Clinical Laboratory Sciences in Taiwan: Education, Accreditation, and Emerging Competencies
Abstract
Laboratory sciences play a pivotal role in modern healthcare, serving as the foundation for disease prevention, diagnosis, and monitoring. In Taiwan, formal education in this field began in 1956 with the establishment of the first undergraduate program in Asia, and has since evolved into a comprehensive system encompassing undergraduate, graduate, and continuing professional education. This review outlines the historical evolution and current structure of laboratory medicine education in Taiwan, the accreditation and certification frameworks that govern the profession, the integration of emerging technologies and competencies, workforce development strategies, and future directions for the discipline.
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| Issue | Vol 4 No 1 (2026): Special Issue: Clinical Laboratory Sciences Education and Training | |
| Section | Review Article(s) | |
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| Clinical Laboratory Science History Education Accreditation and Certification Taiwan | ||
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Kuo C-Y, Hsu SH-J, Fang W- horng. Clinical Laboratory Sciences in Taiwan: Education, Accreditation, and Emerging Competencies. ABI. 2026;4(1):40-42.
