The Certificate III in Pathology Collection equips individuals with the skills to collect blood and other specimens for testing in medical settings. The course covers areas such as infection control, specimen collection techniques, and communication with patients. Graduates are prepared for roles such as Pathology Collector or Phlebotomist, working in laboratories, hospitals, and healthcare centres to support diagnostic testing.

• Flexible Learning:Online theory classes with on-campus simulation workshops.
• Assured Placement: Gain hands-on experience with professional placements.
• Monthly Intakes: Enrol anytime with flexible start dates.
• Comprehensive Student Support:24/7 access to resources, personalised guidance, and career support.
• Industry Connections:Network with healthcare leaders and gain real-world exposure.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities:Train with the latest equipment in modern learning environments.

14 units are required for award of this qualification including:

• 9 core units
• 5 elective units

CORE UNITS

ELECTIVES

Course Start Dates

With the Certificate III in Pathology Collection in hand, you’ll be able to work professionally as a:

• Pathology Specimen Collector
• Pathology Specimen Administrative

Career pathway

• Certificate III in Laboratory Skills.
• Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
• Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology)

(Blended: online real time theory tutorials with on campus skills training in a simulation environment)

20 contact hours will be delivered through synchronised online learning which includes on- campus simulation based training and Professional experience placement.

Besides the above structured learning, students are advised that they will be required to do approximate 10 hours per week of unstructured self-learning.

The delivery mode is subject to your eligibility to access state funding requirements and other conditions, please contact our admissions consultants to know more.

(For WA funding requirement only)

Students are expected to attend classes for a minimum of 2 days each week. For full-time studies, students must participate in at least 20 scheduled course contact hours weekly. This includes on-campus simulation-based assessments, which are a requirement of Western Australia’s Department of Training and Workforce Development.

Professional Experience Placement (PEP) is an essential component of some of the units of this qualification. IHNA Guarantees Professional Experience Placement for all its student studying Certificate III in Pathology Collection. Students will commence the 35 hours of placement (PEP) upon completing all theory assessments including simulation-based assessments (SBA). During the PEP, students will apply the required essential knowledge and skills to demonstrate competency for each unit of this qualification.

Each student will work in pairs with a buddy staff member under the supervision of the workplace supervisor at the PEP facility.

An IHNA trainer and assessor will monitor the student’s progress during the PEP. All PEPs are arranged by IHNA. Students may arrange PEP by themselves if preferred, as agreed with and in consultation with, the course coordinator.

There are no mandatory entry requirements for this course; however, following IHNA admission criteria will be applicable:

IHNA Admission Requirements

• 18 years of age and above at the time of commencement of the course*
• Successful completion of an Australian Year 10 qualification or equivalent
• In addition to meeting the educational requirements applicants must demonstrate their competence in literacy and numeracy levels in an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) at exit Level 3 and participate in a pre-training review when enrolling into the course.

^*Mature age students (22+) will also be considered without the minimum education requirements. Each case will be reviewed individually to ascertain the capacity of the student to meet course requirements.

Note: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are encouraged to apply.

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND)

All IHNA students must complete the Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND) assessment to ensure that students meet the necessary requirements for successfully undertaking the course. IHNA administers the LLND test to evaluate each student’s suitability.

Digital Literacy

• Students should possess basic computer skills covering the most common usages of a computer, including managing computer files, word processing, using spreadsheets and databases; creating presentations; finding information and communicating using computers; and being aware of social and ethical implications of Internet use.
• Students should be in possession of their own laptops to facilitate the training and assessment.

Professional Experience Placement (PEP) Requirements

• A National Police Clearance or Australian Federal Police (AFP) Clearance certificate
• Immunisation prior to undertaking Professional Experience Placement (PEP) in healthcare facilities
• Declaration of having a disability, disorder, or on any medication that will need reasonable adjustments to fulfil these requirements
• Working with Children Check (WWCC): Students may have the opportunity to work with patients under the age of 18. Before students are allowed to contact with minors, students need to obtain a WWCC check.

Our approach is to collect evidence on whether the student can perform to the standards of the workplace. This is based on the relevant unit of competency, and you’ll find these tools being used:

• Theory Assessments (TA)
• Knowledge Based Assessments (KBA)
• Simulation Based Assessments (SBA)
• Professional Experience Placement (PEP)

With RPL we assess your competency based on formal, non-formal, informal learning or direct work experience based on the required skills of the course.

We use CT where you’ve completed units of study at another TAFE College or Registered Training Organisation that meet the requirements of another course. We grant credit according to the Certification, Issuing, and Recognition of Qualifications and Statements of Attainment. Assessing a CT is free.

If you’re eligible for RPL or CT you may be able to complete the course in a shorter duration with reduction to total course fees. Check your eligibility with us.

What is a L – Portfolio?

L – Portfolio is a collection of work, skills and interests (evidence) in an electronic format that showcases learning and experience over time.

When you think about your L-Portfolio and the types of evidence that it contains, it is important to think carefully about its purpose and intended audience.

