Certificate III in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
FDF30203 
CRICOS Code:  
Centre:
Biotechnology and Animal Sciences
Location:
Industry Site,
Study Area: Manufacturing 
Study Area Sub Category:  
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What does this course involve?

This course will give you the essential skills to work as team leader processor in the pharmaceutical and allied manufacturing industries.

You will gain skills in monitoring good manufacturing processes, operating manufacturing equipment, skills and knowledge to work in a sterile manufacturing environment and knowledge of required skills in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

You will also learn how to relay and respond to information, respond to emergency situations and participate in workplace safety procedures.

Develop your skills to work effectively in a team, learn how to allocate work and monitor Occupational Health and Safety procedures for a work group.

What employment opportunities will I have?

You will gain the skills to work in the pharmaceutical industry with an emphasis on manufacturing practices and product quality.


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 Certificate IV in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.

Can I apply?

You must:

  • have successfully completed Year 10, or equivalent
  • be currently working within the industry.

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?

  • Individual interview
  • Assessment of application

Length of course

Self paced (usually part time 1 year)

Where will I study?

Industry Site,

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Government Subsidised Fees (Skills Building)

Fees for government-subsidised students are made up of three main components:
1.   Tuition Fee
2.   Service and Amenity Fee
3.   Materials Fees (including course teaching materials fee and/or retained course items fees).
1. Tuition Fee - 2010
If you are enrolling for the first time in 2010 and eligible for a government subsidised place, the Tuition Fee will be $1.62 per hour with a minimum Tuition Fee of $120 per year and a maximum of $1,000 per year depending upon number of hours enrolled and eligibility for concession.

If you commenced your current course prior to 1 July 2009, but need to enrol in additional units for the same course in 2010 you will pay the Fee Maintenance rate of $1.40 per hour with a minimum fee of $56 per year and a maximum of $896 per year depending upon eligibility for a concession.
2. Service and Amenities Fee
For enrolments up to 404 hours a $58 fee will be charged. For enrolments 405 hours and higher, an $80 fee will be charged.
3. Material Fees
Course teaching materials fees and/or retained course items fees are charged per course. This fee covers materials used in the course, plus some items that you are issued with and retain beyond the life of the course. Fees will vary from course to course, and can range from $100 to $1,000.

How will I be assessed?

  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Workplace assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. 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 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.
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Course Enquiries

Phone:
1300 BOX HILL
(1300 269 445)