What does this course involve?
This course provides you with the essential training to work as a technical officer or laboratory technician in a range of science-based industries.
You will develop technical skills and scientific knowledge for use in generic and/or specific laboratories that may include chemistry, molecular biology, microbiology and histology laboratories.
You will learn how to process and interpret data, communicate effectively in a workplace environment, apply quality systems and continuous improvement and perform a range of procedures and examinations.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may provide you with employment as a laboratory technician or technical officer in a science-based industry.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You may wish to progress into the Diploma of Laboratory Technology.
Can I apply?
- You must have successfully completed year 10 (or equivalent)
- You must be currently working in the industry in a technical role
How do I apply?
Direct Entry - Rolling enrolments
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
- Assessment of Application
Length of course
Full time - 1 year
Part time - 2 years
Where will I study?
Industry Site
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
Click here to learn about scholarships that may be relevant to this course.
How will I be assessed?
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
- Project work
- Examination or testing
- Online assessment
- Workplace assessment
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.
All fees quoted are the 2009 calendar year indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.