Legal Aspects of Florida Clinical Laboratory Practice 2025

Course overview

This course fulfills the continuing education requirement for Florida clinical laboratory personnel and strengthens professional competence through a focused review of state and federal legal standards. Participants will examine Florida laws and administrative rules governing licensure, supervision, and continuing education; clarify disciplinary procedures and key legal concepts such as negligence and malpractice; and review proper practices for record keeping, patient consent, and confidentiality. The course also covers CLIA proficiency testing and quality system standards, identifies unlawful practices to avoid, and outlines the legal responsibilities and protections applicable to supervisors and instructors in laboratory settings.