VET

Certificate III in Pathology

Southern Cross Education Institute Pty Ltd

This qualification reflects the role of pathology collectors and assistants who receive, collect, dispatch specimens and perform routine pathology procedures, taking responsibility for their own work under general supervision.  They combine communication, customer service an

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Duration

32 weeks

Fees

AU$ 7,000 Annually

Salary

Strong earning potential

Course Description

This qualification reflects the role of pathology collectors and assistants who receive, collect, dispatch specimens and perform routine pathology procedures, taking responsibility for their own work under general supervision. 

They combine communication, customer service and technical skills, and use discretion and judgment to adapt and transfer their skills to different situations. 

To achieve the HLT37525 Certificate III in Pathology (Pathology Collection), the candidate must have completed at least 35 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency. 

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with current Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice. 

Career Outcomes

Specimen collection officer

Specimen collection officers perform routine extractions of blood and other pathology specimens. They may also prepare and process pathology samples for testing in a laboratory.

Pathology Collector

Pathology Collectors perform routine extractions of blood and other pathology specimens. They may also prepare and process pathology samples for testing in a laboratory.

Specialist Specimen Collectors (Pathology)

Specialist Specimen Collectors (Pathology) collect blood and other pathology specimens for specialised testing. They need an advanced level of knowledge and may work with clients with complex needs.

CRICOS Details

Certificate III in Pathology is listed on the official CRICOS register and delivered by Southern Cross Education Institute Pty Ltd in 019909 - Laboratory Technology.

  • CRICOS course code: 120050C
  • Provider: Southern Cross Education Institute Pty Ltd
  • Course level: Certificate III
  • Study level: VET
  • Field of education: 019909 - Laboratory Technology
  • National qualification code: HLT37525
  • Dual qualification: No
  • Foundation studies: No
  • Work component: Yes
  • Work hours per week: 38.00
  • Work weeks: 1
  • Total work hours: 38
  • Course language: English
  • Duration: 32 weeks
  • Locations: ADELAIDE, North Melbourne, SA, VIC

This overview is compiled from official CRICOS register data. Confirm fees, duration, intake dates, and entry requirements directly with the provider before applying.

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