PBT-3022C - Phlebotomy Technician

Course Description

In this 4-month Phlebotomy Technician Certificate course, you’ll learn both the skills and knowledge needed to collect blood and other samples for medical testing. You’ll also explore important topics like patient safety, medical terms, ethics, legal rules, how the health care system works, and how to interact with patients. You’ll study basic human anatomy and how the body works to better understand where and how to collect samples. By the end of the course, you should feel confident performing specimen collection procedures in a variety of health care settings. This course may also help prepare you to take a national exam to become a certified phlebotomy technician. Some hands-on clinical experience may be included.

Learner Outcomes

Phlebotomy Technician students will:

• Be proficient using blood collection equipment.
• Maintain proper phlebotomy (venipuncture) technique.
• Be proficient with specimen handling and processing in a healthcare setting.
• Be familiar with issues regarding today’s healthcare setting.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and other healthcare professionals.

Notes

• Please bring your book on the 1^st day of class.
• Social Security Card & Driver's License will need to be brought on the 1^st of class.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR is required within (5) weeks after first day of class.  

A minimum of 56 hours of clinical is required. Students must be able to attend clinicals during daytime hours for (7) consecutive weekdays.

Program Costs

Cost: $183 plus associated books, tools, and supplies

Virginia residents pay the same tuition rate as in-state students for Workforce, Technologies & Community Education (WTCE) certifications and courses.

Many grant and scholarship opportunities are available as well. Please complete the WTCE Scholarship and Financial Aid Form and a counselor will review your information to see if you are eligible for assistance.