Australian Paramedical College
Certificate III in Pathology Collection
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Earn a nationally recognised qualification will qualify you to become a Pathology Collector.
Whether you’re looking to start a new career or expand the scope of your existing healthcare role, this course provides you with the essential knowledge and practical experience you need to thrive.
This course equips you with the skills to safely and effectively collect blood and other specimens, including drug and alcohol testing, and perform ECG procedures.
Students will develop professional skills in medical terminology, patient communication, and adhering to industry standards to ensure specimen integrity and accurate results.
How It Works
- Flexible online study and expert guidance from trainers who are qualified and experienced medics and paramedics.
- One 5-day clinical workshop, and five 1-day training days at our NSW or QLD campus locations where you’ll apply your learning in a practical, hands-on environment.
- 35 hours of clinical placement with our industry-leading partners.
Average Duration: 6-12 Months
Delivery mode
Australian Paramedical College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
35 HoursEntry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Pathology Collection will prepare you for the following roles.
Pathology Collector
A Pathology Collector takes specimens from patients so they can be tested at a laboratory. You might collect bodily fluids such as blood, saliva or...
Phlebotomist
A Phlebotomist collects blood samples from patients in a hospital or collection facility. You’ll prepare samples for testing including storing them...
Alcohol and Drug Tester (AOD)
An Alcohol and Drug Tester conducts tests for prohibited substances in a workplace. You might carry out breath testing to check for alcohol use or...
Blood Collector
A Blood Collector collects blood samples for testing, transfusions, or donation. You might work in hospitals, labs, clinics, or donation centres. Y...
Venipuncturist
A Venipuncturist collects blood samples for medical testing. You might work in hospitals, clinics, or pathology centres. You’ll prepare patients, d...
About Australian Paramedical College
Australian Paramedical College have built a large team of educators and support staff and offer training locations around Australia to assist their students throughout their training. They specialise in creating pathways to university that allow their students to one day become paramedics.
