Phlebotomy
Certificate
(16 semester hours minimum)
The Phlebotomy certificate is designed for students who wish to obtain and validate competency in the process of taking blood specimens from patients.
Learners who complete the Phlebotomy certificate will:
- Understand, demonstrate, and continuously utilize the principles of medical asepsis and standard precautions, as well as other safety precautions
- Understand the professional roles of a phlebotomist in relation to the healthcare delivery system
- Perform various blood collection techniques and understand their importance
- Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate and effective application of legal and ethical standards of practice
- Integrate knowledge and skills acquired to function as a competent phlebotomist
- Promote effective oral communication skills to patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals
- Demonstrate and utilize appropriate medical terminology and abbreviations, as related to the clinical laboratory
For further information contact Program Coordinator Cheri Goretti.
Program Requirements
(See also General Requirements)
| Required | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| HLT* 141 | Techniques in Phlebotomy | 4 |
| HLT* 294 | Phlebotomy Practicum | 3 |
| COM* 171 | Fundamentals of Human Communication | 3 |
| MED* 125 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| PSY* 111 | General Psychology I | |
| or | ||
| PSY* 112 | General Psychology II | 3 |
| Total Program Credits: | 16 | |
