Phlebotomy Technician

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IHP E05 - Phlebotomy Technician Training 
Phlebotomists are skilled health care professionals who have been trained to collect, transport, handle and process blood and other specimens for laboratory analysis using venipuncture and micro collection techniques. This course is designed for those interested in becoming phlebotomists, nurses, doctors, medical staff and anyone interested in the health care profession. The health care system of the laboratory, anatomy and physiology of the body systems, institutional procedures such as infection control, patient care issues such as specimen collection and handling, detailed content outline for certificate examination for phlebotomists and professionals including quality assurance and professional standards are covered. Phlebotomists must be able to identify and select equipment, supplies and additives used in blood collection and understand factors that affect specimen collection procedures and test results.

Career Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of phlebotomists is projected to grow 17% from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations.  Hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, blood donor centers, and other locations will need phlebotomists to perform bloodwork. 

Salaries vary depending on experience, hours, and location. The median annual wage for phlebotomists was $35,510 in May 2019.

Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent

Key topics and procedures include:

• Explain basic anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system
• Define "standard precautions" and apply its principles to all procedures
• Practice the use of medical terminology relating to the circulatory system
• List methods of client and specimen identification
• Describe proper bedside manner and how to prepare the client for venipuncture collection
• Identify locations on the human body appropriate for venipuncture collection
• Perform venipuncture by sterile needle and syringe, butterfly or the vacuum method
• Perform skin punctures to obtain capillary blood specimens
• Outline post-puncture care of the client
• Prepare blood specimens for the laboratory
• List potential pre-analytical sources of specimen error
• Explain the potential risks and complications of the venipuncture procedure
• Describe the role of quality assurance in the practice of phlebotomy
• Discuss the scope of practice of the certified phlebotomy technician
• Outline the process of application for state certification

Summer 2024
Morning Session
IHP E05 101
June 3 to August 19, 2024
Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays
9 a.m. to noon
H Building, Room H-126

In the event we are unable to meet in person, labs will be held virtually and led by your instructor.

Evening Session
IHP E05 102
June 3 to August 19, 2024
Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
H Building, Room H-126

In the event we are unable to meet in person, labs will be held virtually and led by your instructor.

Tuition: $2,250* (Textbooks not included)
* = Additional college registration and technology fees may apply
Textbooks and can be purchased through the Triton College Bookstore.  

 NHA Exam Information: 

Certified Phlebotomy Technician Exam Dates
NHA (National Healthcareer Association)

• To Be Announced