MSL50122 Diploma of Laboratory Technology

About

This qualification is delivered by LTT Group Pty Ltd (RTO 51621) and develops capabilities in performing complex chemical property tests, applying spectrometric techniques, monitoring quality and more.

Duration

Approximately 12-48 months

Our training is competency based, and qualifications can be completed at a pace that suits the organisation and the individual. Training is delivered on-site in the workplace. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfer processes are available for eligible students.

Fees

Course fees depend on individual eligibility for government support. If you are unsure whether you qualify for a government supported training place, please contact our team on 1300 588 588. Credit transfers may reduce the course fee payable.

For students eligible for government support

This qualification is funded by the Queensland Government for students who meet the eligibility criteria under the Higher Level Skills program.

Higher Level Skills

$3,100 - concession student co-contribution fee
$4,100 - non-concession student co-contribution fee

Fees are calculated based on a per unit rate of $273.33 or a concessional per unit rate of $206.67. Nominal hours range from 770 to 1,180 depending on the specialisation.

Co-contribution fees represent the total cost to the student to enrol in, undertake training, and be awarded the qualification.

These fees are applicable to eligible new students enrolled from 4 September 2019 (students who have received Higher Level Skills funding to complete a certificate IV or higher level qualification are not eligible).

Students will no longer be eligible for a government subsidised training place under the Higher Level Skills program once they complete a certificate IV or higher level qualification.

To be eligible for a concession rate, the student must:

Be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, or
Be under the age of 17 at the end of February in the year of training commencement and not have completed year 12, or
Hold a health care or pensioner concession card or be the partner or dependent of a health care or pensioner concession card holder; be named on the card; and issue LTT with an official form under Commonwealth law confirming concession entitlements

Fee exemptions apply where:

Credit transfer is awarded for a unit
The student is undertaking a qualification as part of the Skilling Queenslanders for Work – Work Skills Traineeship program

For students not eligible for government support

$6,888 to $11,800 - fee for service student tuition fee range, dependent on specialisation

The student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual locations and other circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student service and resource fees. Our refund policy can be viewed here.

Traineeships

This information is provided for general information only. Please refer to the following resources:

A traineeship is the time spent learning a job (or vocation) under a formal training contract with the employer.

In most cases, a new entrant / new worker traineeship involves an employee who has been with the company for less than three months full-time or 12 months part-time or casual.

In most cases, an existing worker traineeship includes an employee who has been with the company for more than three months full-time or 12 months part-time or casual.

Eligibility is calculated on a case-by-case basis for individual employees. We will liaise on behalf of the employer with the relevant Australian Apprenticeship Support Network provider to determine eligibility.

To provide a detailed ROI estimate, we require the following information for all relevant employees:

Date of birth
Previous qualification/s
Date of completion for previous qualification/s
Gross annual salary

Eligibility criteria apply and we cannot guarantee your business will qualify for government benefits.

Requirements

Entry into this qualification is open to individuals who:

Hold a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques, or

Hold a relevant Certificate IV or higher level qualification in a relevant science discipline, or

Can demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge in a relevant science discipline to any of the above qualifications.

Content

There are 18 total units of competency in this qualification.

5 core units:

MSL934008 Maintain instruments and equipment
MSL924005 Process and interpret data
MSL924006 Use laboratory application software
MSL934009 Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes
MSL935008 Monitor the quality of test results and data

13 elective units:

Dependent on stream - please see below

Streams can be customised to suit industry requirements.
Contact our industry engagement team on 1300 588 588 to request a personalised training partnership proposal.