Nationally Recognised Training
RTO32513
Australia’s dedicated specialist in pathology collection training. Flexible online learning, hands-on clinical workshops, and real-world placement prepare you for a rewarding career in healthcare.
PathLab Education does exceptionally well at preparing the next generation of pathology collectors with the skills, confidence, and real-world experience employers are looking for.
Our nationally recognised HLT37525 Certificate III in Pathology (Pathology Collection) combines flexible online learning with hands-on clinical workshops and 35 hours of clinical placement alongside industry-leading pathology partners. Built on more than a decade of healthcare training expertise, this award-winning approach takes you from your first module to your first shift.
Starting your first career, returning to the workforce, or after a flexible role in healthcare? PathLab gives you a clear pathway from study to employment.
Our blended learning model takes you from theory to hands-on skill to real-world experience, so you graduate confident, competent, and job-ready.
Complete your theory through our award-winning online learning platform, built with interactive modules that give you a strong foundation in pathology collection. Study around your work roster, family, or lifestyle, with expert trainer support available when you need it.
You are never studying alone. Your trainers and the student support team are with you from your first module to your final placement, answering questions, keeping you on track, and helping you build confidence. One-on-one support is available by phone or email at any stage.
Put your learning into practice at one 5-day clinical workshop and five 1-day training days, held at our campuses in NSW, QLD, and VIC. You will master all three methods of venipuncture, ECG procedures, specimen handling, and drug and alcohol collection. Students consistently rate this as the most valuable part of the course.
Complete 35 hours of clinical placement at dedicated industry partner sites across NSW, QLD, and VIC, working alongside professional pathology collectors in real collection environments. Employers often use placement to spot future hires, and many of our students receive job offers before they even graduate.
Your practical training takes place in modern facilities across New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria, fitted with industry-standard collection equipment and simulated clinical environments.
From your first supervised venipuncture to full collection scenarios, you will build skills in spaces designed to mirror the workplaces you will graduate into: pathology clinics, hospitals, and collection centres. Small group sizes mean maximum hands-on time, with trainers beside you every step of the way.
Our trainers are qualified, experienced healthcare professionals who bring real clinical experience into every workshop and training day. They lead all practical training and are your go-to for questions while you study online.
Knowledgeable, relatable, and genuinely invested in your success, they encourage questions, provide endless support, and stay connected with students well beyond graduation. Many have industry contacts that have helped students secure not just placements, but jobs.
Everything you need to know about studying with PathLab. Can’t find your answer? Our team is happy to help.
Most students complete the HLT37525 Certificate III in Pathology (Pathology Collection) in 6 to 12 months, depending on how quickly you move through the online learning and book your workshops and placement.
No prior qualifications or experience are required. You need to be at least 17 years old, with parental consent if you are under 18, have regular access to a computer and the internet, and complete a short quiz covering basic English and Maths.
Yes. Our training is nationally recognised across Australia and delivered under a Registered Training Organisation approved by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA).
Yes. All theory is completed online through our flexible learning platform, at your own pace, anywhere in NSW, QLD, or VIC. Practical skills are then developed in person at workshops, training days, and clinical placement.
You will have a dedicated support team and direct access to your trainers by phone or email throughout your studies, from enrolment through to placement and job hunting. One-on-one sessions are available when you need extra help.
You can pay for your course upfront, or choose a flexible internal payment plan with weekly or fortnightly instalments that suit your situation. Our Course Advisors can walk you through the options.
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