Phlebotomy

Description

The phlebotomy course is designed to teach basic venipuncture skills and techniques necessary to perform venous blood collection as laboratory phlebotomists or for the multi-skilled health care professional.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course of study in the Phlebotomy Program students should be able to:

1. Possess the necessary clinical skills to perform venous blood collection and micro-collection as a phlebotomist and as a multi-skilled health care professional.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the
· Circulatory system and vein anatomy
· Medical abbreviations and laboratory terminology
· Standard biohazard safety precautions
· Proper use, sanitation and disposal as required, of all laboratory equipment and supplies used in blood collection and micro-collection
· Medical laboratory forms relating to collection and handling of blood specimens
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic steps and perform standard and proper techniques of venipuncture.
4. Demonstrate proper and effective patient relations related to blood specimen collections, including patient safety, disclosure, confidentiality and general patient communications.
5. Possess the necessary skills and requirements to acquire the following Licenses and Certifications:
· Phlebotomist Certificate - This certificate is dependent on successful completion of phlebotomy class.
· HCA (Health Care Assistant License) - This license is obtained through an employer.
· National Certification (ex: NPA, ASCP) - This certification is dependent on required number of blood draws.
6. Possess the necessary skills in employment readiness to become employed as a phlebotomist in hospitals, medical laboratories, health organizations, health centers, medical group practices, home health agencies, blood banks, and insurance companies.

135 Clock Hours

Schedule

No class times listed. Please contact the instructor to schedule a session.

Pricing Details

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