Phlebotomy
Next Hybrid Phlebotomy Class starts October 7th, 2024
The Phlebotomy Program is a comprehensive course designed to teach students the technical skills and procedural knowledge essential to the practice of basic phlebotomy. This includes anatomy of the circulatory system, collection, processing, and handling of blood specimens and venipuncture. This phlebotomy program includes theory and hands-on instruction. The course will have an emphasis on professionalism, patient and workplace safety, blood borne pathogens quality assurance, universal and standard precautions. For students to master the technique of drawing blood specimens, students will practice on special phlebotomy mannequins as well as on fellow classmates. For successful completion of the course students will be required to complete 30 successful unassisted venipunctures and 10 capillary "live" sticks.
Graduates of our program may find suitable entry level employment as a phlebotomist in areas within the hospital systems, laboratories, Infusion centers, Nursing homes, home health care, Dialysis centers and Physician offices
Upon successful completion of the course students will be awarded a certificate of course completion. Students will also be well prepared and eligible to sit and pass the National Phlebotomy Certification Exam (NPCE), offered through the American Society for Clinical Pathology to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician, or National Heathcareeer Association (NHA).
Course Format and Exam
The Phlebotomy program is offered in two forms: in person or as hybrid. The hybrid model classroom instruction is a combination of scheduled lecture instruction, skill lab demonstration and participation. Students may take lecture classes online from home and will come into the physical school for skills lab. Students must have access to a computer and the internet and must be able to access Google Classroom, Zoom, and WhatsApp on their devices. This course is designed to teach students the safe and correct technique of drawing blood specimens. Students will practice specialized phlebotomy manikins as well as “live sticks" on fellow classmates and volunteers.
Students will have daily reading assignments, and a weekly quiz posted on Google Classroom. The final exam will be held on the last day of class.
Admission Requirements:
For consideration of admission to the school, proof of the following is required:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a social security card (non-laminated), and proof of legal status in United states.
- Have a valid driver’s license or state or federally issued photo ID. Photocopies are NOT accepted
- Be able to read, write, and speak English
- Provide proof of successful completion of public, private, or home schooling at the high school level or obtainment of a recognized high school equivalency credential or GED.
- Cannot be listed as unemployable on the Employee Misconduct Registry (EMR) and cannot have been convicted of a criminal offense as listed in Texas Health and Safety Code 250.006.
- Be in good health and able to bend, twist, lift at least 50 pounds, and be free from communicable disease.
Course content includes:
- Introduction to Phlebotomy and Infection Control
Students will be able to describe the role of a phlebotomist and discuss the areas of potential employment. Standard precautions and bloodborne pathogen standards will also be covered. Basic hand hygiene and correct use of personal protective equipment. Overview of the structure and purposes of laboratory departments, their services and their essential key to diagnosis
- Legal Issues in Healthcare
Students will discuss negligence versus malpractice, the basic elements of negligence, and standards of care. Identification of patients’ rights and understanding the scope of practice as a phlebotomist.
- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
Human anatomy with an emphasis on the circulatory and cardiovascular system will be mastered. The elements and proportion of blood; stages of hemostasis and blood vessels will be learned.
- Medical Terminology
Students will learn medical terminology pertaining to phlebotomy and laboratory services.
- Phlebotomy Equipment and Supplies
The student will identify and explore the use of the equipment and supplies used for performing phlebotomy.
- Phlebotomy Procedures I& II
Student will understand the performance of phlebotomy and capillary collections, including proper order of drawing, labeling and specimen handing. Student will also study the basic storage, transportation and processing of specimens. Proper laboratory conduct and safe equipment uses.
- Phlebotomy Fundamental Essentials
The student will explore venipuncture complications, specimen handling and how to avoid hemolysis. Blood collection for Pediatrics and neonates
Required Student Materials
Text Requirements
Phlebotomy Worktext and Procedures Manual 5th Ed
Students are required to have internet and computer access with a web camera to attend lectures and complete all assignments and testing.
A laptop or electronic notebook (iPad, MacBook, or Samsung Galaxy) is required for all classes. A smart phone may be used in addition to the laptop but cannot be substituted for laptop.
Total cost of Phlebotomy course $1095.00
The National Healthcare Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam fee $125 is NOT included and must be paid directly to NHA by student.
Payment Plan
Students may pay the full tuition upon enrollment or opt for a four-payment option with no additional interest. Those opting for the four-payment option must pay $100.00 at time of enrollment, $332.00on the first day of class, $331.50 on the Friday of the second week of class, and $331.50 on the Thursday of the third week of class.