Laboratory operations courses at TAFE
5 nationally recognised qualifications, delivered by TAFE and other registered training organisations. Each one lists the careers it leads to.
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Certificate II
Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement (MSL20122)
Leads to: Chemical Technician, Earth Science Technician, School Laboratory Technician
Certificate III
Certificate III in Laboratory Skills (MSL30122)
Leads to: Chemical Technician, Earth Science Technician, Life Science Technician, Medical Laboratory Technician, Metallurgical or Materials Technician, Product Tester, School Laboratory Technician, Agricultural and Agritech Technician, Civil Engineering Technician
Certificate IV
Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques (MSL40122)
Leads to: Chemical Technician, Earth Science Technician, Life Science Technician, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Technician, Metallurgical or Materials Technician, School Laboratory Technician, Biomedical Technician, Agricultural and Agritech Technician, Civil Engineering Technician
Diploma
Diploma of Laboratory Technology (MSL50122)
Leads to: Chemical Technician, Earth Science Technician, Life Science Technician, Medical Laboratory Technician, Metallurgical or Materials Technician, School Laboratory Technician, Biomedical Technician, Biotechnologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Agricultural and Agritech Technician, Civil Engineering Technician
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Management (MSL60122)
Leads to: Laboratory Manager, Chemical Technician, Earth Science Technician, Life Science Technician, Medical Laboratory Technician, School Laboratory Technician, Civil Engineering Technician
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Other industries
- Agriculture, horticulture and land management
- Electrical and electronics
- Health
- Creative arts and culture
- Mining, civil construction and resources
- Transport and logistics
- Automotive
- Community services, childcare and aged care
- Engineering and manufacturing trades
- Building, construction and plumbing
- Finance, accounting and insurance
- Defence
TAFE and VET qualifications: Jobs and Skills Australia: Training Occupation Pathways (TOP) dataset (1.0 (March 2026)), CC BY 4.0. Grouped by industry by Peernovo.