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    Certificate III In Pathology Collection | HLT37215

    • Pathology
    • Bendigo City Campus
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    Course Snapshot

    Campus
    Code

    HLT37215
    Length

    6 months
    Days

    3 days a week - Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9.00am-3.30pm
    Delivery Mode

    Blended - Internal and External
    Start Date

    22/07/2025
    End Date

    31/03/2026

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    Certificate III in Pathology Collection - Bendigo TAFE

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    If your passion lies in playing a vital role in the health care system, collecting blood and other specimens, then our Certificate III in Pathology Collection (HLT37215) course is the ideal choice for you.

    We understand how important the world of Pathology is. That's why we have excellent teachers and facilities to guide you in the practice of pathology.

    Our nationally accredited Certificate III in Pathology Collection (HLT37215) course provides training in areas including phlebotomy, infection control, ECG, work health and safety, customer service, work organisation and medical terminology.

    Offered as day classes, and running for 23 weeks (this includes 1-2 weeks placement), the Certificate III in Pathology Collection (HLT37215) is the entry-level qualification to work as a Pathology Collector.

    You will acquire the essential techniques, skills and knowledge including:

    • Sample and blood collection and testing
    • Medical terminology
    • Basic anatomy and physiology
    • Legal and ethical requirements
    • Standard operating procedures

    Pathology is a wonderful career with many options for advancement and qualified Pathology Collectors are highly sought after in both public and private pathology collection environments.

    Placement is a mandatory part of the course (35 hours) and this is organised by Bendigo TAFE.

     

    How will I be assessed?

    • Demonstration
    • Case Study
    • Role Play
    • Field Work
    • Assignment
    • Problem solving scenarios
    • Questioning
    • Knowledge Test

    What will I study?

    Please refer to the units below the Course Modules section.

    Additional Comments

    We have adapted our course delivery to now encompass a combination of online/face-to-face practical assessment. This includes easy to navigate online tutorials, video conferencing (classroom simulation) as well as face-to-face practical assessments and work placements - where safe and practical to implement. Therefore, you will require access to the internet and a computer to undertake this course.

    Course Modules

    Module Code Module Title Nominal Hours Scope
    BSBCUS201 Deliver a service to customers (BSBCUS201) 40 Core
    BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately (BSBMED301) 60 Core
    CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005) 30 Core
    CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001) 40 Core
    HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control (HLTINF006) 35 Core
    HLTPAT001 Identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection (HLTPAT001) 35 Core
    HLTPAT002 Perform venous blood collections (HLTPAT002) 100 Core
    HLTPAT004 Collect pathology specimens other than blood (HLTPAT004) 45 Core
    HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety (HLTWHS001) 20 Core
    CHCCCS027 Visit client residence (CHCCCS027) 50 Elective
    HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems (HLTAAP001) 70 Elective
    HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) 18 Elective
    HLTCAR001 Perform electrocardiography (ECG) (HLTCAR001) 90 Elective
    HLTPAT006 Receive, prepare and dispatch pathology specimens (HLTPAT006) 15 Elective

    Placement Details

    Practical Placement is a mandatory component of this course. Bendigo TAFE will make efforts to secure an appropriate placement.

    Before you can start your practical placement, you will need to provide the following compulsory requirements:

      A valid Working with Children Check (Volunteer)
      A satisfactory National Police Check - National Police checks are conducted via fit2work. An account with fit2work will be created using the students name and the Bendigo TAFE issued student email address, once studies in the program have commenced. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed.
      An up to date immunisation/vaccination record as per course requirements

     

    Placement Duration

    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 Dates
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    Campus Location Start Date(s) End Date(s) Days and Time

    Bendigo City Campus

    22/07/2025

    31/03/2026

    3 days a week - Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9.00am-3.30pm
    Career Opportunities
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    Career Opportunities

    Employment Opportunities

    • Pathology Collector
    • Allied Health Assistant
    Fees

    Training is delivered with Victorian & Commonwealth Government funding.

    Some or all of this training is provided with State or Federal Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!

    You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!

     To you check your eligibility click here.

     The fees listed below relate to 2025 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.

     Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
    Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.

    Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).

    Tuition Fees

    Enrolment type Government Subsidised Indicative total tuition fee# Concession Indicative total tuition fee# Full Fee Indicative total tuition fee#
    Standard $3254.94 $650.99 $5989.36

    Other Fees

    Enrolment Type Average course material fees Average course consumable fees
    Standard $127.4 $811.2

    #The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

    * Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.

    Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.

    Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply.

    Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee and non-tuition fees (table 1) and any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).

    Student Contact Hours

    Total hours^ Indicative hours* Government Subsidised $/SCH Indigenous Concession $/SCH Full Fee Indicative total tuition fee $/SCH
    648 648 $5.02 $1 $9.24

    ^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.

    *This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2025. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.

    For more information about our fees structure, click here.

    Entry Requirements
    Can I Apply?

    Please note: this course includes blood collection and students are required to have immunisation against hepatitis B and a current flu vaccination. Vaccinations must commence once you have been accepted into the course.

    • Flu vaccination
    • Immunisation against hepatitis B
    • Current Police Check and WWCC
    • Covid vaccination - Minimum three doses
    • You will be assessed to ensure that you have the satisfactory language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) and the communication skills to undertake the course.
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    How Will I Be Selected?

    You will be asked to attend an information session (face to face at the Bendigo campus) and complete the literacy & numeracy test.

    How Do I Apply?

    • Click on the 'Apply Now' button to start.  Fill in the preliminary application form and we will contact you via email or phone to progress your enrolment.

     

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