Course Details

HLTPAT005 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing

This Wilson Medic One course delivers the nationally recognised unit of competency HLTPAT005 Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing and will teach students how to perform drug and alcohol screening for workplace employees, following the Australian Standards.
 The program and associated materials having been designed such that they are in accordance with AS/NZS 4308:2008 and AS 4760:2006.
 
Pathways
Wilson Medic One is dedicated to assisting students in achieving their study and career goals
 
Career
This course is suitable for managers, supervisors, site medical staff and those who are responsible for drug and alcohol screening in the workplace.
 
Study Pathways
This is competency based training. After successful completion of the programme you will be awarded a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment for HLTPAT005 Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing
 
Course Objectives
This course delivers the nationally recognised unit of competency HLTPAT005 Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing and will teach students how to perform drug and alcohol screening for workplace employees, following the Australian Standards.
The objectives of this training are to provide students with the practical skills and understanding of the following areas:

• Introduction to drug and alcohol screening
• Identifying the type of request
• Client care
• Performing collection
• Labelling and storage
• Documentation

Entry Requirements
Students should be able to read and write at in English to a high standard (equivalent to year 12 English)
Please note - All attendees will be required to practice 3 different drug and alcohol tests on 3 different participants, these include Urine, Fluid and Breathalyser. These tests will be conducted in a real-world setting while adhering to all privacy and hygiene protocols.
 
Certification
Following the successful completion of the program a Statement of Attainment will be issued.