Lab Management

Lab Quality

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Course overview
Are you ready to elevate your lab's performance to new heights of excellence? Welcome to Lab Quality, where you'll embark on a journey to unlock the secrets of establishing and maintaining a world-class Quality Management System (QMS) tailored specifically for laboratories. Led by industry expert Scott Hanton, this course is designed to empower you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to optimize your lab's operations and exceed stakeholder expectations.
  • Area of Study

    Lab Management

  • Course Duration

    1 hour

  • CEUs

    0.1

    This course is part of the Lab Management Certificate. Looking to enroll in the full certificate?

    What is this course about?

    In today's competitive landscape, delivering top-notch science isn't just a goal; it's a necessity. This comprehensive course delves deep into the core principles of lab quality, equipping you with the tools to build and sustain a robust QMS. From enhancing document control to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, you'll explore every facet of quality management essential for achieving unparalleled success in your lab.

    What are the benefits of this course?

    • Value of Lab Quality: Gain insights into the significance of implementing a lab quality program and its impact on meeting stakeholder requirements.
    • Elements of Lab Quality Program: Identify and understand the essential components that constitute an effective lab quality program.
    • Differentiation of Lab Quality Standards: Explore various lab quality standards and discern the unique benefits they offer, enabling you to select the most suitable standard for your lab.
    • Benefits of Accredited QMS: Discover the advantages of having an accredited Quality Management System and how it elevates your lab's credibility and performance.
    • Preparation for Accreditation: Learn practical strategies and best practices to prepare your lab for accreditation, ensuring a smooth and successful process.

    What are the learning outcomes of this course?

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

    • Understand the value of a lab quality program
    • Identify the elements of a lab quality program
    • Differentiate the benefits of some different lab quality standards
    • Recognize the benefits of having an accredited QMS
    • Describe how to prepare to be accredited

    Ready embark on a transformative journey that will revolutionize the way you perceive and practice quality management in your lab?

    Enroll now and take the first step towards unlocking the full potential of your laboratory operations!

    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.

    Course Content

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    What are the unique features of this course?

    Our Lab Management courses are designed to support existing and potential lab managers with training in a wide variety of leadership and management skills.

    Self-paced Courses

    Each lecture video features supporting slides, skill-testing activities, interactive elements, and a short quiz.

    IACET Accreditation

    Each Lab Management course is accredited by IACET and is worth 0.1 CEUs.

    Comprehensive Content

    We offer a variety of Lab Management courses designed to empower learners to navigate the intricacies of laboratory operations, from regulatory compliance to operational efficiency.
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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.