The HLT37415 Certificate III in Pathology Assistance equips students with the skills and knowledge to support pathologists and laboratory staff in healthcare settings.
This nationally recognized qualification covers specimen collection, handling, and processing, infection control, and workplace safety.
Qualified students can work in hospitals, diagnostic labs, and medical clinics, assisting with pathology procedures and ensuring efficient sample management. Ideal for those looking to enter the healthcare industry, this course provides hands-on training and practical experience to prepare for a rewarding career in pathology assistance.
Course structure
This qualification requires a total of 14 units of competency to be achieved:
Core Units
- 1. CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
- 2. CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- 3. HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
- 4. HLTPAT006 Receive, prepare and dispatch pathology specimens
- 5. HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
- 6. BSBCUS201 Deliver a service to customers
- 7. BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
- 8. BSBWOR204 Use business technology
Elective Units
- 9. MSL922001A Record and present data
- 10. MSL933005 Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose
- 11. MSL93304A Perform calibration checks on equipment and assist with its maintenance
- 12. HLTAAP001 Recognise health body systems
- 13. HLTPAT004 Collect pathology specimens other than blood
- 14. HLTAID011 Provide first aid
Course Duration
This qualification will be delivered over a period of 26 weeks including all learning, simulated practical activities, and assessment activities.
Work placement
This course has a requirement of 18 hours of workplace training and assessment. NK Training Centre will assist you in finding a suitable workplace for this experience.
Career Opportunities
- Pathology Assistant – Supporting lab technicians and pathologists in handling and processing specimens.
- Specimen Collection Officer – Collecting and preparing patient samples for testing.
- Laboratory Aide/Assistant – Assisting in the daily operations of medical and diagnostic laboratories.
- Medical Laboratory Assistant – Handling specimens, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Healthcare Support Worker – Providing assistance in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers.
Training Delivery and Assessment
This course is delivered in a blended mode including face-to-face classroom-based learning, and self-study done in your own time.
You will require a computer and an internet connection to be able to access the learning modules.
Entry Requirements
This course requires you to have a good understanding of written and verbal English and maths (known as language, literacy and numeracy ‘LLN’). All students who enrol in a course are required to undertake an LLN assessment.
To enrol the prospective learner must:
- Have completed at least Year 12 or equivalent.
- Be 18 years of age or over
- Have a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) number
- Have a valid and current email address and phone number
- Have a valid Photo ID
- provide Proof of Residency (Birth Certificate/Passport/Medicare Card or Citizenship Certificate)
- Emergency contact
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Other requirements
Computer skills
As this qualification involves accessing computers for research, reading articles, accessing learning materials, watching learning videos, downloading and uploading documents, we recommend learners have the basic computer skills to engage with all requirements.
Physical requirements
This qualification requires working within a pathology services industry which involves:
- Working long hours standing and moving
- Maintain high level of personal hygiene
- Monitoring client’s health and hygiene
- The ability to adhere to policy and processes
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to communicate with people from different backgrounds
- Patience, sincerity and trustworthiness
Training Location
All training will be delivered at our campus from Monday – Sunday – 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Address: 43 Hunter St, Parramatta NSW 2150
Certification
On successful completion of this qualification, you will be awarded a Nationally Recognised AQF Certificate for HLT37415 Certificate III in Pathology Assistance
Further study pathways
Although HLT37415 Certificate III in Pathology Assistance does not have any post-graduate courses, graduates may pursue other qualifications such as HLT41120 Certificate IV in Health Care or HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance to further develop their skills and knowledge within the Health Sector.