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Expressions of interest - exam committee members

26 February 2026
The Council is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from registered medical laboratory science (MLS) and anaesthetic technician (AT) health practitioners to join our examination committees.
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Consultation: Anaesthetic technician accreditation standards

25 February 2026
Proposed update to accreditation standards for programmes of education that lead to registration as an anaesthetic technician
The Council is reviewing the accreditation standards for programmes of education that lead to registration as an anaesthetic technician.
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February 2026 newsletter

20 February 2026
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Consultation: Medical Sciences Council scope of practice review - Medical Laboratory Science and Advanced-Extended practice

16 January 2026
Te Kaunihera Pūtaiao Hauora ǀ the Medical Sciences Council (MSC/the Council) invites practitioners, stakeholders, and anyone interested in healthcare to take part in a consultation about the scope of practice for medical laboratory science (MLS).  This is part of a regular review done by the Council.