Transfusion Science Educational Course (TSEC)
This course provides a review of key scientific concepts necessary to identify and resolve challenges that laboratories face on a daily basis. An emphasis is put on the integration of serological and molecular methods for blood group antibody identification and compatibility testing. Interactive case studies will offer the opportunity to enhance practical case resolution skills.
| Format: | Intermediate - advanced levels |
| Faculty: | Recognized experts in the field of immunohematology, blood group genomics, and transfusion medicine |
| Audience: | Experienced blood bank technologists, supervisors, transfusion medicine physicians |
| Continuing education credits: | P.A.C.E.® credits awarded by ASCLS as well as CEUs for the Florida Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel. Available only for US attendees. |
Thank you for your interest and participation in the educational courses offered by The Grifols Academy of Transfusion Medicine (TGATM).
The health and safety of our participants, faculty, and employees are our top priority. Due to the uncertainty surrounding the current COVID-19 pandemic, we have decided to cancel all in-person educational activities until further notice.
In the meantime, we are currently working to increase our online educational offerings. Our mission is to continue to offer accessible continuing education opportunities despite this challenging time.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
The health and safety of our participants, faculty, and employees are our top priority. Due to the uncertainty surrounding the current COVID-19 pandemic, we have decided to cancel all in-person educational activities until further notice.
In the meantime, we are currently working to increase our online educational offerings. Our mission is to continue to offer accessible continuing education opportunities despite this challenging time.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
2020 TSEC SCHEDULE
| Date | Location | Course Format/Level | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 19-20, 2020 postponed | Jacksonville, FL | Classroom / Intermediate to Advanced level | Email |
| June 25-26, 2020 postponed | Denver, CO | Classroom / Intermediate to Advanced level | Email |
| August 20-21, 2020 postponed | New York City, NY | Classroom / Intermediate to Advanced level | Email |
| November 12-13, 2020 postponed | San Diego, CA | Classroom / Intermediate to Advanced level | Email |
Recorded Live TSEC Sessions
| Program | Speaker | Recording |
|---|---|---|
| Antibodies Previously Known as HTLAs | Joann Moulds PhD, MT(ASCP)SBB | Watch |
| Blood Group Diversity and Its Impact on Transfusion Medicine | Geoff Daniels, PhD, FRCPath | Watch |
| DNA vs. Serology: A New Twist | Joann Moulds PhD, MT(ASCP)SBB | Watch |
| From Littile Things Come Big Headaches; The Challenges of Platelet Transfusion | Mark D. Pool, MD | Watch |
| Tools in the Serologist's Toolbox | Jan Hamilton, MS, MT(ASCP)SBB | Watch |