Departments & Programs
Medical Technology Department
Distinct Features
- CHED-Accredited hospital affiliations
- Complete laboratory facilities for Hematology, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Drug Testing, HIV and Hepatitis Screening, Clinical Microscopy, and Molecular Diagnostics
- Clinical Laboratory Practice (CLP) incorporated in the Laboratory Management course where students take rigid oral, written, and practical examinations.
- Faculty members are certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) and American Medical Technologists (AMT) and are active officers/members of the Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health Incorporated (PASMETH), Philippine Association of Medical Technologists (PAMET), Philippine Society for Microbiology (PSM), Philippine Academy of Microbiology (PAM), and Philippine Society of Parasitology (PSP), ASEAN Association of Schools of Medical Technology (AASMT), American Society of Microbiology (ASM)
- Accredited as training clinical laboratory classified as Category III by the Bureau of Health Services and Facilities, DOH
- Research classes make use of molecular diagnostic technology- TFIR, PCR, and others
Academic Programs
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
The graduates of Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology shall have the ability to:
- Explain the underlying scientific principles of 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 the workplace.
- Conduct research in the field of Medical Technology.
- Apply skills proficiently in the collection, analysis and projection of health information for improving the health care management system.
- Deliver effective communication and teaching skills by integrating meaningful learning experiences.
- 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
- Analysts in clinical laboratories,drug testing laboratories,water analysis laboratories, pharmaceutical companies,veterinary clinics,food companies,cosmetics clinics,fertility clinics,microbiological laboratories,and nuclear medicine laboratories
- Researchers in clinical/educational/diagnostic institutions
- Professional Product Specialists in manufacturing/marketing/sales companies
- Academicians and Health Science Educators
- Medical Transcriptionists
- Forensic Technologists
- Specialists in Laboratory Information Systems
- Perfusionists
- Cardiographic Technologists
- Public Health Practitioners
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control Officers
- Occupational Safety Specialists
- Phlebotomists
- Histotechnologists / Cytotechnologists
- Sonographers
Deans and Academic Heads
Mrs. Maria Carmen S. Dizon
Program Head, Medical Technology Department
Dr. Michael Angelo O. Sumugat
Acting Internship Coordinator, Medical Technology Department
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
HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS (CLINICAL LABORATORIES)
These are CHED-recognized training institutions for students during internship. The internship serves to prepare the students for actual clinical practice.
- San Juan De Dios Hospital
- MCU-FDTMF
- Ospital ng Maynila
- Sta. Ana Hospital
- Rizal Medical Center
- East Avenue Medical Center
- Las Pinas Doctors Hospital
- San Pablo Colleges Medical Center
- Daniel Mercado Medical Center
INTERNATIONAL LINKAGES
- Daegu Health College Global Internship Exchange Student Program
- International Student Exchange Program from CEU to Health Polytechnic of Ministry of Health in Surabaya, Indonesia
LOCAL LINKAGES
- ASEAN Association of Schools of Medical Technology (AASMT)
- Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health (PASMETH)
- Philippine Association of Medical Technologists (PAMET)
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.