Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Chemistry)

The nationally accredited Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Chemistry) gives you skills to conduct a range of scientific tests as a qualified laboratory technician, unsupervised. Solve complex problems for industries including healthcare, food safety and pathology and contribute to vital research.

LEARN NEW SKILLS

Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:

• Process and interpret data
• Use laboratory application software
• Analyse data and report results
• Maintain and calibrate instruments and equipment
• Monitor the quality of test results and data

DEVELOP YOUR TALENT

Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:

• An honest and reliable nature for confidential and time sensitive tasks
• Self-motivation
• High attention to detail
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Complex problem solving skills
• Strong communication

ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS

Completing this course provides you with:

• Experience working in a real laboratory on key chemistry lab tasks
• Industry networks and connections
• The skills to practise unsupervised as a qualified laboratory technician
• A nationally recognised qualification at Diploma level

Career opportunities:

• Technical officer - pathology
• Biotechnology technical officer
• Laboratory technical officer
• Forensic science technician
• Calibration technician
• Manufacturing testing technical officer
• Food laboratory technical officer
• Mineral assay technical officer

GROW YOUR CAREER

Take your career further with the:

• Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology)
• Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Food)