This qualification builds technical ability in the use of laboratory application software, maintaining and controlling stock, performing chemical tests, and more.

The course is designed to provide in-depth insight into the industry and focuses on promoting methodological competence, preparing students for technical jobs as laboratory personnel, including laboratory technicians, technical assistants, and more.

Release status: Current | Delivered by: Labtech Training Victoria Pty Ltd (RTO 22545)

Total duration: 17 weeks

Training centre location: Level 1/85 Buckhurst St, South Melbourne (4 minute walk from the Montague St tram stop)

Classroom delivery:

• 8.30am-3:30pm, 3 days a week over 17 weeks (51 training days) | Face-to-face at the training centre

Classes are held Mon-Wed. Public holidays may occasionally require classes to be held on alternative days and cause extensions to the course duration.

Tuition fee:

• $5,000 - fee-for-service | Includes $400 deposit & $100 non-refundable administration fee payable upon enrolment (payment plans are available for the remaining balance)

Credit transfers may reduce the course fee payable.

Course deferral fee: $150

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Students are assessed on their performance in:

• Practical & written assessments

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive the MSL40122 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques, bearing the Nationally Recognised Training logo. Should you withdraw before completing all course requirements, 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.

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Prior qualifications: Not required

Recommended computer literacy: Basic

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 17 years old.

• Have access to an internet-connected computer. | See FAQ for more information on devices →

• Wear closed-in shoes throughout the course and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as instructed during practical training.

• Comply with any relevant state government regulations regarding vaccinations that may be applicable during their training. | See FAQ for more information on vaccinations →

There are a total of 16 units of competency in this qualification.

4 core units:

• MSL924005 Process and interpret data

• MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment

• MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes

• MSL944002 Maintain laboratory or field workplace safety

12 elective units:

• MSL913004 Plan and conduct laboratory/field work

• MSL924006 Use laboratory application software

• MSL934010 Maintain and control stocks

• MSL953005 Receive and prepare samples for testing

• MSL954006 Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples

• MSL973025 Perform basic tests

• MSL973026 Prepare working solutions

• MSL973027 Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination

• MSL974031 Prepare, standardise and use solutions

• MSL974032 Perform chemical tests and procedures

• MSL974036 Process body fluid specimens using a point of care testing device

• MSMENV472 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices