Dade Behring Now Offers KnowIT e-Learning Training for PFA-100 System

    Business Editors

    DEERFIELD, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 4, 2005--Dade Behring (NASDAQ:DADE) announced that its KnowIT(SM) virtual classroom (Knowledge-building Interactive Technology) is now available for its PFA-100(R) System customers. (1)KnowIT(SM) is the company's proprietary online courseware, which provides interactive learning on-site in the laboratory, and is accessed by logging on to www.dadebehring.com.
    The KnowIT(SM) program is a completely interactive, standardized online educational tool that offers a self-paced interactive experience with instant feedback, reinforcement and motivation. Course modules include pre- and post- tests, with scores stored in a database for future reference. Each module features a knowledge assessment to measure performance and determine areas where further training may be needed. The course is designed to provide lab personnel with skills to quickly acquire the knowledge needed to operate and maintain the PFA-100(R) System.
    "Since the introduction of KnowIT in 2002, over 140,000 customers have used our program to either originate or enhance their skills on our analyzers," said Nick Payne, Director, North America Training, Dade Behring. "To address our customers' needs, users can access the program at their convenience so there is no lost lab time. The program has proven to be a valuable tool in the lab -- bringing new employees up-to-speed quickly and refreshing the skills of current staff."

    With 2004 revenues of more than $1.6 billion, Dade Behring is the world's largest company dedicated solely to clinical diagnostics. It offers a wide range of products, systems and services designed to meet the day-to-day needs of labs, delivering innovative solutions to customers and enhancing the quality of life for patients. Additional company information is available on the internet at www.dadebehring.com.

    (1) The KnowIT(SM) courseware was first introduced in June 2002 for use with MicroScan(R) Lab Pro.

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