New MLA Program – Application & Information

The BCSLS is temporarily pausing applications for new MLA programs as the Provincial MLA Curriculum and associated MLA program requirements and policies are being updated.  The BCSLS anticipates having the updated curriculum published in May 2026. For those educational programs that have already applied, and that have submitted their curriculum, the Education Program Review Committee will continue to review the submitted curriculum to the existing Provincial MLA Curriculum. For those educational programs that have submitted an application, but have not submitted their curriculum for review, they will be required to use the updated curriculum, once published.

• BCSLS welcomes proposals from accredited post-secondary institutions interested in launching a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) program in British Columbia. This page outlines eligibility, submission requirements, review timelines, and resources to support your application.

• Public and private colleges must apply for approval before being added to our list of approved programs.

  • Register for the application process. $3000 application fee (non-refundable) PER LOCATION.

  • After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation letter from BCSLS which will include all of the forms that you need to fill out and send it back to bcsls@bcsls.net

  • Your information needs to be submitted all together in one email.

  • Once your submission is received, in full, the initial review process will take place

  • The review committee may need you to revise or submit more information.

  • Upon approval of application, a site visit will be arranged.

BCSLS MLA Approved Schools

To find a list of approved programs in BC, click here.

Forms: (If used, you must fill one out, save it and email it to bcsls@bcsls.net

1. MLA Education Program Change – Consultation Form. For period updates and changes to your program

2. BCSLS MLA presentation form - Annual