HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection

PathWest has been delivering an accredited phlebotomy training program since 2014. 

Course dates

This course is currently unavailable. If you wish to be kept updated on future courses, please email your interest to pathologytraining@health.wa.gov.au

Enrolment instructions

Information on how to apply will be updated when future course intake becomes available.

Job prospects

There are opportunities for pathology collectors to work in public and private industry.

Course entry requirements

  1. Australian National Police Check

  2. Immunisation and screening tests: Students will be required to provide evidence of immunity and/or vaccination and screening test results upon successful acceptance on the course. (Any cost associated with meeting the requirements will be the student's responsibility). Please discuss with your General Practitioner if you need assistance completing the checklist.

  3. The following selection criteria must be addressed in your application in order to meet the eligibility requirements for enrolment into the course:
  • Evidence of High School or Secondary Education Certificate (equivalent to Australian Year 10 education)
  • Well developed communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Demonstrated ability to use initiative and work without direct supervision
  • Are you willing to collect blood samples from all patients, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, cultural background and infection status?
  • Ability to follow strict infection control procedures and standard precautions.

You must write approximately one paragraph on each of the selection criteria listed above.

Last Updated: 21/04/2026