Phlebotomy Technician

This is a 40-hour introductory program designed to prepare students for an entry-level position as a phlebotomist or for more advanced training programs (nursing, respiratory therapist, medical assistant or for medical school). The program can prepare students to work in clinics, hospitals, plasma and blood collection centers, schools, doctor’s offices, labs and residential facilities.

1. To prepare students to work in the health care field as a phlebotomist or lab specialist.
2. To learn important safety and legal issues related to phlebotomy
3. To learn effective communication skills.
4. To introduce students to the phlebotomy lab.
5. To help students gain competency in obtaining blood samples and how to obtain non-blood samples
6. To teach students how to prepare samples for lab testing to assure adequate results.
7. To teach students the techniques used to collect, handle, store, test, and transport blood specimens.

Program Length: 40 hours

Delivery Method: Classroom, lab and Distance Education

Textbook: Phlebotomy Work text and Procedures Manuel; Warekois, Robin S., Robinson, Richard; Elsevier Saunders, 2012.

Award: Certificate

Pre-requisites:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have obtained a high school diploma or GED
• Must be proficient in English (written and oral)
• Must pass a pre-admission assessment

PHLB101: Introduction to the Field of Phlebotomy. This 16-hour introductory course is part of a nationally certified phlebotomy program that prepares students to work as a phlebotomist. Students explore the professional life of today’s phlebotomist and learn to draw blood within a variety of health care settings. Communication and organizational skills are essential components of a successful career in phlebotomy. The phlebotomist must also be aware of important legal issues and patient confidentiality. The Introduction to the Field of Phlebotomy course teaches students all aspects of a career in phlebotomy as well as introduces students to lab work and tests associated with phlebotomy.

PHLB102: Specimen Collection and Handling. This is a 24-hour course that introduces students to venipuncture equipment, routine venipuncture, and how to collect, handle, store and transfer blood specimens. More time is spent in the lab in this course allowing students unlimited opportunities to practice blood draws and sticks and to learn the order of the draw, how to use blood collection equipment and supplies.