Certificate III in Pathology Assistance

The nationally recognised Certificate III in Pathology Assistance can help you play an important role in the growing health and community services industry. Build essential skills to work as a pathology assistant, specimen reception staff member or biomedical laboratory assistant.

LEARN NEW SKILLS

Through a mix of theory and practical course work, learn to:

• Communicate and work effectively in health or community services
• Work with diverse people
• Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
• Receive, prepare and dispatch pathology specimens
• Participate in workplace health and safety

DEVELOP YOUR TALENT

Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:

• Follow routines and procedures
• Take responsibility for your own work under general supervision
• Combine communication, customer service and technical skills
• Use discretion and judgement to adapt and transfer your skills to different situations

ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS

Completing this course provides you with:

• A nationally accredited qualification at Certificate III level
• A strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities

Career opportunities:

• Pathology assistant
• Specimen reception staff member
• Biomedical laboratory assistant

GROW YOUR CAREER

Take your career further with the:

• Certificate III in Pathology Collection
• Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
• Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology)