Develop the skills to collect blood and other pathology specimens.
Learn to draw blood and collect other pathology specimens including ECG’s and all skills and knowledge required to work as a pathology specimen collector.
As a pathology collector, you could work in a range of fascinating roles in a hospital or collection centre. You may also travel to the homes of patients who need this vital service.

Duration

Up to 6 months Full Time or Part Time equivalent

Employment Outcomes

It should be noted that this qualification does not cover collection of a range of specimens for specialised testing, collection of arterial blood gases or team leadership and training.

Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

Qualifications & Skills Covered

Certificate III in Pathology Collection (HLT37215)
This course covers communication, working with diverse people, infection prevention and control, clinical risk, blood collection, specimen collection other than blood, workplace safety, customer service and medical terminology. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 9 core units and 5 elective units plus you must have completed at least 35 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.

Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

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