Start Date: 13 July 2021

Duration: Full time - 23 weeks

Campus: Moonee Ponds

A current police and working with children check is required. It is also recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course, along with basic computer skills or are of mature age.Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3

You must be over the age of 18 to undertake this course. 

Please note: this course includes blood collection and students are required to have immunisation against hepatitis B. Vaccinations MUST COMMENCE ONCE YOU HAVE BEEN ACCEPTED into the course.

If your passion lies in playing a vital role in the health care system, collecting blood and other specimens, then our Certificate III in Pathology Collection course is the ideal choice for you.

We understand how important the world of Pathology is. That’s why we have the best teachers and facilities to guide you in the practice of pathology.

Our nationally accredited Certificate III in Pathology Collection course provides training in areas including phlebotomy, infection control, ECG, work health and safety, customer service, work organisation and medical terminology.

Offered as day classes, and running for 23 weeks (this includes 1-2 weeks placement), the Certificate III in Pathology Collection is the entry-level qualification to work as a Pathology Collector. 

You will acquire the essential techniques, skills and knowledge including:

Pathology is a wonderful career with many options for advancement and qualified Pathology Collectors are highly sought after in both public and private pathology collection environments.

There’s more good news too! You’ll be studying your pathology course at our Moonee Ponds campus, incorporating state-of-the-art training rooms, equipment and facilities for health as well as nursing, aged care, integrated health and disability areas of study. The campus is perfectly located, close to public transport and shopping precincts.

Our course experts will be more than happy to answer any questions you have.

Before you can start your practical placement, you will need to provide the following compulsory requirements:

•       A valid Working with Children Check (Volunteer)

•       A satisfactory National Police Check – National Police checks are conducted via fit2work. An account with fit2work will be created using the student’s name and the Kangan Institute issued student email address, once studies in the program have commenced. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed.

•       An up to date immunisation/vaccination record as per course requirements

Our course delivery features a combination of on-campus and remote (online) learning. This flexibility allows our students to continue to study in a safe, guided and supported manner.

You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will be conducted. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be provided with this information.

As part of the scholarship program fees will be covered, however the amount/s may vary depending on the criteria set out in the terms and conditions. If you were enrolling in this course outside of the scholarship program the fees are indicative below and will vary depending on the units you select and your eligibility.

Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2) and non-tuition fees such as student support fees (table 3).

Employment opportunities include: working in hospitals, pathology collection clinics, home visiting and general practice medical clinics.

You will gain skills in pathology collection techniques, phlebotomy, infection control, customer service and work organisation.

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate III In Pathology Collection (HLT37215). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.

Graduates may apply for further studies in nursing.