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About the course
This entry-level science qualification builds foundation laboratory and field skills to collect, handle, transport and document samples for testing across industries such as mining, food manufacturing, construction and pharmaceuticals. You’ll develop practical capability in recording and storing data, completing simple calculations and presenting results, supported by industry-experienced staff. It also prepares you for further study pathways in environmental sciences, health or trades at Certificate II level.
Career outcome
Graduates can work in sample collection and basic testing support roles across laboratories and field environments. Typical jobs include tester/sampler, food manufacturing tester, air sampler, sample courier, field assistant and laboratory attendant. Skills apply to industries that rely on accurate sampling and measurements for quality, safety and compliance, providing an entry point into science and technical operations with a Certificate II in laboratory sampling and measurement.
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