Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy is a 164-hour two-part course that prepares students to draw blood specimens from patients/clients for analysis.
The first part of the course includes 120 hours of classroom instruction with extensive lab practice. Curriculum focus is on basic anatomy and physiology; proper selection/collection of blood specimens via capillaries and veins; proper techniques for care of blood specimens; use and maintenance of laboratory equipment; appropriate interpersonal communication skills with patients/clients and healthcare team members; data entry and associated clerical duties for accurate record keeping.
The second part of the course requires 44 hours of clinical rotation. Clinical begins with a four hour lab tour following by 40 consecutive hours in an assigned facility, wherein the student will demonstrate proficiency of knowledge and skills acquired, though interactions with patients/clients.
A comprehensive written evaluation and mock competency is administered to confirm student competency at the end of the first course. Upon successful completion of this two-part course, the student will receive a certificate.
As a Phlebotomist...
The phlebotomist collects and processes blood for testing in the clinical setting. In addition, he/she may be asked to assist with routine laboratory procedures under the direct supervision of medical and clinical laboratory technologists or laboratory managers.
Estimated Salary
Based upon the evaluation of local job opportunities, an estimated starting salary would be: $18,720/year or $9.00/hr.
Costs
Registration Fees
- $175 Class/Lab
- $120 Clinical
$295 Total
Additional Fees
- Textbooks
- Laboratory coat
- Malpractice insurance
Admission Requirements
- High school diploma/GED
- 18 years of age
For Additional Information
Contact Corporate and Continuing Education Department Monday - Thursday 8 am - 8 pm and Friday, 8 am - 5 pm at (828) 726-2242 or contact Jan Middleton, Director of Health Services, at (828) 726-2256 or email at jmiddleton@cccti.edu.
