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Overview
This qualification reflects the role of workers who perform a range of sampling and measurement activities as part of laboratory, production or field operations in the construction, manufacturing, resources and environmental industry sectors. Job roles include samplers and testers, production personnel, plant operators, production operators, field assistants, drivers and sample couriers.
Samplers and testers conduct limited sampling and testing as part of their duties in a particular industry. They use a restricted range of skills and operational knowledge to perform tasks and do not generally work inside a laboratory. They:
- follow set procedures to sample raw materials and products
- may package, label, store and transport samples
- use simple equipment (hydrometers, thermometers and pH meters) to make measurements and perform basic tests that take a short time and involve a narrow range of variables and easily recognised control limits
- may make visual inspection of products and packaging.
In some industry sectors (for example, mineral assay) this work forms a whole job role.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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Financial help
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.
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On-the-job training
- Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Qualification only:
6 months – 1 year
- Qualification only:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Participate in laboratory or field workplace safety | Core |
| Record and present data | Core |
| Work within a laboratory or field workplace | Core |
| Apply communication skills | Elective |
| Apply critical control point requirements | Elective |
| Apply HACCP to the workplace | Elective |
| Assist with fieldwork | Elective |
| Collect routine site samples | Elective |
| Comply with Quality Assurance and HACCP requirements | Elective |
| Conduct field-based acceptance tests for construction materials | Elective |
| Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials | Elective |
| Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives | Elective |
| Handle and transport samples or equipment | Elective |
| Maintain instruments and equipment | Elective |
| Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose | Elective |
| Operate a robotic sample preparation system | Elective |
| Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective |
| Perform basic tests | Elective |
| Perform calibration checks on equipment and assist with its maintenance | Elective |
| Perform fire pouring techniques | Elective |
| Perform histological procedures | Elective |
| Perform microbiological procedures in the food industry | Elective |
| Perform microscopic examination | Elective |
| Perform site investigation activities | Elective |
| Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination | Elective |
| Plan and conduct laboratory/field work | Elective |
| Prepare culture media | Elective |
| Prepare trial batches for evaluation | Elective |
| Prepare working solutions | Elective |
| Receive and prepare samples for testing | Elective |
| Receive, prepare and dispatch pathology specimens | Elective |
| Take routine site measurements | Elective |
| Work safely with instruments that emit ionising radiation | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Training providers delivering Certificate II in Sampling and Measurement
It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.
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TAFE QUEENSLAND (RTO code 0275)
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CQUniversity Australia (RTO code 40939)
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- Skills Assure Supplier
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ABC Training & Consulting (RTO code 5800)
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Leichhardt Education and Training (RTO code 32368)
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AAA Training and Tuition (RTO code 46396)
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Australian Institute of Education and Training (RTO code 121314)
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Bellbird Park State Secondary College (RTO code 45532)
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Caloundra State High School (RTO code 30058)
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Centenary Heights State High School (RTO code 30258)
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Envirotech Education (RTO code 31871)
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Heatley Secondary College (RTO code 30295)
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Hervey Bay State High School (RTO code 30299)
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Ingham State High School (RTO code 30306)
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Kirwan State High School (RTO code 30387)
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LabTech Training Victoria Pty Ltd (RTO code 22545)
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LTT Group Pty Ltd (RTO code 51621)
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Mabel Park State High School (RTO code 30074)
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Mango Hill State Secondary College (RTO code 46626)
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Marsden State High School (RTO code 30117)
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Morayfield State High School (RTO code 30403)
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Mount Morgan State High School (RTO code 30409)
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Rochedale State High School (RTO code 30342)
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Shailer Park State High School (RTO code 30434)
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St James College (RTO code 45970)
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Tactic Learning (RTO code 52806)
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The Corporation of the Trustees of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane (RTO code 30351)
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The Ipswich State High School (RTO code 30069)
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Trade Academy Western Australia (RTO code 52719)
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Woodridge State High School (RTO code 30456)
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How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
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If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
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