Benefits for Students
Discover what you can gain from studying at CLAST
Biological knowledge
Learn about complex biological processes related to animals in research
Critical Thinking
Develop and refine your critical thinking and writing abilities
Animal Welfare
Maintain and improve animal welfare at your facility
Soft Skills
Develop your soft skills in management, negotiation and communication skills
Procedures
Perform experimental procedures safely and effectively
Career Progression
Increase your job satisfaction and chance of career progression
Networking
Provide you with valuable professional networking opportunities
Presenting
Learn to deliver confident and informative presentations
Certification
Graduate with an IAT HE certificate that can be used towards a full HE qualification in the future
Benefits for Employers
As an employer, you want to know that you are making a worthy investment in your employees' education and training. We strive to train laboratory professionals to the highest standards and work closely with many large employers of laboratory staff including the Universities of Oxford, Cambridge and King's College London.
The benefits of higher education and training in animal science and technology aren't just for your employees, your company stands to gain just as much, including;
Staff Retention
Greater staff retention, especially whilst they are studying
Animal Welfare
Be safe in the knowledge that your staff are experts in animal welfare, helping to maintain a culture of care
New Technologies
Students learn cutting edge
approaches from industry experts, equipping staff with a range of practical skills to bring to the workplace
Interpersonal Skills
Students will develop
interpersonal skills to facilitate working effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders in a team environment
Staff Confidence
Staff members who are confident public speakers with improved communication and presentation skills
Meet CPD Requirements
Our wide range of modules meet CPD needs and can be incorporated into staff appraisals
Time Management
Efficient employees who can prioritise and manage their time effectively
Scientific Writing
Employees with developed scientific writing skills for use in the company
Staff Loyalty
Increased staff loyalty and sense of being valued by the company