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Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques

National ID: MSL40122 | State ID: BIX6

Qualify as a laboratory technician

Equip yourself for a career in science by becoming a qualified laboratory technician.  This program provides job-ready skills, preparing you for roles such as a laboratory technician, technical assistant, or instrument operator. Take the first step towards a fulfilling career in the field of science and build on your Certificate III skills.

Gain these skills

  • Carry out experiments
  • Take measurements with scientific equipment
  • Record results and present them for critical analysis
  • OHS and safe laboratory practice in the field and in a laboratory

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Medical Laboratory Technician | Chemistry Technician Assistant | Earth Science Technician Assistant | Life Science Technician Assistant | School Laboratory Technician Assistant

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Laboratory Technology

Course overview

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Geraldton
Duration
One Year
Competitive
No
Location Duration Competitive
Geraldton One Year No

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East Perth
Duration
Two semesters
Competitive
Yes
Location Duration Competitive
East Perth Two semesters Yes

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Murdoch
Duration
Two semesters
Competitive
Yes
Location Duration Competitive
Murdoch Two semesters Yes
Last updated on August 28, 2026