HLT41807 Certificate IV in Pathology

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HLT41807 Certificate IV in Pathology

Modification History

Not Applicable

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 is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.

Occupational titles for these workers may include:

Experienced specimen collector	Specialist specimen collector
Advanced testing and collection officer	Team leader / supervisor
Pathology collector

Pathways Information

Not Applicable

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

To gain entry into the HLT41807 Certificate IV in Pathology, candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following 14 units of competency from HLT32607 Certificate III in Pathology. These units comprise the core and elective groups required for collection and assistance at the Certificate III level.

Core units from HLT32607 (6 units):

BSBFLM303C	Contribute to effective workplace relationships

BSBMED301B	Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

HLTFA301C	Apply first aid

HLTHIR301B	Communicate and work effectively in health

HLTIN301C	Comply with infection control policies and procedures

HLTOHS300B	Contribute to OHS processes

HLT32607 electives required for collection (3 units)

HLTPAT305C	Operate efficiently within a pathology and specimen collection environment

HLTPAT306C	Perform blood collection

HLTPAT308C	Identify and respond to clinical risks associated with pathology specimen collection

HLT32607 electives for pathology assistance (5 units)

BSBCUS301A	Deliver and monitor a service to customers

HLTPAT305C	Operate efficiently within a pathology and specimen collection environment

HLTPAT317B	Operate effectively within a pathology testing environment

MSL953001A	Receive and prepare samples for testing

MSL973002A	Prepare working solutions

Employability Skills Summary

Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries

Packaging Rules

PACKAGING RULES 9 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including: 3 core units 6 elective units, including: A wide range of elective units is available, including: Group A electives which must be selected for specialisation in pathology collection Group B electives which must be selected for specialisation in pathology assistance Group C electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice Other relevant electives listed below Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Health and/or Community Services Training Packages Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 2 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the NTIS or other public listing

Core units

HLTHIR402C	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 collection:

HLTPAT410C	Collect pathology specimens other than blood for specialised testing (Note pre-requ: HLTPAT304C)

HLTPAT411C	Perform blood collection for specialised testing (Note pre-requ: HLTPAT306C)

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:

HLTPAT419B	Perform pathology tests

MSL924002A	Use laboratory application software

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:

HLTHIR403C	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.

Specialist collection

HLTAP301B	Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context

HLTCA402C	Perform holter monitoring (Note pre-requ: HLTCA401C)

HLTPAT407C	Perform electrocardiography (ECG)

HLTPAT409C	Perform intravenous cannulation for sample collection

HLTPAT412C	Collect arterial blood samples

HLTPAT414C	Measure spirometry/flow volume loop

HLTPAT420B	Perform specialist and technically difficult collections (Note pre-requ: HLTPAT411C)

HLTRAH302B	Undertake home visits

Pathology assistance

HLTPAT413C	Assist with pathology procedures

MSL925001A	Analyse data and report results

MSL935001A	Monitor the quality of test results and data

MSL974006A	Perform biological procedures (Note pre-requs: MSL973004A and MSL973007A)

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

BSBCUS401A	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

FNSRETA309B	Balance cash holdings

HLTHIR404D	Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

HLTOHS401A	Maintain workplace OHS processes

MSL934002A	Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes

SITXHRM003A	Roster staff

Workplace training and assessment

CHCCS427A	Facilitate adult learning and development

TAEASS401A	Plan assessment activities and processes

TAEASS402A	Assess competence

TAEASS403A	Participate in assessment validation

TAEASS502A	Design and develop assessment tools

TAEDEL301A	Provide work skill instruction

TAEDEL402A	Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace