This qualification reflects the role of pathology assistants and specimen reception staff in laboratories. Workers in this role follow known routines and procedures, taking responsibility for their own work under general supervision. This qualification prepares laboratory assistants and instrument operators with essential skills for various industry sectors. Emphasis is placed on following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and adhering to work health and safety (WHS) regulations, especially concerning environmental hazards and dangerous goods. Additionally, the qualification focuses on applying quality principles in laboratory and field work, essential for maintaining high standards in sampling, testing, and production operations.
Possible job title includes:
Total number of units = 14 (8 core and 6 Electives)
Recognition of Prior Learning
All individual students are offered the opportunity to apply for RPL, please see the student handbook or enquire at the college for the procedure on how to apply.
Note: Please refer to the Enrolment Form for the terms and conditions of enrolment, which includes: Enrolment and Selection; Training Guarantee; Course Fees, Payments and Refunds; Course Fees paid in Advance.
Amount indicated is in Australian Dollars.
The RTO reserves the right to change the unit sequence within this training as required please refer to the Enrolment Form for the terms and conditions of enrolment, which includes: Enrolment and Selection; Training Guarantee; Course Fees, Payments, and Refunds; Course Fees paid in Advance.
Duration
26 weeks (20 weeks of delivery + 6 weeks of holiday)
Mode of Delivery:
Blended Learning
14 hours/week: Face-to-Face
6 hours/week: Online Study
Approx. 5 hours/week: Self-Paced Study
Mode of Assessment
Observation/Practical Skills, Written Questions, Case Studies, Simulation, Presentation
Course Fee and Payment Method(s)
Tuition Fees
$5,500 (26 weeks)
Additional Costs
Enrolment Application Fee (not refundable):
$250 is to be paid with the first installment and is additional to the tuition fees.
Material Fee
A Material Fee of $250 is to be paid with the first installment of the fees. This is not included in the full deposit and is additional to the payment plan below. The material fees include uniform, practical kit, and course content.
Total Cost: $6,000
Payment Plan
2 Instalments: $2,750 each to be paid before the start of each term.
Resources Provided
All courseware and handouts are included in the material fees.
Selection Criteria
Be over the age of 18
Minimum of IELTS 6.0 score or equivalent
Applicants are required to undertake a course Entry requirement test (CERT) and obtain a minimum of 50% to be deemed eligible to enter the course
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