Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Pathology Collection
Certificate III in Pathology Collection
HLT37215
AWJ9
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 01/07/2023 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 01/03/2023 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 08/04/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/08/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of pathology collectors. Workers in this role follow known routines and procedures, taking responsibility for their own work under general supervision. They combine communication, customer service and technical skills, and use discretion and judgment to adapt and transfer their skills to different situations.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 35 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fourteen (14)- nine (9) core units
- five (5) elective units, consisting of:
- at least two (2) units from the electives listed below
- up to three (3) units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEI66 | HLTINF006 | Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVA01 | HLTPAT004 | Collect pathology specimens other than blood | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AVC29 | CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUK74 | BSBCUS201 | Deliver a service to customers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVA04 | HLTPAT001 | Identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AUK35 | BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG738 | HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVA03 | HLTPAT002 | Perform venous blood collections | 200 | Unit of competency |
| AVC09 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVA00 | HLTPAT005 | Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AVA39 | HLTHPS004 | Measure spirometry | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVA02 | HLTPAT003 | Perform capillary blood collections | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVA49 | HLTCAR001 | Perform electrocardiography (ECG) | 90 | Unit of competency |
| AVA48 | HLTCAR002 | Perform holter monitoring | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OCD30 | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | Unit of competency |
| AUZ99 | HLTPAT006 | Receive, prepare and dispatch pathology specimens | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVB19 | HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AVA41 | HLTHPS002 | Support health professional in the delivery of care | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AVA42 | HLTHPS001 | Take clinical measurements | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVC50 | CHCCCS027 | Visit client residence | 60 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J066 | HLT32612 | Certificate III in Pathology | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTS1 | HLT37525 | Certificate III in Pathology | Qualification |
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