Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 5:27 PM AWST
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Point of care testing using capillary blood specimens
Point of care testing using capillary blood specimens
Skill set
National Code
MSLSS00004
MSLSS00004
State Code
AF146
AF146
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
20/12/2022
Current Release Date
20/12/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
24/05/2023
Nominal Hours
100
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 20/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set reflects the skill requirements to collect and analyse capillary blood specimens using a point of care testing (PoCT) device. In the workplace, collecting capillary blood specimens and using a PoCT device are two parts of an integrated work function.
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards a range of qualifications in the HLT Health and MSL Laboratory Operations Training Packages.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Nil.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals seeking skills in specimen collection and PoCT for capillary specimens only. Individuals may work in the health or laboratory operations sectors.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the HLT Health Training Package and the MSL Laboratory Operations Training Package meet industry requirements for the collection and analysis of capillary blood specimens using a PoCT device.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVA02 | HLTPAT003 | Perform capillary blood collections | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OEX79 | MSL974036 | Process body fluid specimens using a point of care testing device | 70 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE103 | MSLSS00002 | Point of care testing using capillary blood specimens | Skill set |