LaboratoryDiagnostic Microbiology and Culture Technique
Reliable microbiology results depend on technique that is often assumed rather than actually taught, from aseptic transfer to correct incubation and reading of cultures. This course rebuilds those fundamentals for laboratories serving clinical, food safety, and water testing needs across East and Southern Africa. Participants practice specimen processing, media selection, and organism identification using both conventional and rapid methods.
Course objectives
- Apply aseptic technique consistently across specimen handling and culture work
- Select appropriate culture media for common bacterial and fungal targets
- Perform Gram staining and basic biochemical identification tests
- Interpret antimicrobial susceptibility testing results using standard breakpoints
- Maintain quality control of media, reagents, and reference cultures
Who should attend
- Medical laboratory scientists and microbiology technicians
- Food safety and water testing microbiologists
- Veterinary and animal health laboratory staff
- Laboratory supervisors responsible for microbiology quality control
Course outline
- 01Aseptic technique and specimen handling
- 02Culture media selection and preparation
- 03Staining procedures and microscopic examination
- 04Biochemical identification and rapid diagnostic methods
- 05Antimicrobial susceptibility testing and interpretation
- 06Quality control and proficiency testing in microbiology
Scheduled sessions
| Dates | Venue | Format | Price | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 September to 1 October 2026 | London, United Kingdom | Classroom | R11,995 per delegate | Register Now |
| 1 to 3 January 2027 | Online, Online | Online | R6,500 per delegate | Register Now |
| 25 to 27 June 2027 | London, United Kingdom | Classroom | R11,995 per delegate | Register Now |
| 28 to 30 July 2027 | Accra, Ghana | Classroom | R11,995 per delegate | Register Now |
| 31 July to 2 August 2027 | Durban, South Africa | Classroom | R11,995 per delegate | Register Now |