Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for HLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing. This qualification is suitable for job roles such as: Workplace drug testing officer Workplace alcohol testing officer Workplace health and safety officer Workplace heath and safety advisor Workplace supervisors / managers / HR managers Pathology Collector Security Officer

This short course covers the following nationally recognised unit: HLTPAT005 Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing

Collect specimens for drug of abuse testing

Confirm collection requirements, prepare client and equipment and collect specimens for drug and alcohol testing.

Course cost

Fee for Service

$495

Duration

1 day

State

QLD, NSW

Study Method

Face to Face

This unit describes 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.

This unit applies to individuals working in collection centres, in hospitals, in other health care environments and workplaces where drugs of abuse testing takes place.

Course Overview

HLTPAT005 Collect specimens for drug of abuse testing

Name: Collect specimens for drug of abuse testing
Price: $495 AUD

This unit applies to individuals working in collection centres, in hospitals, in other health care environments and workplaces where drugs of abuse testing takes place.

The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for HLTPAT005 – Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing.

This qualification is suitable for job roles such as:

Workplace drug testing officer
Workplace alcohol testing officer
Workplace health and safety officer
Workplace heath and safety advisor
Workplace supervisors / managers / HR managers
Pathology Collector
Security Officer

Entry Requirements

There are no formal prerequisite units required for entry into this course.

You will however require intermediate English language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills.

Before commencing this course, you may be required to undertake an Online LLN assessment.

This course is not open to international students (student visa 500).

Units of Competency

This short course covers the following nationally recognised unit:

HLTPAT005 Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing

Pathways

Suggested pathways for further study after completion of this qualification include:

RSA
RSG
White Card
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
BSB30719 Certificate III in Work Health and Safety
Other relevant Certificate III qualifications

Licensing Requirements

There are no licensing requirements or outcomes from this course.

Course Pathways

› RSA
› RSG
› White Card
› HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
› BSB30719 Certificate III in Work Health and Safety
Other relevant Certificate III qualifications

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Fee for Service
$500

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Face to Face

This course consists of 1 day face to face training 8.30am – 2.00pm in a classroom environment. If you have groups of 5 people or more, you can also request this course be delivered on-site at your workplace.

We currently deliver this course at the following locations:

North Lakes (QLD)
Meadowbrook (QLD)
Ashmore (QLD)
Parramatta (NSW)

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I have just completed my outstanding modules this afternoon at ASSET headquarters North Lakes.

I wanted to let you know personally how much James assisted me and furthered my knowledge in this subject.
The team was available when I had some questions and they were extremely helpful and offered assistance without hesitation.

Thank you for providing a first class learning experience.

John Hughes

I recently completed a Drugs and Alcohol screening course. The instructor, V, was brilliant. Very knowledgeable and he presented the information in an easy manner to understand. The college is clean and well equipped. Highly recommended.

Clarence Schultz

Fantastic trainers with a wealth of experience. A very enjoyable training environment who set you up for success. I would definitely recommend ASSET college for any security based training.

Peter Rabula

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

We do not offer RPL for Collect specimens for drug of abuse testing course. Please see to the list of courses below where RPL is available.

Short Courses and Skill Set

QLDNSWACTNTSATASVICWA

Date	Time	Location	Spaces	Cost	Enrol Myself
Fri 13 March 2026	08:30 am - 02:00 pm	NORTH LAKES	9	$495.00	Enrol
Fri 13 March 2026	08:30 am - 02:00 pm	LOGAN CENTRAL	9	$495.00	Enrol
Fri 8 May 2026	08:30 am - 02:00 pm	NORTH LAKES	10	$495.00	Enrol
Fri 8 May 2026	08:30 am - 02:00 pm	LOGAN CENTRAL	10	$495.00	Enrol
Fri 8 May 2026	08:30 am - 02:00 pm	ASHMORE, QLD	10	$495.00	Enrol