Phlebotomy Technician Class

STARTS TBA

Duties

The primary responsibilities for a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I involves venipunctures and skin punctures. The primary responsibilities for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician II involves arterial punctures as well as venipunctures and skin punctures.

Duration

136 Hours / 15 Weeks / 4 Months

96 hour Didactic/On Campus Lab Training Program in Clovis, CA Externship: 40 hours. Shift varies by site Meets California State Phlebotomy Licensing Requirements

Qualifications

Currently working or has worked within the last 12 months in one of the approved allied health profession (Medical Assistant, EMT, LVN or RN).
Currently attending or graduate within the past 12 months from a Post-Secondary Institution (SJVC, UEI, etc.) with a focus on the medical field. Graduated with a 2.00 GPA or currently has at least a 2.50 GPA.
College units within in last 12 months in health education (Nursing, Anatomy and Physiology, Biology.)

Upon completion

Upon completion of the Phlebotomy Technician program, graduates should possess the following competencies:
- Demonstrate step-by-step methods for blood withdrawal
- Identify crucial elements of safety and infection control
- Identify and use common collection devices
- Basic understanding of laboratory test names