PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN  

Clock Hours: 120 

• Theory: 80 hours 

• Lab: 20 hours  

• Clinical: 20 

This 120-clock hour program prepares the graduate to function as phlebotomist and as a vital member of the clinical laboratory team whose main function is to obtain patient's blood specimens by venipuncture and micro collection along with transportation of other clinical laboratory specimens.  

Specific Admission Requirements: 

1. The prospective student must be at least 17 years of age.  

2. A reading comprehension proficiency of at least 10th grade level.  

3. A Physical examination, which includes a TB test within the last 12 months  

4. Criminal Background Check (to be initiated by school) 

5. Copy of health insurance coverage if available 

Potential Places of Employment:  

Phlebotomists are employed throughout the health care system - hospitals, neighborhood healt centers, medical group practices, HMO's public health facilities, Veterans hospitals and blood banks.  

The field of phlebotomy has greatly expanded in the past several years and the role of this integral member of the health care team has recently been brought into much sharper focus. The threat of AIDS, hepatitis and risks to all segments of society from other infectious diseases has dramatically emphasized the need for quickly expanding training programs, while maintaining the highest possible standards of instruction and continuing education for these health care professionals. Patient safety and quality assurance, which adhere to the most stringent professional standards, are essential at every echelon of the health care process. Society’s continuing good health may very well depend on it.  

Certification Requirement:  

National certification to practice as phlebotomist is not required, however, successful graduates are encouraged to obtain a national certification. Benefits to obtaining a national certification may include: more job opportunities, an increased pay scale, job security, and increased subject matter expertise.  

Program Objectives/Outcomes:

At the end of the course, 

▪ The student will be able to demonstrate overall knowledge of phlebotomy practice 

▪ The student will be able to identify the organizational healthcare structure  

▪ The student will be able to demonstrate safety practices in the healthcare setting and when  

conducting phlebotomy 

▪ The student will be able to identify infection control strategies 

▪ The student will be able to use basic medical terminologies 

▪ The student will be able to identify body structure and functions 

▪ The student will be able to discuss the basic circulatory, lymphatic and immune system  

function and structure 

▪ The student will be able to identify the supplies needed for the venipuncture procedure  

▪ The student will be able to demonstrate the venipuncture procedure proficiently 

▪ The student will be able to demonstrate the dermal venipuncture procedure  

▪ The student will be able to articulate possible complications of venipuncture procedure  

▪ The student will be able to demonstrate arterial blood collection procedure  

▪ The student will be able to identify legal issues affecting the practice of phlebotomy