AIMS Exam
Australia's renowned healthcare system beckons, and within its laboratories lies a world of challenging innovation, impactful contributions, and fulfilling careers. If you yearn to become a registered medical laboratory technician in this dynamic landscape, conquering the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS) Exam is your pivotal step.
This online exam can be cleared in your home country, and you can apply for a work/PR visa once you clear this exam.
What Is The AIMS Exam?
For medical laboratory professionals seeking to elevate their careers within Australia's esteemed healthcare system, the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS) Exam serves as a crucial gateway. This comprehensive assessment meticulously evaluates the competency and knowledge of overseas-trained technicians and scientists, determining their eligibility for the skilled occupation of Medical Laboratory Scientist and for prestigious membership in AIMS.
More than a mere hurdle, the AIMS Exam acts as a pivotal milestone for these aspiring professionals. It rigorously measures their grasp of diverse scientific concepts and laboratory techniques, along with their proficiency in applying these skills to real-world scenarios. This in-depth evaluation ensures that only those possessing the highest levels of knowledge and expertise join the ranks of Australian medical laboratory professionals.
Furthermore, the convenient availability of AIMS exam centers across the globe removes geographical barriers, allowing motivated individuals worldwide to embark on their Australian laboratory journey.
AIMS Exam Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to enter the AIMS Exam, you must have have acquired the following criteria and requirements:
Bachelors' Degree
A bachelors' degree in medical laboratory technology
English Language
English language proficiency (IELTS/OET/PTE)
Experience
Minimum two years of work experience in the medical laboratory (falling within the five-year period immediately prior to the assessment application)
Procedure for AIMS
To be eligible to work in Australia as a medical laboratory technician or scientist, a few steps need to be followed
1. English Language Proficiency
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The candidate applying for the AIMS exam should be proficient in the English language and must provide proof for the same while applying. By taking tests like IELTS/OET/PTE, English proficiency can be evaluated. The candidate should have a band score of 7 in each component.
2. Document Evaluation
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The application for the assessment should be submitted along with the supporting documents. At this point, the AIMS verifies the submitted documents.
3. Skills Assessment
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Once the above procedure is completed, the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists completes the assessment and the candidate will receive the results via mail.
Course Duration
2 months
COURSE Registration Fee
$100
Course Installment
$275
Total Course Amount
$3200
About the Course
The AIMS Professional exam course is designed for those lab technicians and scientists seeking professional recognition and career advancement within the Australian medical laboratory industry.
Led by experienced instructors with extensive expertise in medical laboratory sciences, the course curriculum is carefully curated to ensure a thorough understanding of the exam content and promote critical thinking skills.
The primary goal of this course is to provide the students with the necessary study materials, mock tests, question banks etc. to help the students crack the exam in one go.
The course offers lifetime access to our private chat group with qualified lab technicians and free webinars on AIMS exam tips, CV writing, etc.
Medical laboratory technicians and scientists who want to practice, migrate, and settle in Australia. Candidates who are appearing for the AIMS exam for the first time Ideal for candidates who want to take on the examination with full preparation
Our Curriculum
MODULE 1 Introduction To The AIMS Professional Examination - Medical Laboratory Scientist
Overview of the AIMS exam
MODULE 3 Chemical Pathology
Quality control concepts as they apply to the automated biochemistry laboratory Bioinstrumentation including immunoassay, spectrophotometric assays and point-of-care testing Endocrinology such as thyroid function tests and adrenal function tests Basic virology tests performed in core laboratory settings Common tumor markers Myocardial function tests Enzyme tests Calcium, phosphate, magnesium Principles of enzymatic analysis Specific plasma pr Plasma proteins and protein electrophoresis Lipid analysis Liver function tests Glucose, glucose tolerance, HbA1c Urea, creatinine and creatinine clearance, uric acid Blood gas and electrolyte measurement
MODULE 5 Hematology
Pre-analytical factors in hematology and coagulation Quality control in hematology and coagulation Malaria testing and species Fibrinolysis Natural anticoagulants Bleeding disorders Anticoagulant therapy and methods of monitoring this therapy Intrinsic and extrinsic coagulation pathways and methods of testing Iron metabolism Production of erythrocytes, leukocytes and platelets Lymphoproliferative disorders Myeloproliferative disorders Normocytic anemia Microcytic anemia Macrocytic anemia Principles of automated cell counting
MODULE 7 Medical Microbiology
Safety in the microbiology laboratory, biosafety cabinets, biosafety levels General principles of quality control and quality assurance as it applies to microbiology Staining techniques: Gram stain, Ziehl Neelsen stain, Modified ZN stains Microscopy: Function and maintenance of a modern binocular microscope, including setting up and using for bright-field, phase-contrast and dark-field microscopy Principles of major methods of susceptibility testing I.e., disc diffusion, agar dilution and broth dilution and the relationship between breakpoints, MIC, and susceptible/resistant categories Knowledge of normal flora (indigenous flora) of major body sites or absence of normal flora in sterile body sites. Collection, handling, and processing of samples including the minimum criteria for acceptance of samples A basic knowledge of infectious diseases and organisms most commonly associated with these diseases. There will be a greater emphasis on bacterial diseases, but some knowledge of parasitic, fungal and viral diseases is also expected.
MODULE 9 Laboratory Safety And Quality Control
Handling of infectious specimens Sterilization and disinfection procedures Safe handling of hazardous chemicals Safe handling of biological specimens
MODULE 2 Anatomical Pathology
Normal cell types in cytological specimens The cytological features of inflammation and neoplasia in cervical smears The Papanicolaou staining technique Fixation of cytological specimens Histochemical methods as applied to light microscopy such as PAS and Perls Prussian Blue for Iron Normal histology especially basic tissue types Preparation of specimens for light microscopy including fixation and tissue processing, decalcification technique and general straining methods such as Haematoxylin and Eosin stain, Van Gieson stain and Masson Trichrome stain.
MODULE 4 Genomic Pathology
Awareness of next-generation sequencing techniques Sample integrity for DNA and RNA-based techniques Principles of reverse transcriptase PCR, real-time PCR and multiplex PCR Principles of basic thermal and isothermal PCR techniques including sample preparation and use of controls Common mutations in oncology, inborn errors of metabolism Chromosome structure and common pathologies associated with chromosomal abnormalities Influence of epigenetics on phenotypes Transcription and translation Mitochondrial DNA Structure of DNA and all forms of RNA Basic understanding of inheritance
MODULE 6 Immunopathology
Principles of immunology-based assays Acquired and inherited immune deficiency conditions, major autoimmune conditions, and their laboratory investigation Mechanisms of hypersensitivity and their laboratory investigation Monoclonal antibodies, their production, properties and uses Key cytokines I.e., IL-1, IL-2, IL-4, IL-6, IL-17, TNF and their functions Immunoglobulin properties and functions Cellular and humoral immune response Adaptive and acquired immune mechanisms Basic understanding of the structure and function of the immune system
MODULE 8 Transfusion Science
Internal quality control and external quality assurance in the blood bank Quality assurance in the blood bank laboratory Haemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn Blood group systems Pre-transfusion testing Antibody detection and identification Blood components Blood donation testing Antibody production Antigen/antibody interaction Antibody structure and function
MODULE 10 Principles Of Quality Assurance And Quality Control
Uncertainty of measurement The role of internal quality control and external quality assurance Simple statistical evaluation, reference ranges methodology - parametric and non-parametric Basic charting and rules for rejection of results
MODULE 11 Basic Laboratory Procedures And Equipment
Spectrophotometry Basic laboratory equipment and its appropriate use Basic laboratory calculations Normal and molar solutions