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Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques/Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Subject to final approval.)
TAFE Queensland - South Bank

Course outline

Take your career in the lab further with this dual award course which is perfect for people looking to upgrade their qualifications while working in the industry. This high level tertiary qualification focuses on a range of cutting edge science techniques for students to stand out in a crowd of science graduates. Skills will be transferable across a diverse number of industries including but not limited to: clinical science, pathology pharmaceutical and forensic science. Students will learn how to interpret information using current scientific data analysis approaches and record data in accordance with industry standard protocols. Students will also gain experience in a range of practical areas and learn from industry current and highly qualified teachers on scientific equipment found in a real working laboratory. Successful completion of this course will qualify graduates to work as a technical officer or laboratory technician in a range of industries including biotechnology, chemical and environmental analysis and food and beverage testing.

Note

Applicants offered a place in this course who are not eligible for a subsidised enrolment will pay full fee. VET Student Loans may be available to eligible applicants for study in the diploma, refer to tafeqld.edu.au/study-with-us/what-it-costs/index.html for information.

Fee notes

For information regarding TAFE Queensland course fees, VET Student Loans, FEE-HELP or HECS-HELP visit tafeqld.edu.au/study-with-us/what-it-costs/index.html or telephone 1300 308 233. For combined TAFE Queensland/university courses, refer to entry under university for higher education component.

Prerequisites

Completion of Year 12 or attained Year 12 leaving age

Additional entry requirements

Successful applicants must successfully complete the Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or equivalent before enrolling in the Diploma of Laboratory Technology.

Recommended study
Due to the high-level content of this course, competency in mathematics, science and English (equivalent to Year 10 or above) are highly desirable but not a requirement.
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Notes

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Career opportunities

Analyst, laboratory technician, technical officers.

Course Code
555546
Start Date
Offer rounds

15 Jan 2024

Fee

Sub *See notes

Level of Qualification
Certificate IV
Study Area
Sciences
Study Mode
On campus
Course Duration

11/2 years On campus

Location
Brisbane
 
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