REGINA — More students can now train to become Medical Laboratory Technologists (MLT) and Medical Radiologic Technologists (MRT) at Saskatchewan Polytechnic this fall.
The Government of Saskatchewan has allocated funding for 10 additional MLT seats and eight additional MRT seats in Saskatoon to help meet the need for these specialized services.
The MLT and MRT seat increases are part of the approximately 550-seat training seat expansion announced in January, which targets 18 priority health occupations. The training expansion is part of Saskatchewan's Health Human Resources Action Plan, which aims to recruit, train, incentivize and retain health-care providers in a range of key professions, according to a Ministry of Advanced Education press release.
Both MLTs and MRTs are in high demand in Saskatchewan, the ministry says. Medical Laboratory Technologists and Medical Radiologic Technologists conduct medical testing and imaging services to assist health-care professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and other medical conditions.
"Sask Polytech plays an important role in training students to support the future of health care in our province," Saskatchewan Polytech President and CEO Dr. Larry Rosia said.
“Our instructors empower students with the practical knowledge and skills they need for a successful health-care career. Together we are shaping a healthier, brighter future for Saskatchewan, one technologist at a time."
For more information about the training seat expansion in these and other priority health programs, visit saskatchewan.ca/hhr-train.
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