Operating Department Practice

About the course

This course provides the foundation for further study in areas such as laboratory skills and techniques in preparation for health and nursing studies. In many cases, successful completion of a Diploma may give you a full year of credit towards a degree.

What you might learn

During this course, you will develop skills through subjects such as interpreting and applying medical terminologies, biotechnology and pathology testing. By the end of the course, students should be able to find employment in the industry or apply for a Bachelors degree.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as laboratory technician, technical assistant, research assistant, community care worker, primary health care provider, medical sales executive, and etc. in companies including Research Australia, Gilead Sciences, Bristol-Myers Squibb, AstraZeneca, Stryker Corporation , and etc.

Living Costs in Norwich**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) £ 13 - 17	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) £ 537 - 710	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) £ 432 - 571
Transportation (Daily) £ 3 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) £ 133 - 176

Average Salary**

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