Certified Phlebotomy Technician -CPT

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN SYNOPSIS A. Course Objective (Description;

Competencies to be achieved) The Phlebotomy Technician Program is a

2-week program with a total of 40 clock hours that works under the

supervision of a license medical laboratory technician, physician, or

other individual with an advanced degree in the biomedical or related

sciences. The Phlebotomy Technician primary function is to collect blood

specimens from patients for the purpose of laboratory analysis.

Techniques used for this blood collection are taught which includes

patient’s preparation, processing, safety and regulatory compliance. The

training program prepares the student for employment as phlebotomy

technician. Students will identify and greet patients in a respectful,

compassionate way; Identify regulations and regulatory bodies such as

HIPPA, OSHA, &CLIA; Understand and apply standard Blood Borne

Pathogen infection control practices; Perform Quality Control procedures

for CLIA waived tests; Apply safety rules regarding the use and disposal

of sharps; Explain and perform specimen labeling for laboratory

analysis; Obtain blood samples utilizing various methods depending upon

the test ordered; Be able to explain the procedure for obtaining

capillary blood samples; Be able to explain the procedure for obtaining

venous blood samples. Requirements: Must be an active AZ Certified

Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Assistant or

have college level health education such as Anatomy & Physiology,

Microbiology, Nursing Chemistry (not all inclusive).Students are

required to be at least 18 of age, have a High School Diploma or GED

Certification, Pass the Test for Adult Basic Education (TABE): Students

must obtain 8.0 score in order to enroll in classes at the College of

Health Careers and/or under the discretion of the President & CEO

student may be admitted to the program B. Total cost of Program (include

all costs to student including testing, licensure): Program Cost:

$1,410.00 Tuition: $1,055.00 Registration Fee: $50.00 Books: $40.00

Supplies/Material: $150.00 Certification Exam: $115.00 C. Provide a list

of all books required for the program (even if cost of books in included

in tuition) Learning Resources: Mosby’s Textbook for Nursing Assistants,

9th Edition; Mosby’s Student Study Guide for Nursing Assistants, 9th

Edition. D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program

(even if costs are included in tuition): Watch with a sweep second hand;

Stethoscope; Blood Pressure Cuff; Gait Belt; E. WIOA Contact for

Enrollment Status/Credential Verification: Lorena Zendejas, M. Ed.;

lzendejas@rcbh.edu; 928-315-7600; F. Direct Website link to the program:

http://collegeofhealthcareers.rcbh.edu; G. Additional information;

Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions

for working in the occupation: None. H. Refund Policy: Refund policy is

available through the school catalog and the school website;

http://collegeofhealthcareers.rcbh.edu;Pg.44 I. Credentials (The

following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation

for each) Yes; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) • Industry:

Phlebotomy Technician is Industry Nationally Recognized through National

Healthcareer Association (NHA); • Stackable: Yes; It can be a compliment

to another program/course credential. • Portable: (Recognized in other

geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other

industries/companies): Yes. Some neighboring States require the National

Certification, offered by the school to those who want to become

Certified Phlebotomy Technicians; • Accredited Curriculum: (this is

referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school): Yes.

Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES); AZ Private

Post-Secondary Education Department J. Credential Attainment Rate

(Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a

postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized

equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the

training program): 100% Credential Attainment Rate.

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