North Metropolitan TAFE

HLT57921

Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology and Practice

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This practical, hands-on course will help you gain the knowledge and skills required to work in a fast-paced, clinical environment.

You will be exposed to a variety of surgical procedures, emergencies and critical care environments. Anaesthetic technicians are typically employed in anaesthetic departments, operating theatres, emergency departments, intensive care and day surgeries.

As an anaesthetic technician you will work in consultation with, and under the direction of an anaesthetists, during the induction, maintenance and emergence phases of anaesthesia. Preparing and maintaining anaesthetic equipment, you will play a critical role in supporting quality health care and safe anaesthetic services within a multidisciplinary team.

Delivery mode

North Metropolitan TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Cnr Lord St and, Harold St, Mount Lawley

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $665 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$665
Full Fee Tuition:
$665
Enquire with North Metropolitan TAFE to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $665 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology and Practice will prepare you for the following role.

Anaesthetic Technician

An Anaesthetic Technician works with patients undergoing anaesthesia during medical procedures. You’ll discuss procedures with patients and gather ...

Avg yearly income $75,556
Entry barriers Low

About North Metropolitan TAFE

We are the largest TAFE college in Western Australia, with ten contemporary campuses across Perth’s north metropolitan area.

We offer over 350 courses from Certificate I to Advanced Diplomas, apprenticeships and traineeships, plus short courses and skill sets. Whether you’re just starting out in the workforce, looking to upskill, change careers or returning to work, we have a qualification to take you in the right direction.