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This qualification equips students with practical skills in drawing blood, administering first aid, participating in workplace health and safety, implementing infection control and more.
The course is designed to provide hands-on industry experience and focuses on promoting technical skill and effective communication techniques, preparing students for work in a variety of medical environments, including pathology collection centres, GP clinics, specialist rooms, hospitals, and other public and private health settings.
Release status: Current | Delivered by: LTT Group Pty Ltd (RTO 51621)
Total duration: 16 weeks + 35 hours of work placement
Training centre location: 28 Russell St, South Brisbane (6 minute walk from the South Brisbane train station)
Blended delivery structure:
Induction & training commencement day
6 hours | Face-to-face at the training centre | Held on a Wednesday
eLearning (with follow-up class)
6 weeks | 1 x face-to-face class held on the Wednesday following induction
Complete activities from home – or wherever suits you – at times that fit your schedule, with support and guidance from our team!
Classes
8.30am-3:30pm, 2 days a week over 10 weeks (20 training days) | Face-to-face at the training centre
Classes are held Mon-Tue or Thu-Fri, depending on the intake. Public holidays may occasionally require classes to be held on alternative days and cause extensions to the course duration.
Work placement (unpaid)
35 hours (minimum), typically completed over 1-2 weeks | Scheduled on your behalf with one of LTT’s partner pathology providers
Build your confidence and hone your skills working with real clients in a clinical setting! We endeavour to schedule placements to begin as soon as classes are complete. However, timing depends on the availability of positions with our industry partners and is subject to delays. | See FAQ for more information on placements →
Student co-contribution fees (government-supported), payable upon enrolment:
$700 – concession
$840 – non-concession
Student tuition fee (full fee-paying):
$4,584– fee-for-service | Includes $350 deposit payable upon enrolment (payment plans are available for the remaining balance)
The HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection is subsidised by the Queensland Government through the Career Start Program, depending on eligibility. | CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY ONLINE →
Co-contribution fees represent the total cost to the student to enrol in, undertake training, and be awarded the qualification. This course may exhaust your entitlement to further Queensland Government subsidised training, so please consider your training options carefully.
Which fee applies to me? Course fees depend on individual eligibility for government support. Contact our team on 1300 588 588 or info@www.ltt.edu.au to discuss. Credit transfers may reduce the course fee payable.
View our refund policy → | View the Career Start Program → | See FAQ for more information on payment plans →
LTT and Labtech Training Victoria does not accept cash payments (Australian banknotes or coins) for any student fees, including course fees, materials fees, administration charges, or any other related costs. All payments are required to be processed via electronic methods.
Accepted Payment Methods
Students can make payments using the following methods:
Credit/Debit Card: Payments can be made in person at the administration office using EFTPOS facilities or made online via the student portal.
Direct Bank Transfer (EFT): Funds can be transferred directly to the LTT and Labtech Training Victoria nominated bank account. (Account details provided on invoices and written agreements).
Payment Plan Providers: Approved third-party payment instalment through Ezidebit Direct Debit recurring payment available to students through their Merchant Trust Initiative (MTI) Portal.
Government Funding: Payments processed via relevant government schemes where LTT and Labtech Training Victoria has the necessary contractual agreements in place.
Students are assessed on their performance in:
Practical & written assessments
Online learning modules
A minimum of 20 live blood collections, conducted in simulated & actual clinical work environments
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive the HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection, bearing the Nationally Recognised Training logo. Should you withdraw before completing all course requirements (including mandatory work placement hours), you will be issued a Statement of Attainment for any units of competency achieved.
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfer processes and information are available during application.
Prior qualifications: Not required
Recommended computer literacy: Basic-to-intermediate
Students must:
Complete a pre-training review (including a language, literacy and numeracy assessment) as part of the application and enrolment process.
Be at least 18 years old at the time of work placement.
Have access to an internet-connected computer. | See FAQ for more information on devices →
Supply evidence of vaccination and / or immunity for measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), varicella (chicken pox), and hepatitis B; and evidence of vaccination for diptheria, tetanus, and pertussis.
Supply evidence of COVID-19 vaccination.
Comply with any relevant state government regulations regarding vaccinations that may be applicable during their training. | See FAQ for more information on vaccinations →
Wear a blue polo shirt (supplied by LTT) and black pants or skirt during work placement; closed-in shoes throughout the course and work placement; and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as instructed during practical training.
Undertake blood collection on peers during the course (students practice on classmates as well as friends and family who volunteer to attend class with the student).
Complete all relevant eLearning tasks and upload any required documentation (including vaccination / immunity evidence) to be eligible to commence face-to-face training.
Complete all face-to-face training days and required tasks; settle any outstanding course fees; and demonstrate sufficient skill in venous blood collection to be eligible for a work placement allocation.
Students are responsible for arranging and covering the cost of these requirements.
The course delivery and duration allows the average learner to demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed for clinical work placement, however some students may be required to attend additional training hours to practice and demonstrate competence.
There are a total of 14 units of competency in this qualification.
9 core units:
BSBCUS201 Deliver a service to customers
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTPAT001 Identify and respond to clinical risks in pathology collection
HLTPAT002 Perform venous blood collections
HLTPAT004 Collect pathology specimens other than blood
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
5 elective units:
CHCCOM001 Provide first point of contact
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
HLTAID011 Provide first aid
HLTPAT005 Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing
HLTPAT006 Receive, prepare and dispatch pathology specimens
JULY 2026 NSW
I am a final-year IMG MD student, and I really enjoyed the Pathology course. Thank you, Elena and Sejal, for your excellent teaching, clear explanations, and continuous support. Your sessions made complex topics easy to understand and greatly improved my confidence. I truly appreciate your dedication.
JUNE 2026 NSW
I had a very positive experience with LTT Group. The training was well-structured, practical, and clearly delivered by knowledgeable and supportive trainers. The learning environment was professional and encouraging, and the assessments were fair and relevant to real industry work. I highly recommend LTT Group to anyone looking to build skills in laboratory and technical training.
Nayana Bandara
JUNE 2026 QLD
I enjoy my LTT experience a lot. I’m currently on my week 8 of Pathology Collection course. The study system is smart, fun and staff is very helpful. Heather would always answer any questions in administrative part, my Trainer Cynthia delivers information in a clear and interesting way. I would recommend this training centre if you’re looking for Certificate III in Pathology Collection.
