Satisfactory completion of Year 12 level studies or the overseas equivalent, with passes in all subjects.
Recognition of prior learning: You may be able to shorten the length of your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen.
English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 5.5 (Academic). with no individual bandscore less than 5.5 and identifying possible causes.
The Certificate IV In Laboratory Techniques provides you with training in all aspects of laboratory operations, including occupational health and safety (OHS), analytical instrumentation, laboratory management systems, chemistry, microscopy and biological techniques.
Learn from our experienced teaching staff, who all hold postgraduate qualifications across a variety of science disciplines.
The course is delivered in Holmesglen's specialised pathology and biotechnology education facility, where an emphasis is placed on practical training.
Our instrumentation is reflective of what you will use in industry, and will prepare you to confidently start your career in a laboratory.
Holmesglen graduates are well regarded in the industry and are employed in the pathology, food, environmental, education and research industries.
CRICOS 098113C
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Course structure
Name
Process and interpret data
Prepare, standardise and use solutions
Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples
Maintain and calibrate instruments and equipment
Perform tissue and cell culture techniques
Perform biological procedures
Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety
Perform chemical tests and procedures
Perform aseptic techniques
Receive and prepare samples for testing
Prepare practical science classes and demonstrations
Perform microscopic examination
Perform histological procedures
Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
Use laboratory application software
Pathways to further study:
Diploma of Laboratory Technology
Laboratory assistant or technician in medical, environmental, industrial, food, educational or commercial laboratories.
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
