This program will prepare the student to qualify for certification and to function as a phlebotomy technician. The curriculum trains students to become skilled professional laboratory workers who will perform blood draws for all ages by venipuncture and dermal puncture, as well as collection of non-blood specimens. These health care professionals will practice safety precautions, follow all policies and procedures to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases, while maintaining patient confidentiality. A Phlebotomy Technician is an integral part of the medical team who interacts directly with patients and other health care providers. Professionalism, communication and office skills are incorporated into this certificate program to ensure a comprehensive outcome.
The Phlebotomy Technician Certificate program is designed to provide basic instructional information needed to start at the entry level in this medical profession.
Students will:
- qualify for the American Medical Technologist Certification Exam as a Registered Phlebotomy Technician
- demonstrate the ability to function as a competent phlebotomy technician in conjunction with a medical team in a laboratory or other health care setting
- apply proper infection control and blood borne pathogen prevention techniques
- build understanding and demonstrate proper procedures in handling confidentiality in the medical industry
- be prepared to function in an office environment with specific training in, but not limited to, medical terminology, telephone etiquette, customer service, and communication skills
- illustrate competency in technology to enhance office efficiency
- become familiar with specific laboratory tests and the relationship to the body
Phlebotomy Technicians are employed in hospitals, reference laboratories, doctor offices, clinics and blood banks.
To graduate, a student must achieve a minimum of āCā in all MED courses.


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