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MSL30122 VETDSS - Certificate III in Laboratory Skills

Duration

2 Years
½ Day/Week

Location

Geelong City

Placement

Recommended

Scored

Yes

Outcome

Full qualification

Entry requirements

  • Attending a secondary school
  • Literacy and numeracy level equivalent to the successful completion of Year 9*
  • *Students selecting this course are recommended to have strong maths skills and be studying complimentary science subjects at school; Biology and/or Chemistry
  • Review the personal learning requirements essential to this course and discuss with your school VET Coordinator before you apply.

    You will learn

    • Industry procedures for sample collection, laboratory solution preparation, and handling bacteria
    • Gain hands-on experience with equipment in microbiology, chemistry, and general-purpose laboratories
    • Develop knowledge of work health and safety practices in a laboratory setting
    • Understand the importance of quality systems in ensuring precise and dependable laboratory test results

    Course outcomes

    Upon successful completion of this program you will receive:

    • Recognition of up to two VCE VET units at Units 1 and 2 level, and a VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence
    • ATAR contribution: if you undertake scored assessment, the study score can contribute directly to the ATAR, either as one of your best four studies (the primary four) or as a fifth or sixth study increment
    • Certificate III in Laboratory Skills qualification

    Dress code and course materials

    Assessment is based on

    • Hands-on work   
    • Short answer quiz/workbook in classroom
    • Team projects
    • Practical observation in a simulated laboratory environment
    • Practical observation in the field

    Further study options

    • Certificate IV in Laboratory Skills
    • Diploma of Laboratory Technology
    • Bachelor of Science

    Applications & attendance

    How to apply

    You must first speak to your school about VETDSS before proceeding with the below application.

    1. Watch our how to apply video.
    2. Apply online by selecting an intake from the Applications & attendance table below.

    If you need help, visit Customer Service or request application support via email.
    Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.

    Intake Applications Attendance Classes  
    2025 VET Full Year
    Geelong City Campus
    Open: 6 Aug 2024
    Close: 12 Mar 2025
    Class Day Part Time Delivered Geelong City Campus Apply
    2025 VET Full Year
    Geelong City Campus
    Open: 6 Aug 2024
    Close: 12 Mar 2025
    Class Day Part Time Intake Only for Gordon VCE Student Apply
    Unfortunately we cannot always guarantee you will secure a place in your selected course. We recommend you apply early.

    Units

    Year 1 Core Units Code Hours
    Apply communication skills BSBCMM211 40
    Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety MSL943004 40
    Plan and conduct laboratory/field work MSL913004 40
    Record and present data MSL922002 40
    Year 1 Elective Units Code Hours
    Collect routine site samples MSL952003 30
    Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose MSL933005 30
    Perform basic tests MSL973025 60
    Receive and prepare samples for testing MSL953005 30
    Year 2 Core Units Code Hours
    Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives MSL933009 30
    Year 2 Elective Units Code Hours
    Perform microscopic examination MSL973028 40
    Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination MSL973027 40
    Prepare working solutions MSL973026 50

    Please note that the electives listed are those delivered by the Gordon but you may not be required to complete all of these to successfully complete this qualification. In order to clarify what is required to complete this qualification, please check https://training.gov.au/Home/Tga