Skill set Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 8:42 PM AWST
22/07/2026 8:42 PM AWST
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Histotechnology Skill Set
Histotechnology Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
MSLSS00003
MSLSS00003
State Code
AF144
AF144
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
20/12/2022
Current Release Date
20/12/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
24/05/2023
Transition Date
—
Nominal Hours
275
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 20/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
Pathway Information
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Skill Set Entry Requirements
A Current Qualification Release or associated Course does not exist.
Target Group
Suggested words for statement of attainment
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEX73 | MSL975057 | Perform histological tests | 120 | Unit of competency |
| OEX89 | MSL973028 | Perform microscopic examination | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OEX94 | MSL954006 | Relate anatomical and physiological features to laboratory samples | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OEX93 | MSL974037 | Triage and allocate tissue specimens | 25 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD802 | MSLSS00001 | Histotechnology Skill Set | Skill set |