Your L-Portfolio may contain all or some of the following:

• Files of various formats (text, pictures, video, etc.)
• Evidence related to courses taken, programs of study, etc.
• Writing samples (which might include several drafts to show development and improvement)
• Projects prepared for class or extracurricular activities
• Evidence of creativity and performance
• Evidence of extracurricular or co-curricular activities, including examples of leadership
• Evaluations, analysis and recommendations

Uses of L-Portfolio

Recognition of Prior Learning application:

Our RPL tool is in the form of an L-Portfolio, and allows students to put on record all their life experiences, interests and skills. Not only will their academic achievement be listed out, but also any life experiences that could potentially be taken into account for extra credit as Recognition of Prior Learning. For instance, an individual who has taken care of his or her bedridden parent has already gained valuable caregiver experience, which could be chalked up against practical expertise and added to their resume.

This L-Portfolio could be sent to employers when applying for work, to universities while applying for extra credits through RPL, or in any other ways to market their expertise.

Showcase/Professional L Portfolios

These L-Portfolios are used as a way to demonstrate (showcase) the highlights of a student’s academic and professional career.

Learning Portfolios

These portfolios are typically created by a student as part of a course as a way to demonstrate learning and the learning process. These portfolios are often shared with other students to elicit peer feedback. Learning portfolios support the idea of formative feedback as an essential part of the learning process.

1. Application: Submit your online application by clicking “Enrol Now” on the top right corner of the course page.
2. Interview: Once you’ve met IHNA’s eligibility criteria you will be contacted for an interview with an admissions consultant
3. Offer Letter: If you’re successful with the interview you will be offered a place for the course as per the availability of each intake.
4. Enrolment Fee: After signing the offer acceptance an invoice will be issued for the course. You may be eligible for government funding, so please call our team to know more.
5. Confirmation of Admission: We will issue a conformation of admission once the enrolment fee has been received.

Call us on 1800 22 52 83 for any questions regarding your application.

• How long it will take to complete this course?
  

  The course will take 6-12 months to complete depending on you finishing your classes/ assessments on time and completing the placement.

• How the classes are delivered? Is it online? Is there any flexibility attending class?
  

  Yes, all the theory classes are delivered online,The first 5 units SBA’s are online as well, then 9 units SBA’s will be delivered in campus.

• Can I complete the course fully online? 
  

  No, it is blended.

• Is there any pre-recorded session?
  

  Yes, it’s available.

• Is there any problem, if I missed 01 – 02-hour session?
  

  It is not encouraged on a regular basis, as your attendance will be affected and you will not be marked for the unit.

• What is the reason for offering the SBA (Simulation based assessment) online? Are there any distinctions between online and on-campus versions of the SBA?
  

  The initial 5 units, including KBA and TA, are delivered online, followed by 9 units of theoretical study online, and the SBA is then carried out in a simulated environment, as specified in the training package. This means that skills must be exhibited in a workplace setting, supplemented by simulations and scenarios where the complete range of circumstances and situations may not have been provided in the actual workplace.

• Who are the people who attend the Simulation Based Assessment sessions?
  

  The teachers and students.

• Do we have recorded lectures, and can full-fee-paying students access them in order to reach SBA faster than funding students?
  

  Yes, we have recorded sessions, which are available on the Microsoft Teams page, where our students take classes online. Full fees paying students can fast track the course, while those students availing government funding must meet all the requirements given by the relevant funding bodies.Full-fee paying students can see recordings and complete their Knowledge Based Assessments and Theory assessments faster, but the Simulation Based Assessment requires an educator, so we don’t do these for one student at a time, SBA’s are re done in group of 5 to 8 students so that all students in the group can learn together by supporting each other with the support of an educator.

• Will theory classes be held during simulation?
  

  There are no theory lectures, but we do go through theory assessments as well as SBA; most of our SBAs are only about 2 hours long, so there is no need for a break

• How frequently do we send students for clinical placement, and what is the time gap between class sessions and sending students for placements?
  

  Once course is completed, IHNA organise placement and students go for 1 week of clinical placements.

• What are the assessments, how many assessments are there, and how difficult are they?
  

  KBA – Knowledge based assessments, which are multiple choice assessments.
  TA – Theory assessment – which are short answers for students to complete.
  SBA – Simulation based assessments. – role plays and skills training required to work as a pathologists.

• What is the duration for assessment marking?
  

  Assessments are marked daily, by IHNA trainers and educators. This will help students to fast track the course.

• Does each campus in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth have the same clinical placement or simulation-based assessment facilities?
  

  Yes, each of the three IHNA campuses has an industry class simulated lab with all of the necessary equipment to study Certificate III Pathology collection. Our trainers have industry experience and can provide you with all the assistance you need to complete this course at your plan.

• How long does it take to get the result, what happens after the results are published, and how long does it take to issue a certificate?
  

  Once the placement is completed and the student has completed all required documents and assessments, IHNA will award the certificates within 4 weeks.