HLT37215 – Certificate III in Pathology Collection – 103326K
COURSE CODE: HLT37215 | CRICOS CODE: 103326K
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This qualification reflects the role of pathology collectors. Workers in this role follow known routines and 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. This course gives graduates the skills and knowledge to work in all areas across pathology collection centres, private and public hospitals and doctors clinics.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 35 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
COURSE DETAILS
Qualification Pathways
After successfully completing the Certificate III in Pathology Collection, students may apply for the:
- Diploma In Nursing
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Bachelor of Public Health
- Bachelor of Health and Wellbeing
- Bachelor of Medicine
Course Delivery and Duration
This course is delivered in a structured classroom environment which includes the ACFE purpose built workshop and computer laboratory.
The program will be delivered over 39 weeks (holiday inclusive, and 2 days (7 hours each) per week Online learning) and 1 day (6 hours – self-paced structured e-learning).
The simulation training is for review of the learning activities, practicing communication, work based skills, management skills and to undertake other assessments e.g. project(s), presentation etc.
You will find the hands-on practical simulation training interesting and beneficial, so that you are able to perform tasks efficiently and effectively in an actual workplace which will build your confidence and competence.
Intake Dates
/02/2021 | /05/2021 |
/08/2021 | /11/2021 |
Course Delivery Location
Victoria – 341 Queen Street Melbourne VIC 3000
New South Wales – 37 George St Parramatta NSW 2150
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities resulting from the completion of this course may include following job roles:
- Pathology Collector
- Pathology Specimen Collector
- Specialist Specimen Collectors
- Pathology Assistant
- Pathology Laboratory Technical Assistant
Entry Requirements
- 18 years or older upon application
- All applicants are required to have successfully completed an LLN test and demonstrate competence for all indicators to enrol for this qualification
- IELTS Overall 5.5 band (no band below 5.0)
- TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 69-79 with no band less than 14
- TOEFL Paper 523 (with a min. TWE 3.5)
- TOEFL CBT (Combuted-based) 193 (with a min.TWE 3.5)
- PTE Academic 46 with no communicative skill score less than 40
Course Fees
- International Students: $5,500 (includes materials & Administration Fee)
- Tuition Fee- $5000
- Administration Fee – $350
- Materials Fee – $500
Units of Competency
Total number of units = 14
9 core units and 5 elective units, consisting of: at least 2 units from the electives listed below up to 3 units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Note: Not all elective units listed may be available to study, please enquire for more information before enrolling.
Core units – 9 | |
CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
HLTPAT001 | Identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection |
HLTPAT002 | Perform venous blood collections |
HLTPAT004 | Collect pathology specimens other than blood |
HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
BSBCUS201 | Deliver a service to customers |
BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
Elective units – 5 | |
CHCCCS027 | Visit client residence |
HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
HLTAID003 | Provide first aid |
HLTCAR001 | Perform electrocardiography (ECG) |
HLTCAR002 | Perform holter monitoring |
HLTHPS001 | Take clinical measurements |
HLTHPS002 | Support health professional in the delivery of care |
HLTHPS004 | Measure spirometry |
HLTPAT003 | Perform capillary blood collections |
HLTPAT005 | Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing |
HLTPAT006 | Receive, prepare and dispatch pathology specimens |



Course Fees
$5,500 (includes materials + Administration Fee)
Intakes
2021
February, May, August, November
Mode of Study
Face to Face
Blended / Online learning
Duration
39 weeks