Pathology Collection

The Certificate III in Pathology Collection qualification reflects the role of pathology collectors. Workers in this role work independently and as part of a team, contributing to processes and procedures, taking responsibility for their own work. They possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a balanced application of customer service and technical skills, using discretion and judgment to adapt and transfer their skills to different situations.

Graduates of the Certificate III in Pathology Collection qualifies individuals to work as a Phlebotomist or Pathology Collector in the health sector. This qualification offers a direct entry pathway into Diploma level programs in Nursing or other related health care fields.

Pathology Collectors are employed in a variety of settings. They may be employed by a specific health care provider or by an organisation that specialises in pathology collection, storage and transport.

Core Units

• Communicate and work in health or community services
• Work with diverse people
• Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
• Identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection
• Perform venous blood collections
• Collect pathology specimens other than blood
• Participate in workplace health and safety
• Deliver a service to customers
• Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

Elective Units

• Perform electrocardiography (ECG)
• Lead team effectiveness
• Perform capillary blood collections
• Recognise healthy body systems
• Provide first aid