Laboratory Science

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    Laboratory Technology courses

    Do you have a genuine interest in science and a curiosity for how things work? Laboratory technology courses at TAFE NSW could be the perfect place to...

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    • Certificate IVLaboratory Techniques

      MSL40122-01

      Launch your laboratory operations career with the skills you need to become a technical assistant or laboratory technician. Learn to perform basic pathology, chemistry and food tests and procedures as you work safely in a laboratory environment.

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    • DiplomaLaboratory Technology (Food)

      MSL50122-04

      Combine your passion for food with your interest in laboratory operations as you launch into the exciting world of food science. Gain the specialist skills to handle and analyse food samples using a range of testing equipment and report the results.

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    • DiplomaLaboratory Technology (Pathology)

      MSL50122-03

      Embark on a rewarding career in medical diagnostics as a laboratory technical officer or technical assistant and make a real difference in patients’ lives. Gain an understanding of how disease states in the body are diagnosed and treated.

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    • DiplomaLaboratory Technology (Chemistry)

      MSL50122-02

      Further your career in the laboratory operations industry as a qualified laboratory technical officer or technician. Develop the skills and knowledge to work safely in a laboratory environment and perform a variety of analytical chemistry lab tasks.

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    Laboratory technology course information

    It’s easy to balance work and study with a TAFE NSW laboratory technology course.

    • Face-to-face courses at TAFE NSW are immersive and interactive, and you can choose between full-time or part-time for certifica...
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    Who is a laboratory technology course good for?

    People who would thrive in laboratory technology courses have a genuine curiosity about the world around them. If you're the type of person who finds joy in questioning how things work, studying a laboratory te...

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    Laboratory technology career paths

    Investing your time and energy into an laboratory technology course provides you with several great career options to choose from:

    • As a laboratory technician, you'll conducts tests, experiments and analyses on...
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    Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

    How do I enrol?

    At TAFE NSW you can apply or enrol to do a course.

    If your course has no entry requirements, you can enrol directly. If there are entry requirements, you will need to apply to be accepted for a position in the course.

    1. Go to the TAFE NSW website to view the course you are interested in
    2. Check if there are any entry requirements, as you may be asked to supply additional information
    3. Select a course location to progress your enrolment
    4. Follow the prompts to complete
    5. You will receive an email confirming your enrolment or application status

    If you need further assistance with your enrolment, contact TAFE NSW Student Services on 131 601 between 8.30am-5pm Monday to Friday.

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