HLT37215 – Certificate III in
Pathology Collection

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

Unit code	Unit Name
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people
HLTAAP001	Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCOM005	Communicate and work in health or community services
HLTWHS001	Participate in workplace health and safety
HLTINF006	Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
BSBMED301	Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
HLTAID011	Provide first aid
BSBCUS201	Deliver a service to customers
HLTPAT001	Identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection
HLTPAT002	Perform venous blood collections
HLTPAT004	Collect pathology specimens other than blood
HLTPAT006	Receive, prepare and dispatch pathology specimens
HLTCAR001	Perform electrocardiography (ECG)
CHCCCS027	Visit client residence

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

• Pathology Specimen Collector
• Pathology Specimen Administrative
• Pathology Specimen Lab Assistant

Career pathway

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

The total tuition cost for international students for the HLT37215 – Certificate III in Pathology Collection is: AUD $8,000

*Speak to our team to know about current scholarships.

To know more about the IHNA Fees & Charges, click here.

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• Perth
• Sydney
• Heidelberg
• Melbourne
• Brisbane

FACE TO FACE ON-CAMPUS:

Students are required to attend 20 contact hours per week physically at the campus and professional experience placements.

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.

Note: Where a student breaches the PEP requirements as stated in the Entry Requirements, they could be excluded from their PEP. IHNA will not be responsible for any such exclusion.

IHNA Admission Requirements

General Admission Criteria:

• Successful completion of Australian Year 10 or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years or older at the start of the course.
• Pass the Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) test at ACSF level 3.
• English proficiency requirements: (Any one from the below)
  • IELTS (Academic) – 6.0 overall or equivalent ^*
    

    ^*Students are required to meet the Department of Home Affairs English language requirements for student visa applications, which may differ from the above course entry requirements. For more information:- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language

To learn more about Exceptions to English Language Proficiency Test requirements, click here

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:

• Basic computer skills including file management, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, information retrieval, and understanding the social and ethical implications of Internet use.

Professional Experience Placement (PEP) Requirements:

• Satisfactory National Police Clearance (NCC) or Australian Federal Police (AFP) Clearance certificate.
• Required immunisations.
• Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Disability Declaration:

• Students must declare any disability or disorder, or if they are on any medication that may require adjustments.
  

  Note: Breaching the above requirements may result in exclusion from practical placements, affecting course completion.

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 skills based on formal, non-formal, informal learning, or direct work experience that matches the course requirements.

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

If you are eligible for RPL or CT, you may be able to finish the course faster and reduce the 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.

• Can I study at my own time?
  

  Yes you can study at your own time, however you must attend all online Theory sessions and either Online or In class for all SBA’s, Wednesdays is used for self study day, although there is a educator online when needed.

• Do I need to visit campus for any session? 
  

  Yes, students must visit our campus to complete simulation Based Training, for us to transfer the skills training, because as phlebotomist you need to know how to perform venous blood collection

• How many days I must visit campus for SBA? 
  

  There is 9 units that SBA (Simulation Based Assessments) is done in class and there are 15 live bleeds to be completed. (Students themselves will undergo in the presence of a trainer, live blood collection in a simulation environment).Usually 1 day a week will be the In class SBA’s you can attend more days when we are doing the live bleeds, this is up to each student

• Is there any flexibility in attending SBA? 
  

  IHNA’s on campus simulations will give you enough experience on the duties you are required to perform in your role as phlebotomist. So it’s encouraged to make use of our high simulated labs and training sessions.NO flexibility all SBA’s need to be attended to complete each unit

• How long it will take to complete the professional placement? 
  

  IHNA’s national placement cell will happily help you to find a suitable placement for you, in a registered pathology collection centre. 1 week or 35 hours of professional experience placement is included in the course delivery.

• Are the SBA and PEP (Professional Experience Placement) mandatory? 
  

  Yes. It’s mandatory.

• How many days I must attend class? Is there any flexibility in 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 class

• How long it will take to get the certificate? 
  

  After submitting the practical placement book, certificate will be issued within 30 working days.As long as all assessments and documentation is completed eg: Police check, Working with children check and your Immunisation form.

• Can I get RPL or credit transfer?
  

  Yes, Credit transfer and RPL is available for eligible students. Please get in touch with our team.

• Can I complete the course fully online? 
  

  No, it is blended.

• Is there any pre-recorded session? 
  

  Yes, it’s available.

• Is it mandatory to attend full day class? 
  

  Most classes are not full days, our educators will ensure all students get the full delivery of the unit and any questions and answers are completed then the Educator may decide to finish up and allow students to do self study, Although the educator will be online from the time period for any further questions if needed.

• 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

• Classes are either
  

  Monday, Tuesday and half day Wednesday or Thursday, Friday and half day Wednesday – depending on which intakes.
  Times are – 11am to 7pm for Vic and NSW and WA will be 2 hours behind in winter 9-5 and 3 hrs behind in summer – 8-4

• Campuses
  

  Melbourne – Heidelberg and CBD
  WA – CBD
  NSW – CBD