Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology)

• Understand disease states in the body and how they are diagnosed and treated

• Identify different types of bacteria and choose the appropriate antibiotics for treatment

• Use up-to-date laboratory machinery and equipment, including microscopes

• Collect and prepare tissue samples for analysis to detect cancers

• Follow work, health and safety procedures, including disposing of infectious waste and contaminated samples

• Analyse blood samples for disease states and genetic abnormalities

• A nationally accredited diploma

• Extensive practical experience working in a laboratory environment

• The confidence and specialist skills to work independently and as part of a team to perform a variety of pathology tests and procedures

• The skills to work safely and independently as a qualified laboratory technician

• Extensive knowledge of disease states in patients and how they are treated

• This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.

• Completion of the Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques as evidenced by a copy of your transcript or certificate, or

• Completion of a Certificate IV or higher in a relevant science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) discipline, as evidenced by your transcript or certificate, or

• You have technical laboratory skills, knowledge and employment experience as evidenced by a resume highlighting your experience in the area

• Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 12 high school level

Note:

• TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test. This helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.