HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE)
HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing unit of competency meets the training requirements of the relevant Australian Standards, and reflects current industry expectations, legislative requirements, and best-practice testing procedures.
Our training ensures collectors are equipped with the up-to-date skills and knowledge required to perform drug and alcohol testing compliantly and with confidence.
Delivered by industry professionals for real-world testing environments.
Equipment Pack
Equipment is shipped on receipt of payment. Please allow at least 7 working days for the equipment pack to arrive (NT 2-3 weeks to arrive) when choosing your training date and longer for remote areas.
We want you to succeed in our training! As a pre-requisite before you enrol - Please complete this Foundation Skills Questionnaire and return to us.
We want you to succeed in our training! As a pre-requisite before you enrol - Please complete this Foundation Skills Questionnaire and return to us.
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Due to high demand, additional August dates will be released shortly.
| Name | Date | Time (refer to State) | Location | Cost | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Monday, July 20, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Wednesday, July 29, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Saturday, August 1, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Monday, August 3, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Saturday, August 15, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Monday, August 17, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Wednesday, August 19, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Monday, August 31, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 09:00 am-05:30 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Saturday, September 12, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Monday, September 14, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Friday, October 2, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Thursday, October 8, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 | ||
| HLTPAT010 - Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing (ONLINE) | Friday, October 9, 2026 | 08:00 am-05:00 pm | ONLINE - Virtual Classroom | $695.00 |
Target Audience
This unit applies to individuals working in collection centres‚ hospitals, in other health care environments and workplaces where drugs of abuse testing takes place.
Learning Outcomes
- Nationally recognised Statement of Attainment issued on successful completion
Learning Methods
Learning consists of a short online pre-training knowledge assessment and an interactive hands-on training day covering three testing methods:
- breath alcohol testing
- oral fluid - saliva testing
- urine testing
Content
- Hands-on breath alcohol, urine and oral fluid drug testing
- Familiarity of Australian Standards, Legislation and Regulations
- Impacts, effects and symptoms of drugs and alcohol
- Privacy issues and risk assessment including safety and PPE
- Infection control, waste management
- Consent Forms, Chain of Custody and the legal implications
- Confirm collection requirements
- Prepare for collection procedure
- Collect specimen
- Follow post collection procedures
- Basic conflict resolution skills