Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing

HLTPAT010

About this course

Students completing this course will attain the skills and knowledge required to confirm collection requirements, prepare client and equipment and collect specimens via urine and/or oral and breath testing following the special procedures that apply for drugs of abuse testing.

These skills and knowledge apply to individuals working in collection centres, in hospitals, in other health care environments and workplaces where drug abuse testing takes place.

Units of competency

Upon completion of this course, the following unit(s) will be issued by ABC Licence Training Pty LTD – RTO 3399

  • HLTPAT010 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing

To view full unit details please visit www.training.gov.au.

Our Standard Face-to-Face Course provide comprehensive training, combining online pre-course learning (where applicable) with in-person training, allowing students sufficient time to develop the knowledge and practical skills required. This delivery is ideal for first-time participants who have not previously completed the course. Throughout the training, students receive thorough instruction, demonstration and hands-on practice before undertaking their practical assessments, ensuring they feel prepared and confident.

The Standard Course is also recommended for students who would benefit from additional time to practise their skills before assessment.

Course Details

Course delivery

This course is offered as standard, express and fully face to face.

Course duration​

  • Standard – 2 hours pre-course learning + 6 hours completed face-to-face
  • Express: 2 hours pre-course learning + 60 minutes completed face-to-face
  • Fully face to face: 8 hours in total

Pre-requisites​

Learners will require English Language, Literacy, numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills.

There are no formal prerequisite units required for this course.

Entry requirements​

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Training requirements​

Training will cover preparing for the verification activity, confirming participant requirements, observing and assessing the correct use of adrenaline injector devices, applying verification checklists, providing feedback and completing required workplace records.

Assessment requirements​

Assessment methods include a mix of observation, knowledge questions, multiple choice questions, simulated role plays and practical demonstrations.

Course renewal requirements​

There is no renewal recommendation set by the industry for this course.

Course fees, payments and refunds

Information can be found in the Student Handbook on the ABC Student Resources page.

Student, support, complaints and appeals​

Information can be found in the Student Handbook on the ABC Student Resources page.