator, Medical Technology Department

[email protected]

Gil Puyat Campus
Centro Escolar University
259 Senator Gil Puyat Ave.,
Makati City
(+63)2 8889-7491/ (+63)2 8889-7489
(+63)2 8843-0300 loc. 137

Faculty Profile

Permanent Faculty:

Dizon, Maria Carmen S.

Master of Science in Medical Technology

Philippine Women's University

Master of Arts in Teaching

Centro Escolar University

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology / Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Centro Escolar University Manila / De Ocampo Memorial College

Fixed Term:

Esteban, Maria Redora R.

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology / Bachelor of Business Management

San Juan de Dios College / Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila

Manzon, Aurea P.

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology (Magna Cum Laude)

Centro Escolar University

Rota, Hyacinth A.

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

San Juan De Dios Educational Foundation Inc.

Santos, Marielle Louise B.

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology (Cum Laude)

Centro Escolar University Makati

Sumugat, Michael Angelo O.

Doctor of Medicine

Our Lady of Fatima University

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

Centro Escolar University Manila

Lecturer:

Suriaga, Christian Dhale M.

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

Centro Escolar University Makati

Linkages

Institution	Nature of Linkage
Khon Kaen University (Thailand)	Academic and Research
Kumamoto Health Science University(Japan)	Academics and Research
Daegu Health College (South Korea)	Student Exchange, Academics, and Research
FEU NRMF	Academic and Research
Mendiola Consortium	Academic
University Belt Consortium	Academic
University of Santo Tomas	Research
Trinity University of Asia	Research
Our Lady of Fatima University	Research
Mahidol University	Research
Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific	Research, Continuing Education and Professional Development
ASEAN Association of Schools of Medical Technology	Research, Continuing Education and Professional Development
Philippine Association of Medical Technologists, Inc.	Research, Continuing Education and Professional Development
Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health, Inc.	Research,,Continuing Education and Professional Development
Ministry of Health Polytechnic of Surabaya, Surabaya	Student Exchange
Poltekkes Kemenkes Kendari, Indonesia	Academic
Poltekkes Kemenkes Pontianak, Indonesia	Student Exchange
Sysmex Philippines Inc.	Academic Continuing Education and Professional Development

Hospital Affiliations

Armed Forces of the Philippines Health Service Command (formerly AFP Medical Center Victoriano
Luna General Hospital) - V. Luna Ave., Quezon City
Centro Escolar University Clinical Laboratory - Mendiola, Manila
Delos Santos Medical Center - E. Rodriguez Ave., Quezon City
Dr. Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center - Rizal Ave., Sta. Cruz, Manila
Dr. Jose N. Rodriguez Memorial Hospital and Sanitarium (formerly Central Luzon Sanitarium / Tala Leprosarium) - Tala, Caloocan City
East Avenue Medical Center - East Ave., Quezon City
Las Piñas Doctors Hospital - Pulanglupa II, Las Piñas
Philippine Heart Center - East Ave., Quezon City
Providence Hospital - Quezon Ave., Quezon City
Quirino Memorial Medical Center
Rizal Medical Center - Bagong Ilog, Pasig
San Juan de Dios Hospital - Roxas Blvd., Pasay City
San Pablo Colleges Medical Center
Santa Ana Hospital - Sta. Ana, Manila
Tondo Medical Center - Tondo, Manila
Veterans Memorial Medical Center - North Ave., Quezon City

Laboratories and Facilities

Medical Technology Science Laboratory

Laboratory rooms located on the 8th floor (803 & 804) are assigned for the specific use of the Medical Technology laboratory professional subjects to support the practical aspects of laboratory exercises in order for the students to fully acquire the skills they need. Instrumentation rooms are provided to house equipment such as Biosafety Cabinet Class II, ELISA reader, Trinocular microscopes, UV-VIS Spectrophotometers, and others. Available equipment is congruent to industry standards and properly maintained to optimize efficiency.

Department Scholarships

Various scholarship programs are available to qualified students, be they entering freshmen or continuing students. Freshmen may avail of a scholarship, which is renewable upon fulfillment of certain requirements. In addition, continuing students may apply for scholarships funded by the University itself, alumni and friends of the University, and some corporations with interests in the University.

The University also provides financial grants to students who participate in extracurricular activities such as extramural, membership in the choir, leadership in student councils, or other similar groups.

Only one scholarship or financial grant shall be enjoyed by any student. In case a student is qualified for more than one university scholarship or grant, he/she may avail himself/herself of the higher or more generous grant.