This is a hands-on qualification that prepares you for work in a pathology unit or testing centre.
You'll learn how to collect blood and other pathology samples then prepare, record and despatch for testing.
Depending on your training provider, you will be able to choose specialist elective units including electrocardiography (ECG), first aid, recognising healthy body systems, or drug and abuse testing.
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Make a difference to people's lives
Have you ever had a blood test? Did you know the person trained to do this is called a phlebotomist? Did you find the experience interesting? Did you check out all the equipment and special containers in the room on your visit? Do you enjoy talking to people and helping them feel at ease during what can be a stressful time?
If you answered yes to these questions, this Certificate III in Pathology Collection course could start you on a rewarding career path.
As a phlebotomist (pathology collector) you'll interact with a wide variety of people while performing specimen collection, a vital part on their way to a better health status.
You'll provide this assistance by
- providing excellent customer service and communication
- taking venous blood samples with different types of needles
- collecting specimens such as swabs, urine and stool samples
- interacting with patients, couriers, lab staff and doctors
- working within collection centres, hospitals or doing home visits
The knowledge and practical skills you gain will equip you to work as a pathology collector/phlebotomist in a variety of settings.
You will gain transferable skills which you will be able use in other health related studies you may choose to undertake, such as laboratory techniques, nursing, pharmacy or anaesthetic technology & practice.
Locations
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 judgement to adapt and transfer their skills to different situations.
Choose a private training provider that delivers this course
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
The HLT37215 - Certificate III in Pathology Collection Course provides a strong foundation for support roles in health care settings. You will learn to work with clients under the supervision of professional health staff. IHNA is offering this course with 2 days of classes weekly on campus at Perth CBD. Upon getting this qualification, you will be able to work as Pathology Assistant( Laboratory Aide), Pathology Collector (Visiting), Pathology Specimen Collector etc. For admission enquiries, please contact enquiry@ihna.edu.au or 1800 22 52 83.
Delivery location
This qualification equips students with practical skills in drawing blood, administering first aid, participating in workplace health and safety, implementing infection control and more. This qualification can be delivered in the workplace under a traineeship arrangement, and also in a classroom setting at the Osborne Park Training Centre. The course is designed to provide hands-on industry experience and focuses on promoting technical skills and effective communication techniques, preparing students for work in a variety of medical environments, including pathology collection centres, GP clinics, specialist rooms, hospitals, and other public and private health settings. Students are assessed on their performance in practical and written assessments; online learning modules; and a minimum of 20 live blood collections conducted in simulated and actual clinical work environments (work insurance cover is provided and paid for by LTT for the duration of work placement). Students must provide evidence of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (or a valid medical exemption form) to be permitted to complete work placement with most clinical providers in Australia, including LTT’s health industry partners. Work placement is a mandatory component of the HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection and as such, the qualification cannot be awarded to any student who has not completed the required hours. No prior qualifications are required to study this qualification, however basic to intermediate computer literacy is advantageous.
Delivery location
Marr Mooditj Training offers the HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection qualification. The qualification is delivered over 5 blocks of three weeks each of face-to-face classroom delivery and includes an 80-hour mandatory work placement. Marr Mooditj Training delivers this program due to workforce demand for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander phlebotomy workers. Our courses are delivered at our campus in Perth at 295 Manning Road, Waterford WA 6152. For all enquiries about applying to study this qualification please call 08 9351 9344. You can also find further information about this course on our website www.marrmooditj.com.au
Delivery location
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.