2300V: How to effectively audit a microbiology laboratory - VIRTUAL - March 10-11, 2026
Important notice: CALA is moving to a new Learning Management System (LMS) at the end of the year. All 2026 course registrations purchased before the end of the year will be entered in our new LMS when we go live. When you complete your purchase, you will get the usual invoice. You will not get a second email with the link to the LMS. Don’t worry – we will hold your spot in the course and will send you the course details well ahead of your course.
Date: March 10-11, 2026
Time: 11:30 am to 3:30 pm ET each day
Member price: $578.00
Non-member price: $680.00
This one-day workshop will provide participants the opportunity to hone their skills in auditing Microbiology Laboratories. Micro labs include bacteriology, virology, and mycology. The tests and techniques covered will include screening with molecular biology and confirmation with cultural methods to isolate and identify the microorganisms. The workshop will provide information on the many interrelationships the discipline includes and how to ensure we effectively audit all aspects of them.
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Participants require access to a computer and a microphone in order to take this training. A headset with microphone is highly recommended. A webcam is recommended, but not required.
This is a virtual course. Please note: Only 1 participant per registration. Contact training@cala.ca (613-233-5300) for group training options. |
Who should attend
This course is intended for experienced internal auditors and Quality personnel who want to improve how they conduct audits in Microbiology Laboratories.
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe what is included in the scope of Microbiological Testing
- Describe the isolation and identification used in different matrices
- Describe the techniques used in Microbiology for confirmation of microorganism post isolation
- Effectively audit the requirements for personnel competency involved with Micro testing
- Understand the restrictions required for prevention of cross-contamination
- Effectively audit the laboratory environment, and audit the environmental monitoring program