HLT37415 Certificate III in Pathology Assistance at Newcastle equip the skills and knowledge required to skillfully assist pathologists and laboratory staff in healthcare settings by enrolling for the HLT37415 Certificate III in Pathology Assistance.
It is a nationally accredited and recognised qualification, valid across Australia and deals with specimen collection, handling, and processing, infection control, and workplace safety.
This certification makes you eligible for work in hospitals, diagnostic labs, medical clinics or anywhere assistance with pathology procedures or sample management is required. Anyone who wishes to enter the healthcare industry can benefit from this cert 3 pathology assistance course in Newcastle. With hands-on training and practical experience, it can open multiple avenues for a successful career in pathology.
Course structure at Newcastle Campus
To successfully complete this pathology assistant certification, you need to complete a total of 14 units:
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 pathology assistance course will be delivered over a period of 26 weeks – learning, assessment and simulated practical activities.
Work placement
As part of this lab assistant course, you will need to complete 18 hours of workplace training and assessment. We will help you find a suitable placement to complete this requirement.
Career Opportunities
- Pathology Assistant – Support laboratory technicians and pathologists in handling and processing specimens.
- Specimen Collection Officer – Collect and prepare patient samples for laboratory testing.
- Laboratory Aide/Assistant – Assist with the daily operations and administrative tasks of medical and diagnostic laboratories.
- Medical Laboratory Assistant – Handle specimens, maintain laboratory equipment, and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Healthcare Support Worker – Provide assistance and patient support in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers.
Training Delivery and Assessment
We deliver our Pathology Assistant training in a blended format, combining face-to-face classroom sessions with self-paced study you can complete in your own time.
To participate, you will need access to a computer and a reliable internet connection to engage with the online learning modules.
Entry Requirements
This course requires a good understanding of written and verbal English, as well as basic maths skills (known as Language, Literacy and Numeracy – ‘LLN’). All students enrolling in the course must complete an LLN assessment.
To enrol in our Certificate III in Pathology Assistance in Newcastle, you must:
- Have completed at least Year 12 or equivalent
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Have a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI)
- Have a current and valid email address and phone number
- Provide a valid Photo ID
- Provide proof of residency (Birth Certificate, Passport, Medicare Card, or Citizenship Certificate)
- Provide an emergency contact
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Other requirements
Computer skills
As this qualification requires the use of computers for tasks such as conducting research, reading articles, accessing learning materials, watching videos, and downloading or uploading documents, we recommend that learners have basic computer skills to successfully engage with all course requirements.
Physical requirements
This qualification involves working in the pathology services industry, which requires:
- Spending long hours standing and moving
- Maintaining a high level of personal hygiene
- Monitoring clients’ health and hygiene
- The ability to follow policies and procedures
- Cultural sensitivity and the ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
- Patience, sincerity, and trustworthiness
Training Location
All training will be delivered at our Newcastle campus from Monday – Sunday – 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Address: 3/194 Maitland Road, Islington 2296
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 the HLT37415 Certificate III in Pathology Assistance at Newcastle campus does not lead directly to any postgraduate courses, graduates may choose to further their skills and knowledge within the health sector by pursuing qualifications such as:
- HLT41120 Certificate IV in Health Care
- HLT43021 Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
To learn more about the Certificate III in Pathology Assistance in Newcastle, contact us today.