Diploma of Laboratory Technology

MSL50118TAFE Queensland (RTO 0275)

Institution rating

4.4

Duration

6 monthsfull-time

Study mode

On-campus

Next start date

January

Why study this course

Advance your career in the lab with this higher-level course. This qualification is perfect for those interested in a career in laboratory science, and those already employed in the industry and looking to gain certification while working. Your skills will be highly transferable across a diverse range of industries such as mining, food technology and in the health sector. This course will give you the specialised skills to perform chemical, microbiological and molecular biology tests; use lab software; perform tissue and cell culture techniques; and analyse data and report results. Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work as a calibration officer, food laboratory technical officer or pathology laboratory technical officer.

Career Insights from SEEK

of students felt this course had a positive impact on their career.

100%

Roles related to this course: Laboratory Technician, Pathology Collector, Laboratory Assistant, Technical Officer, and 3 more.

Recognition

This course meets Australian Qualifications Framework standards.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or equivalent

Where is this course offered?

Available campuses

South Bank

The course duration and available study modes can vary depending on the campus.

Visit TAFE Queensland's website to find out more about your study options.

Course price

The course price can vary depending on a few factors, including:

Whether the institution offers subsidies, concessions, or government loans and your eligibility to receive them
Your previous study and work experience
Your unit selections

Visit TAFE Queensland's website to find out more about the course price for you.

What to know before you apply

To help you decide if this is the right course for you, TAFE Queensland can provide you with more information about:

Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to get credit or RPL for some units of this course based on your previous studies and work experience. This means the duration of the course may be reduced.

Visit TAFE Queensland's website to find out more about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

What are students saying?

Diploma of Laboratory Technology
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Published May 2018

Diploma of Laboratory TechnologyTAFE Queensland

Graduation date2013

Study modeOn-campus

Student review

Course was interesting and well structured. Timetable not so much. I enjoyed the practicals it’s very hands on.

The student would not recommend this course to a friend, colleague or relative

This course had a positive impact on the student’s career

Ability to balance study with your other commitments

3.0

Assistance to help you find a job

2.0

Balance between theory and practical work

5.0

Transparency of course fees

3.0

Quality of teachers and academic support

5.0

Quality of online study portal

N/A

Course content compared to what was expected

4.0

Current and industry-relevant content

4.0

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