Full training is a comprehensive embryology training program, which promises to equip students with the full range of skills necessary to work as professional embryologists. Here’s a breakdown of the key elements of the course:
Course Overview:
- Duration: 11 weeks, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM
- Total Hours: Over 440 hours of hands-on training
- Content:
- Basics of male and female reproduction
- Endocrinology related to fertility
- Sterile techniques
- High-tech procedures, including ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) and Biopsy
- Extensive hands-on training with regular evaluations
- In-depth understanding of embryology techniques and troubleshooting in the lab
Admission Requirements:
- Experience: No prior experience required
- Degree required: Bachelors degree in a life science (biology, physiology, chemistry, biochemistry, zoology, animal science, neurology, or similar)
- Capacity: Maximum of 12 students per class to ensure individualized attention
- Fees:
- Cost: $20,000 for the entire course, no additional fees
- Deposit: Non-refundable 50% deposit to secure your place
- Final Payment: Full fee due 5 days before course begins
Outcomes:
- Students will gain both practical skills and theoretical knowledge to work as trained embryologists, with a focus on troubleshooting, lab techniques, and understanding the science behind each procedure.
- Upon completion, students should be prepared for professional roles in the field of embryology, making them highly marketable.
If you need further clarification or have specific questions about this program, feel free to ask!
Cost: $5,000
Duration: 40 hours (Mon-Fri 8-4)
Course Overview:
- Designed for embryologists aiming to become fully trained in ICSI techniques.
- Starts with an introduction to laboratory setup, inverted microscope usage, and progresses to detailed ICSI protocols.
- Covers different methods for performing ICSI to achieve successful outcomes
- Requirements: currently an embryologist trained in vitrification.
- Hands-on Training: Students will receive one-on-one instruction, practicing on multiple micro-manipulators and perfecting their ICSI skills.
- Experience with Eggs: Each student will perform ICSI on over 100 eggs and document the development post-manipulation.
- Outcome: Upon completion, students will be ready to return to their labs and apply their skills with human eggs.
- Assessment: Detailed training records and assessments will be kept evaluating each student’s progress.
Payment Details:
- Deposit: A non-refundable 50% deposit is required to reserve your spot.
- Full Payment: The remaining fee is due 7 days before the start of the course.
Duration: 40 Hours (Mon-Fri 8-4)
Target Audience: Embryologists looking to master embryo biopsy techniques already trained in ICSI
Course Details:
- Hands-On Training: Each student will have full access to multiple manipulators for one-on-one training sessions, ensuring personalized instruction.
- Embryo Experience: Participants will perform biopsy procedures on over 50 embryos, gaining comprehensive experience in the technique.
- Post-Manipulation Documentation: Students will document the development of embryos after manipulation to assess the impact and effectiveness of the procedure.
- Certification of Competence: At the end of the course, students will be ready to apply their skills in a clinical lab environment, confidently working with human embryos.
- Course Completion: Students will receive detailed training documentation, along with a thorough assessment by the instructor, confirming their proficiency in embryo biopsy.
Fees and Payment:
- Non-Refundable Deposit: A 50% deposit is required to secure your spot in the course.
- Full Payment: The remaining balance is due 7 days prior to the start of the course.
This is a 2-5 day training session for existing senior embryologists to learn training skills for more effective team training. Not all senior embryologists are natural trainers. This session will allow them to train during the three-month courses Vit week, ICSI week, or Biopsy week assisting with active trainees and working with WEST trainers to perfect their skills for different types of training. They will learn details for training protocols, evaluations, processes, and catering their style to the needs of the trainees and your lab. Cost is $500/day, Or $2000/5 days.
Training Program for Non-Embryologists: Understanding Reproductive Health Laboratory Practices
Training Program for Non-Embryologists: Understanding Reproductive Health Laboratory Practices
This specialized training program is tailored for non-laboratory staff such as executives, administrators, engineers, assistants, and other employees working within reproductive health care organizations. Its primary goal is to provide participants with a deeper understanding of the laboratory processes and challenges faced by reproductive specialists, ultimately enabling them to perform their roles more effectively.
Program Overview:
- Audience: Executives, administrators, engineers, assistants, and non-lab employees in reproductive healthcare companies.
- Objective: To foster a comprehensive understanding of laboratory operations, enhancing collaboration between lab and non-lab teams, and improving overall company service delivery.
Day 1: Introduction to the Laboratory Environment
- Short Lectures:
- Basic overview of reproductive health laboratory practices.
- Challenges faced by embryologists in daily operations.
- Ethical considerations, patient care, and laboratory regulations.
- Hands-on Activities:
- Embryo Pipetting: Participants will practice pipetting techniques, understanding the precision required in handling embryos.
- Embryo Culture: Introduction to the process of embryo culturing, including media, incubators, and the role of each step in embryo development.
- Embryo Grading: Practical exercises on how embryos are graded, including visual assessment and decision-making in selecting viable embryos for transfer.
- Vitrification and Warming: Techniques used for freezing and thawing embryos, ensuring survival and quality post-thaw.
Day 2: Advanced Techniques in Reproductive Laboratory Practices
- Short Lectures:
- In-depth discussions on advanced reproductive techniques like ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection), embryo biopsy, and transfer methods.
- The importance of precision, care, and timing in these processes.
- Hands-on Activities:
- Embryo Transfers: Understanding the steps involved in transferring embryos into the uterus, with a focus on precision, timing, and patient comfort.
- ICSI: Participants will gain insight into the ICSI technique, including sperm selection and injection into the egg.
- Embryo Biopsy: Demonstrating the process of embryo biopsy for genetic testing, understanding the delicate procedures involved.
Key Takeaways:
- Better Collaboration: Non-lab staff will gain a clear understanding of laboratory challenges, leading to more effective communication and support between departments.
- Informed Decision-Making: Understanding lab processes will aid in better decision-making in the company, from logistics to patient care.
- Hands-on Experience: By getting involved in key laboratory activities, participants will develop a more nuanced perspective of the work done in the lab, helping them contribute more effectively to their roles.
This program is designed not just as an educational opportunity, but as a way to foster stronger teamwork within the company, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their department, has a shared understanding of the critical work being done in the lab and its importance to patient outcomes.