Students learn basic laboratory skills to collect and process high quality specimens for laboratory analysis. Clinical practicum includes 100 clock hours of clinical training in a CLIA-regulated, accredited laboratory with minimum performance of 100 successful, unaided blood collections including venipunctures and skin punctures. Classroom training and clinical practicum prepares students to take the ASCP Phlebotomy Technician certification exam.
It is up to the student to research eligibility requirements in the state for which the student desires to practice.
- Perform blood collection by venipuncture and skin puncture to obtain high quality specimens for clinical laboratory analysis.
- Use effective written and oral communication when interacting with patients and other healthcare workers to improve patient care.
- Collect and process blood specimens in a safe manner according to laboratory protocol.
- Discuss patient education and instructions related to specimen collecting for patients with diverse backgrounds, values, and behaviors.
- Individuals will meet eligibility requirements for ASCP national certification.
- Verify patient identity and correctly label and track specimens.
- Establish a professional relationship with the patient by providing pertinent information, education, and instruction regarding specimen collection; selecting and preparing the puncture site; collecting specimens; preparing and maintaining equipment; and caring for the patient after specimen collection.
- Enter data into a computer and perform clerical duties associated with lab test record keeping.
- Ability to be attentive to detail, work well under pressure, and have excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
- Maintain quality results by following procedures and testing schedules.
- Provide the highest standards in discreet and courteous lab service for patients, medical providers, and other healthcare workers.
- Recognize and use adequate safety equipment, personal protective equipment, and laboratory safety measures.
BCC guarantees, at a minimum, the following courses each quarter for the completion of this Career Pathway Certificate. A student can transfer in or take other courses that meet the requirements, though this is discouraged.
Cohort 1
Fall Term
Winter Term
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Cohort 2
Spring Term
Summer Term
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In order to complete the CWE students must be 18 years of age and have completed the Castle Branch Healthcare requirements (criminal background check, drug screen and required immunizations).