Key points
This eLearning course familiarizes laboratory professionals with how to read a Gram stain, colonial characteristics, and biochemical tests used to identify Gram-positive microorganisms as well as commonly used testing algorithms. The course only covers aerobic microorganisms, those that grow in the presence of oxygen.
Course length:
1 hour
Course length:
1 hour
Training objectives
This course is part of the Microbiology Series.
At the conclusion of this eLearning, you should be able to:
- Identify different types of bacterial morphology seen on a Gram stain.
- Identify different types of colonial characteristics.
- Use flowcharts and identification charts to identify some common aerobic Gram-positive microorganisms.
- Associate various biochemical tests with their correct applications.
- Interpret the results of biochemical methods.
Continuing education (CE)
This course does not offer P.A.C.E® credits. You may receive a course completion certificate without P.A.C.E® credits.