Nationally Recognised Training

HLTPAT010 Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing

Nationally Recognised Training | RTO # 45746

This training delivers the nationally recognised unit of competency HLTPAT010 – Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing.

HLTPAT005 Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing has been superseded by HLTPAT010 – Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing, the updated industry standard for workplace drug and alcohol testing. The new standard reflects updated regulatory requirements and compliance standards.

If your workplace conducts drug and alcohol testing, we can help your organisation transition smoothly aligned with current Australian and New Zealand Standards, State and Commonwealth legislation, and industry codes of practice:

AS/NZS 4308:2023 – Urine collection and testing
AS/NZS 4760:2019 – Oral fluid collection and testing
AS 3547.1:2019 – Breath alcohol testing devices

Upon successful completion, you will be recognised as a competent collector for breath alcohol, oral fluid, urine, and confirmation samples.

What You’ll Learn

Roles and responsibilities of collectors and donors
Privacy, confidentiality, and legal compliance
Duty of care, fairness, and cultural sensitivity
Planning and conducting compliant screening procedures
Communicating respectfully about testing activities and results
Managing cross-reactivity and not-negative results
Testing in remote or challenging locations
Handling refusals or non-compliance
Notification protocols and record-keeping requirements

Delivery Options

Online / Self-Paced
Includes a practical kit delivered to your workplace. Students have up to 60 days from enrolment to complete:

Online theory (approx. 10 hours)
Written assessment (approx. 2 hours)
Practical assessment via video conferencing (approx. 1.5 hours)
Requires AS3547.1:2019 approved Breath Tester, a computer and access to a reliable internet connection.
Cost $650 per person (GST-free)

Face-to-Face
Delivered at your workplace with theory and practical components integrated into the training session. Pricing depends on student numbers and training location.

Certification

Statement of Attainment for HLTPAT010
Statement of Attainment Card for display when conducting testing

Support

We are dedicated to ensuring our students have a positive experience and achieve successful outcomes. Students have access to the training team Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm AEST via email or phone. All emails will be responded to within 48 business hours.

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HLTPAT010 Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing Now Replaces HLTPAT005

Why Training Matters

Under Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) guidelines, all drug screening officers must hold a Statement of Attainment (such as HLTPAT010) to demonstrate competency as a “collector” under Australian Standards.

Why Choose Our HLTPAT010 Training?

Our newly developed unit of competence HLTPAT010 Collect specimens for drugs of abuse testing is built to the highest compliance standards. It supports workplaces to maintain safe, compliant, and professional drug and alcohol testing programs by delivering:

- Robust, legally defensible collection practices
- Training aligned with VET requirements
- Practical, industry-relevant delivery
- Confidence for collectors in regulated environments

Flexible Training Options

We offer convenient delivery options to suit your organisation:

Face-to-Face Delivery – Onsite customised training at your workplace (quoted based on numbers and location).
Online Delivery – $650 per student, ideal for remote and regional teams needing flexibility.
Small Group Face-to-Face – Expression of Interest: Courses scheduled in Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, and Brisbane for individuals or small teams. If this suits your team, let us know on the registration form.