It is a requirement for companies collecting urine or oral fluid samples who wish to meet Australian Standards to have their collectors trained as per the definition of collector under AS/NZS4308 and AS4760.

 

Progressive Diagnostics specialises in delivering drug and alcohol testing training which includes: urine sample collection and testing, oral fluid (saliva) sample collection and testing and breathalyser operation.

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Unit of Competency

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Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be issued with a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the nationally recognised Unit of Competency:

HLTPAT005 Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing.

Progressive Diagnostics is a nationally Registered Training Organisation (RTO Number 41103).  

 

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Suitability

 

This unit applies to individuals working in collection centres, in hospitals, in other health care environments and workplaces where drugs of abuse testing takes place.

 

Employment pathways could include drug and alcohol testing at mine sites, large industrial sites, transport depots, medical centres and other workplaces or environments where the need for drug and alcohol screening has been identified as a Occupational Health and Safety requirement.

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Pricing

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The online blended training course is currently on promotion at $595.00 per person  (normally $750.00). 

 

• Accredited training is GST exempt.
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• A course competency Wallet Card is included. 

 

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Training Delivery - Blended

 

Progressive Diagnostics provides a holistic training delivery approach to address the learning styles and needs of participants.

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Our blended training course includes an online theory component and a separate practical component:

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ONLINE COMPONENT
 

The online component of the blended training course will provide you with the understanding of the processes, regulations and guidelines for conducting drug and alcohol testing in the workplace.

 

As you progress through the material you will need to complete assessments related to the content just completed.  This may include various formats, including short answer, true or false, yes or no, multiple choice or drag and drop questions, etc.  

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PRACTICAL COMPONENT

Once the online training has been completed, book an appointment to complete the practical assessment.  

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There are two options to complete the practical component of the training, either:​​

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Option 1:   Online Theory and Zoom Webinar Practical

 

Please allow approximately 1 - 2 hours for this session.

 

At this session we will be reviewing the theory component and you will need to confirm your knowledge and understanding of the content.

 

You will have the opportunity to clarify any areas of interest or concern.

 

Once you feel confident, the practical assessments will be undertaken. This will also include fully preparing a sample for further laboratory analysis as required under the Australian Standards utilising the testing equipment we will send to you.

 

The completed testing documentation, will need to be submitted to Progressive Diagnostics for verification.

 

Please Note:      Progressive Diagnostics uses Zoom as our webinar platform. If your organisation has another platform, please contact us to discuss further.

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Option 2:   Online Theory and Face-To-Face Practical  (Perth Only)

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Once the online training has been completed, book into a face-to-face class at a Progressive Diagnostics training location (only available in Perth at present).  

 

Please allow approximately 3-4 hours for this session.

 

At this session you will need to confirm your knowledge and understanding of the content.  You will have the opportunity to clarify any areas of interest or concern.

 

This practical assessment will include fully preparing a sample for further laboratory analysis as required under the Australian Standards.

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Please Note - Bookings cannot be confirmed unless the theory component of the training course has been completed.

 

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Onsite training also available (Conditions Apply).

 

Please contact us on 1300 711 116  for onsite training and group pricing.

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Course Prerequisites

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Participants need to be a minimum of 18 years of age. 

 

Participants will be required to complete the course using the English language, both spoken and written in a legible manner. Participants are also required to be able to read and apply the course content.

 

Participants are required to be able to work autonomously and to make judgements within the responsibility of their job role working in collection centres, various industry environments and workplaces where drugs of abuse testing takes place.

 

Participants also need to have the ability to provide solutions to both predicable and unpredictable situations.

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The assessor must be satisfied that the participant has sufficient knowledge of the English language, both written and oral, to safely perform the required work.

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