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HLT41812 Certificate IV in Pathology |
HLT41812 Certificate IV in Pathology |
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Description
This qualification covers workers who undertake the collection of blood and other pathology specimens for routine and specialised testing. Workers at this level are expected to have an in depth knowledge and may work with clients with complex needs. This qualification also coversworkers that assist with the receipt and processing of pathology samples through the pre-analytical phase. Supervision may be direct, indirect or remote and must occur within organisation requirements
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into the HLT41812 Certificate IV in Pathology candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following (4) units of competency from HLT32607 Certificate III inPathology:
BSBMED301B Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
HLTHIR301C Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
Plus one of the following group of units, depending on whether the work role is pathology collection or pathology assistance:
Pathology Collection
HLTFA311A Apply first aid
HLTPAT304D Collect specimens other than blood
HLTPAT305D Operate efficiently within a pathology and specimen collection environment
HLTPAT306D Perform blood collection
HLTPAT308D Identify and respond to clinical risks associated with pathology specimen collection
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Pathology Assistance
BSBCUS301B Deliver and monitor a service to customers
HLTPAT317C Operate effectively within a pathology testing environment
MSL953001A Receive and prepare samples for testing
MSL973002A Prepare working solutions
MSL973007A Perform microscopic examination
MSL973004A Perform aseptic techniques
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
PACKAGING RULES 10 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
H LTHIR402D Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry
HLTHIR405B Show leadership in health technical work
HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
Group A electives - must be selected for specialisation in pathology collection
The following two (2) electives must be selected for work involving a specialisation in pathology collection:
HL TPAT410D Collect pathology specimens other than blood for specialised testing (Note pre-requ: HLTPAT304D)
HLTPAT411D Perform blood collection for specialised testing (Note pre-requ: HLTPAT306D)
Group B electives - must be selected for specialisation in pathology assistance
The following three (3) electives must be selected for work involving a specialisation in pathology assistance:
H LTPAT419C Perform pathology tests
MSL924002A Use laboratory application software
MSL974006A Perform biological procedures (Note pre-requ MSL973004A Perform aseptic techniques and MSL973007A Perform microscopic examination)
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
Group C electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
H LTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Other relevant electives
Additional electives are to be selected in line with specified Packaging Rules. The following grouping of electives is intended to facilitate selection. Electives may be selected from one or more groups and employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
HLTIN403C Implement and monitor infection control policy and procedures
HLTWHS456A Identify, assess and control WHS risk in own work
Specialist collection
HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
HLTCA402D Perform holter monitoring (Note pre-requ: HLTCA401D)
HLTPAT407D Perform electrocardiography (ECG)
HLTPAT409D Perform intravenous cannulation for sample collection
HLTPAT412D Collect arterial blood samples
HLTPAT414D Measure spirometry/flow volume loop
HLTPAT420B Perform specialist and technically difficult collections(Note pre-requ: HLTPAT411D Perform blood collection for specialised testing
HLTRAH302C Undertake home visits
HLTMAMP402C Assist with clinical procedures in a medical practice (Note pre-requ:HLTFA311A Apply first aid)
Pathology assistance
HLTPAT413D Assist with pathology procedures
MSL935001A Monitor the quality of test results and data
MSL975001A Perform microbiological tests
MSL975002A Perform haematological tests
MSL975003A Perform histological tests
MSL975004A Perform chemical pathology tests
MSL975006A Perform immunohaematological tests
MSL975013A Perform tissue and cell culture techniques
MSL975014A Perform molecular biology tests and procedures
Team leadership and supervision
BSBCUS401B Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies
BSBINN301A Promote innovation in a team environment
BSBMGT403A Implement continuous improvement
BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness
FNSRTS308A Balance cash holdings
HLTWHS401A Maintain WHS workplace processes
MSL934002A Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
SITXHRM003A Roster staff
Workplace training and assessment
CHCCS427B Facilitate adult learning and development
TAEASS401B Plan assessment activities and processes
TAEASS402B Assess competence
TAEASS403B Participate in assessment validation
TAEASS502B Design and develop assessment tools
TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction
TAEDEL402A Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace