Lab Management
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How to Improve Lab Operations

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Stream overview
Much of lab management is ensuring that the lab delivers the technical work properly. Unlock the secrets to efficient lab management with the How to Improve Lab Operations stream at Lab Manager Academy. This comprehensive program consists of five courses designed to empower lab managers in ensuring quality, safety, effective asset management, advocacy, and improved productivity within their labs.
  • Area of Study

    Lab Management

  • Certificate Type

    Stream Credential

  • Number of Courses

    5

  • Credential Duration

    5 hours

  • CEUs

    0.5

    This stream credential is part of the Lab Management Certificate. Looking to enroll in the full certificate?
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    What is this stream credential about?

    • Lab Quality: This course will teach lab managers the fundamentals of a lab quality program to ensure accurate output. All labs want to deliver high-quality science that meets the requirements of their key stakeholders. Building the appropriate quality management system (QMS) helps the lab meet these goals.
    • Lab Safety: This course will ensure that lab managers have the knowledge to create and sustain an effective safety program to keep staff healthy and whole. Lab safety is a critical responsibility for all lab managers. Being comfortable with the requirements and elements of lab safety is necessary to generate an effective lab safety program. 
    • Asset Management: All labs need the equipment and instruments required to execute the science. This course will help lab managers develop effective processes to obtain equipment, keep it running, and decide when to retire it.
    • Effectively Advocating for the Lab: This course will help lab managers differentiate between needs and wants and improve their process to win support for investment in the lab. Effectively advocating for the lab is a critical role for the lab manager. Lab managers must effectively prioritize various needs, plan a strategy to communicate about, advocate for, and win some of what the lab needs to be successful while also influencing people in the chain of command around approval decisions. 
    • Metrics and Productivity: This course will help lab managers use the data within their lab to ensure the operational objectives are met and to recognize how to improve lab productivity when needed.

    Who is this stream credential for?

    This stream credential will equip lab managers with the skills needed to enhance lab operations, drive productivity, and ensure the success of their teams. This addresses lab managers seeking to enhance their skills in ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency within their laboratories. Whether you are a seasoned lab manager or aspiring to take on such a role, this stream is tailored to equip you with the essential knowledge for effective lab management.

    What are the benefits of this stream credential?

    By the end of this stream, engaged learners should be able to:

    • A comprehensive understanding of lab quality
    • Knowledge of how to create and maintain an effective lab safety program
    • Strategies to invest, utilize, and safeguard assets for optimal performance
    • Effective planning and implementing asset management
    • Information on harnessing metrics to drive productivity and success
    — What's included?

    Courses in this stream credential

    The How to Improve Lab Operations stream credential equips lab managers with the skills to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality in their labs. Learn the fundamentals of lab quality programs, develop effective safety and asset management processes, and advocate successfully for lab investments. Gain insights into using metrics to boost productivity and meet operational goals, ensuring your lab runs at peak performance.

    Transform your lab operations—enroll today and lead with excellence!

    Meet The Instructor

    Scott Hanton

    PhD

    Years of Experience
    Scott Hanton is the editorial director at Lab Manager and the leader of the Lab Manager Academy. He spent 30 years working in industrial chemistry labs, with 20 years as a lab manager. He had roles of general manager, laboratory operations manager and chief scientist for Intertek Allentown. Previously, he had roles of research scientist, laboratory supervisor, and section manager at Air Products & Chemicals. Through these different roles, Scott developed expertise in polymer mass spectrometry, analytical characterization, people leadership, and business management. He earned a BS in Chemistry from Michigan State University and a PhD in Physical Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Scott is an active member of ACS, ASMS, and ALMA.

    What are the unique features of this stream credential?

    Official Certification

    Live monthly office hours

    100% self-paced

    Lifetime access to updates

    5 online courses

    IACET-accredited institution

    Corporate rates for enrolling five or more lab professionals

    Backed by 30+ years' industry experience

    Ready to elevate your lab leadership skills?

    Enroll today and take the first step towards driving excellence in your lab operations!
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    IACET Accredited

    Lab Manager Academy is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) 
    We offer IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.