Phlebotomy
Program Description
From the Catalog
The goals of the Phlebotomy program are to provide academic and clinical education for capable individuals to acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for becoming a specialist in obtaining blood specimens by venipuncture and microtechniques, for the purpose of laboratory analysis. A phlebotomist must have knowledge of the healthcare system, the anatomy and physiology related to laboratory testing and phlebotomy, the collection and transport requirements for tests performed in all areas of the laboratory, documentation and patient records, and the interpersonal skills needed to provide quality patient care.
Program Core Competencies
As a result of completing this program, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate standard safety practices designed for the medical laboratory professions
- Perform basic phlebotomy procedures that include both venipuncture and capillary techniques
- Demonstrate standard quality assurance practices to ensure quality patient outcomes