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Diploma of Pathology

Institute of Science Management and Technology

Parramatta, Australia
0.58 years
English
Hybrid
Diploma

About the program

Training for pathology collectors.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop practical skills in certificate iii in pathology
Apply relevant procedures to workplace-style tasks
And demonstrate safe
Effective professional communication.

Career outcomes

Specimen collection officer
Pathology collector

Curriculum

36-week course of 14 units (9 core
5 elective) with mandatory work placement of at least 35 hours. Core units cover communication
Working with diverse people
Infection control
Pathology collection procedures
Workplace health and safety
Customer service and medical terminology.

Entry requirements

Academic

Aged 18 or over at course start
Australian Year 11 or equivalent
Or a Certificate III or higher from an Australian institution
English IELTS 6.0 overall (no band below 5.5) or equivalent
Or a Certificate IV or higher from an Australian institution
Basic digital literacy
Able to train in a simulated workplace including manual handling
Possible LLN test and/or pre-enrolment interview.

Accepted academic background

Aged 18 or over at course start, Completed Australian Year 11 or equivalent, Or a Certificate III or higher qualification with an Australian institution (Certificate IV in Automotive Electrical Technology instead requires an automotive mechanical Certificate III or equivalent competency), Possible LLN test and pre-enrolment interview, Basic digital literacy, Able to take part in simulated workplace training including manual handling, Some placement courses need a National Police Check (and Working with Children Check) at the student's cost before placement.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 60
PTE Academic 50
Cambridge 169
Duolingo 95

Documents you’ll need

Passport or Government Photo ID
Academic Transcripts and Qualification Certificates
English Proficiency Results (where applicable)
Health or Vaccination Documents (when required for clinical placement).

How to apply

Review the entry requirements for Certificate III in Pathology at Institute of Science Management and Technology. Prepare your academic qualifications and the supporting documents specified for this program. Submit your application through the institution's admissions process. Provide language evidence and pay an application fee if required. Await the admissions decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$12,800 AUD
Application fee	$100 AUD
Deposit	$1,000 AUD

Program details

Campus	Parramatta
Faculty or school	Health
Department	Pathology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	28
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	_

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.58 years.