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Histotechnology Skill Set

Histotechnology Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
MSLSS00001
State Code
AD802
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
20/07/2018
Current Release Date
20/07/2018
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
29/11/2018
Nominal Hours
465
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 20/07/2018 Current Approved
Description
This skill set reflects the skill requirements for a laboratory technician working in histotechnology.
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards a number of qualifications in the MSL Laboratory These units provide credit towards the Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques and Diploma of Laboratory Technology.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. However, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements for laboratory operations exist, so local requirements should be checked. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals working in a laboratory testing histological samples.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from MSL Laboratory Operations Training Package meet industry requirements for a laboratory technician working in histotechnology.
General notes
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AF144 MSLSS00003 Histotechnology Skill Set Skill set