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Course information
Type
CombinationA mix of on campus, virtual, online and workplace training.
Focus
Trade Pathways for Experienced WorkersCourse specialisation
Duration
1 year 6 monthsTime required to complete this course.
Start date
20 Apr 2026First day of attendance online or on campus.
End date
30 Apr 2027Final day of attendance online or on campus.
- Our Trade Pathway Program recognises the skills of experienced workers and provides Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Eligibility and entry criteria applies.Trade Pathway Program
Class details
Location
Proposed timetable
Mon evening, Tue eveningThe proposed timetable is a draft and will be confirmed by your teacher
Class time
6 hoursDedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
Additional study time
3 hoursThe minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
Application required
Some courses have entry requirements you need to meet before you can enrol. Our course information outlines what these requirements are and how you can apply.
Course fees
$0 to $9,850This is course may be available at a reduced cost. See fee types for eligibility criteria.
Reduced fee options
This training is subsidised by the NSW government. Eligibility criteria apply.
Additional information
Other things to know
Assessments
Assessments let you show what you've learned and check what you may need to work on.
Knowledge assessments: short answer, extended response, research tasks, multiple-choice questions
Skills assessments: projects, case studies
Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation
Simulated workplace projects: scenario-based problem solving
Work placement
Work placement gives you real experience and develops your skills.
Work placement opportunities, if any, will be confirmed with your teacher.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
Laboratory coat at an estimated cost of $22 Safety goggles at an estimated cost of $10 Scientific calculator at an estimated cost of $22
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To qualify for the Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers program, you must:
Be 21 years or older at the time of enrolment as shown by your photo ID
Have at least 3 years of work experience in your trade including 12 months in Australia
Be currently working in the construction industry or have worked in it within the last 5 years
Not be a registered apprentice or trainee. If your apprenticeship was cancelled it must have ended more than 6 months ago
Not be in Smart and Skilled training and complete 3 units of competency through recognition of prior learning
Live or work in NSW.
Skilled migrant workers may be eligible, see our frequently asked questions for more information.
Units
Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Laboratory Skills qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 13 units of competency, including 5 core and 8 speciality units.
Core units - 5
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Participate in laboratory or field workplace safetyMSL943004
Apply communication skillsBSBCMM211
Plan and conduct laboratory/field workMSL913004
Record and present dataMSL922002
Course delivery
Combination study
Learn through a combination of on-campus classroom, virtual classroom, online, and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled face-to-face or virtual classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.
Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
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Campus facilities
Local street parking
Bike racks
Library
Canteen
Vending machines
Accessibility and inclusion
Cultural space
Parenting room
All gender toilet
Accessible toilet
Aboriginal learner support centre
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Tue|8am - 6pm
Wed|8am - 6pm
Thu|8am - 6pm
Fri|8am - 6pm
Sat|Closed
Sun|Closed