Some applicants must request to have their transcripts sent directly to CAMLPR before they can write an exam. The process depends on your educational background and whether you require a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA).
Who should submit a transcript
| Applicant Category | Do I need to have my transcript sent directly to CAMLPR? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| International MLT Education: Completed a medical laboratory technology/science program outside Canada. | No | Transcripts are provided to CAMLPR through your WES Course-by-Course International Credential Advantage Package (ICAP) evaluation. |
| Non-traditional Education (international): Completed a program (e.g., BSc, MSc, PhD) related to medical laboratory technology/science outside Canada. | No | Transcripts are provided to CAMLPR through your WES Course-by-Course International Credential Advantage Package (ICAP) evaluation. |
| Non-traditional Education (Canada): Completed a program (e.g., BSc, MSc, PhD) related to medical laboratory technology/science in Canada. | Yes | CAMLPR must receive your transcript before your Prior Learning Assessment substantial equivalency review can begin. |
| Canadian MLT Education (over 24 months ago): Did not attempt your first national MLT exam within 24 months of completing a CAMLPR-approved medical laboratory technology/science program. | Yes | CAMLPR must receive your transcript before your Prior Learning Assessment substantial equivalency review can begin. |
| Canadian MLT Education (within 24 months): Completed your CAMLPR-approved medical laboratory technology/science program and will write an exam within 24 months of program completion. | Yes | CAMLPR must receive your transcript at least five (5) days before your scheduled exam. If not received by the deadline, your exam will be deferred to the next session. |
| Canadian MLT Education (near completion): Currently enrolled in a CAMLPR-approved medical laboratory technology/science program and have not yet completed all program requirements. | No | CAMLPR will contact your educational institution directly to verify that you are on track to meet the program requirements. |
| CSMLS Exam Candidate (Unsuccessful), International MLT Education: Completed a medical laboratory technology/science program outside Canada. Wrote a Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Society (CSMLS) exam but have not passed. | No | Your transcripts were reviewed before you wrote a CSMLS exam as part of your Prior Learning Assessment. |
| CSMLS Exam Candidate (Unsuccessful), Canadian MLT Education: Completed a CAMLPR-approved medical laboratory technology/science program. Wrote a Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Society (CSMLS) exam but have not passed. | Yes | CAMLPR must receive your transcript before you can be approved to write an exam. |
How to submit your transcript
If required, your transcript confirming successful program completion must be sent directly to CAMLPR using one of the following methods:
- MyCreds
If your institution is a MyCreds member organization, you may authorize transcript release to CAMLPR through the MyCreds platform. Learn more about MyCreds. - Direct from educational institution via email
Ask your educational institution to send your transcript as a PDF attachment to documents@camlpr.org from an official institutional email address. The email should include your full legal name and CAMLPR ID (if available) to identify you as the applicant. - Electronically Notarized Copy
You may submit an electronically notarized copy of your transcript. See Electronic Notarization Requirements for details.