Graduate Certificate in Surgical Pathology Preparation

This postgraduate qualification is for non-medical professionals who are currently working in an appropriate anatomical pathology laboratory and are looking for advanced training in the dissection, sampling and preparation of tissues for histopathological examination and diagnosis.

Practical experience in your workplace setting as part of the required Surgical Laboratory Workbook course will be a pivotal part of your learning.

This course is only available to study part-time, over a minimum of 12 months.

Entry requirements

• hold a degree or diploma in Biomedical Science, Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent
• have majored in or completed advanced studies in laboratory histopathology

You will gain advanced training in:

• the dissection, sampling and preparation of tissues for histopathological examination and diagnosis
• specimen recording
• data storage and retrieval
• standard operating procedures
• Occupation Health Safety and Welfare (OHS&W)
• equipment used
• macro and microphotography.

Practical experience in your clinical setting, as part of the required Surgical Laboratory Workbook course, will be a pivotal part of your learning.

For each course you study, you will need to allocate time for various classes such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Plus you will need additional hours to study in your own time to complete assignments, readings and projects and contribute to online discussion forums. So as a general rule, if you are studying full-time you would need to allocate 12 – 26 hours of study when at university and 14 – 28 hours of independent study per week.

Your studies will incorporate practical, professionally focused and research-based learning, so assessment types will vary. You can expect them to include:

The practical on-site laboratory experience is a great opportunity for you to continue to build your network of industry contacts.

We also host regular University-wide employee master classes and employment expos, and alumni events in Australia and overseas.

This degree is offered online. This means that you:

Your career

This graduate certificate can extend your employment in surgical pathology across the following settings, in both the public and private health sector.

• private pathology laboratories
• hospital pathology departments
• forensic pathology.

Applying to study with us:

• check you meet the full entry requirements for this program
• go to the top of this page and make note of the SATAC code, then click Apply
• you will be redirected through to the SATAC website to continue your application

Our campuses have fantastic facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, tech zones, and areas that simulate real work environments. You’ll also find student gyms and campus sport activities to keep you active. We also offer flexible study options, with online resources available for accessing lecture recordings, virtual classrooms, library resources and learning support.

Adelaide has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation or private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages for plenty of options. If you need somewhere to live, our new student accommodation by urbanest is on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, a perfect location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.

Our student support services can make your life at university easier. We provide a full range of support services including academic and personal counselling. You can also access a range of services through our students association, USASA. When you become a UniSA student you can contact Campus Central for help with anything related to your degree. They will help you with your enrolment, ID cards, fees, timetables and any other questions you might have.

We have six campuses in metropolitan and regional areas, each with advanced facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, laboratories, and areas that simulate real work environments.