The Lagos State College of Health Technology (LASCOHET) held its 12th orientation and oath-taking ceremony for students of the School of Medical Laboratory Technicians.
Dignitaries such as the College Provost, Management, academic staff, students and the MLSCN Body, led by the Registrar/CEO, MLSCN, Dr. Donald Ofili, who was represented by Mr Simon Bukar were present to formally welcomed the students into the profession, familiarized them with the values, responsibilities and ethical standards expected of the kind of professionals they were being inaugurated to become.
According to the released statement by the institution, the Provost, Professor Raheem Akewushola, in his welcome address, urged the students to approach their training with “discipline, dedication, integrity and a strong commitment to excellence”.
‎He stressed that medical laboratory practice plays an important part in healthcare delivery, as accurate laboratory investigations are crucial to diagnosis, treatment and disease prevention, while encouraging the students to uphold the dignity of the profession by being professional and maintaining patient confidentiality. ‎
The statement reports that the. professional oath was administered by Mr. Simon Bukar, who represented the Registrar/CEO, MLSCN,. He led the students to formally pledge to uphold the ethical principles and responsibilities of the medical laboratory profession, officially ushering them into the profession.
‎The oath-taking symbolised their commitment to responsible practice and service to humanity. ‎
Meanwhile, Lagos State College of Health Technology also took to its statement to congratulate the students and wished them success and a rewarding professional journey. Â