PHLEBOTOMY PROGRAM Approved by the National Healthcare Association Tuition $ 2010.00
Phlebotomy is an essential diagnostic tool for managing patient care. Phlebotomists perform an important and integral role in the healthcare field in both the In-patient and Out-patient environments. Accuracy and competency are the key components to a successful career in phlebotomy. This program is consistent with the school’s educational mission that focuses on the provision and promotion of quality, career oriented programs, provided through classroom presentation, hands-on laboratory experience and clinical practice. This program is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to successfully collect, process and transport blood specimens. The program is conducted on 3 days or 3 evenings per week for 18 weeks. Upon successful completion graduates are eligible to sit for the NHA Exam, the cost of which is included in the tuition.
ADMISSION INFORMATION Students will be considered for admission when their application file is complete. Students are selected on a “first-qualified, first-admitted” basis.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or GED. Completed Application with $150.00 non-refundable application fee. ACCUPLACER assessment of reading, writing and math skills (see admissions page) A Criminal Records Check when admitted. 2 passport photos for ID badge and file. Additional Requirements: Students are required to purchase lab coats, books and course materials. Obtain a Health Examination completed and signed by your physician within the past 12 months. Required immunizations: * proof of vaccination against tetanus, rubella, rubeola, varicella and Hepatitis B * PPD (purified protein derivative) status for tuberculosis exposure Random drug screen as required
COURSE CONTENT Medical Terminology ………………….. 45 hours Computer Literacy……………………….45 hours Phlebotomy……………………………….68 hours Basic Life Support CPR……………….. 5 hours
H C T A reserves the right to cancel or postpone a class pending enrollment and to adjust tuition as necessary.