Phlebotomy Technician

Offered By Meditec and Texas A&M Kingsville

Build the knowledge and skills for a career as a phlebotomist, including certification and an optional externship. Get started today!

PROGRAM DURATION:
300 hours/3 months

CERTIFICATIONS:
NHA CPT

COST:
$2,795

Program Overview

This program prepares you to collect blood specimens for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Over the course of your curriculum, you'll become familiar with all aspects of blood collection and review the skills needed to perform venipunctures safely. You'll learn terminology, blood collection procedures, order of draw, and other engaging topics.

By the end of the course, you'll be prepared to take the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam using the voucher we'll provide. You'll have the option of a clinical externship to accrue the required work experience.

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	Meditec	College	Other Online Schools
Program & Tuition Cost	$3500 Average	Up to $20,000	Average $3,000
Exams Fees, Books & Materials	Included	Up to $750	Up to $750
Program Completion Time	3-6 months	24-48 months	3-6 months
Tailored Content and Exams	Interactive and engaging learning methods to prepare you for your career	Resource Library	N/A
Schedule/Flexibility	100% online and available 24/7	Set Schedule	100% online and available 24/7
Student Support	Student and Peer Support - Text, Call, Email	Scheduled Office Hours	Support Email

Program Details

In this self-paced online program, you'll discover the purpose and application of phlebotomy in various health care settings.

You'll learn the diagnostic reasoning, equipment, and techniques used for blood collection, including venipuncture, capillary puncture, and arterial puncture. Additionally, you'll appreciate the ever-evolving use of technology in phlebotomy processing.

Finally, we'll explore critical aspects of quality patient care and legal topics that protect both the patient and the health care professional.

This program includes a registration voucher for the CPT exam, offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). We'll also provide an online study guide and practice exams to help you prepare.

Please note that the NHA has certain eligibility requirements to sit for the CPT exam, including a high school diploma or the equivalent, successful completion of a program like ours, and work experience that includes performing at least 30 successful venipunctures and 10 successful capillary sticks on live individuals. Mannequins may not be used to meet these requirements.

This program's optional 40-hour unpaid clinical externship with a local healthcare provider can be a good way to fulfill your experience requirements. You must pass a background check and a drug screen to be eligible, and depending on the requirements of your externship site, you may need to show proof of immunization, 2-step TB test, flu shot, and CPR certification. You'll be responsible for any additional fees involved.

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Introduction to Phlebotomy
- The Historical Development of the Phlebotomy Profession
- The Role of a Modern-Day Phlebotomist
- Phlebotomy as a Career
The Circulatory System
- Cardiovascular System – The Heart
- Cardiovascular System – Blood Vessels
- Cardiovascular System – Blood
- Lymphatic System
- Ailments of the Circulatory System
Phlebotomy Equipment
- Equipment for Performing Venipuncture Procedures
- Additives Found in Specific Blood Collection Vessels
- Proper Order of Blood Draws
Procedures for Venipuncture
- Procedures for Performing Venipuncture
- Cardiovascular System – Blood Measures to Ensure Proper Patient Identification
- Interpreting Blood Draw Orders and Prioritization
Blood Collection Issues and Complications
- Maintaining Specimen Quality
- Venipuncture Complication Identification
- Working with Vascular Access Sites and Devices
Equipment and Procedures for Capillary Puncture
- Common Reasons for Capillary Puncture
- Capillary Puncture Procedures
- Equipment for Capillary Puncture
Special Specimen Collection and Point-of-care Testing
- Special Specimen Collection Events and Required Equipment
- Point-of-Care Testing and Its Benefits
- Aseptic vs. Sterile Collection Technique and When Sterile Collection Technique is Used
Handling and Processing of Specimens
- Computer Components and Terminology
- Specimen Handling Procedures
- Health Information Management Systems
- Specimen Processing and Rejection Lesson
Non-Blood Specimen Collection, Handling and Tests
- Common Types of Non-blood Specimen Collection
- Non-blood Specimen Laboratory Test
- Handling and Proper Labeling of Non-blood Specimens
Procedures for Arterial Puncture
- Arterial Puncture and Its Purpose
- Arterial Puncture Equipment
- Arterial Puncture Procedures
- Arterial Puncture Complications and Errors
Pathogens, Laboratory Safety, and First Aid
- Blood-Borne Pathogens
- Laboratory Safety
- First Aid Lesson
Quality Control and Legal Compliance
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Basic Legal Language
- HIPAA and PHI
- Potential Legal Concerns with Phlebotomy

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