Laboratory Support Worker Courses
A Laboratory Support Worker plays a key role in maintaining the efficient operation of scientific laboratories.
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Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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HLT35115
Become a dental lab assistant with the HLT35115 Certificate III in Dental Laboratory Assisting. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to pour dental impressions, produce custom-made trays, construct registration rims, construct thermoformed bases and appliances — then articulate the appropriate records. The course also covers: communicating in a healthcare workplace, first aid, workplace diversity, infection controls, and a range of business administration skills. Enquire now for the...
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A Laboratory Support Worker plays a key role in maintaining the efficient operation of scientific laboratories. They are responsible for preparing equipment and materials for experiments, cleaning and sterilising laboratory tools, safely disposing of hazardous waste, and assisting scientists and technicians with routine tasks.
These workers may also be involved in data entry, inventory management, and transporting samples. Their work ensures that laboratories remain compliant with health and safety standards and function smoothly for research, diagnostic, or educational purposes.
Laboratory Support Workers typically work in medical, research, industrial, or educational laboratory settings and often collaborate closely with laboratory technicians and other scientific personnel.