Phlebotomy

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM (8 WEEKS) 80 HOURS

This is a certification education program (80hrs) that prepares the student to be able to confidently and efficiently collect, process blood and other samples for medical laboratory analysis. The program introduces students to the medical terminology as well as the biological functions of the human body. The program is certified by State Council of Higher Education (“SCHEV”). Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to sit for the National Phlebotomy Certification Examination offered by National Health Association (NHA). Graduates are qualified to work in laboratories, hospitals, physician office and clinics.

Admission Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• Valid Identification card [driver’s license, state ID, Passport]
• Social Security card
• Criminal Background check by ASNAH ($50.00)
• Valid CPR (Healthcare provider by American Heart Association) Offered on ASNAH campus
• TB Test (PPD test/Quantiferon gold test/chest X-ray)
• Hepatitis B (if needed by clinical agency).

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS & OBJECTIVES

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Program hours: 80 Hours
Program duration: 8 weeks
Program delivery mode: Residential

This is a certification education program that prepares the student to be able to confidently and efficiently collect, process blood and other samples for medical laboratory analysis. The program introduces students to the medical terminology as well as the biological functions of the human body. The program includes hands – on learning experience and laboratory skills to prepare the student for an entry level job. The program is certified by State Council of Higher Education (“SCHEV”). Upon completion, graduates are awarded a Phlebotomy Technician certificate of completion and eligible to sit for the National Phlebotomy Certification Examination offered by National Health Association (“NHA”). Graduates are qualified to work in laboratories, hospitals, physician officeandclinics. Classes are conducted with 5-10 students in a class.

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of the Phlebotomy Technician program, the student should be able to:

1. Understand roles and responsibilities of the Phlebotomy Technician including law and regulations governing the practice.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of infection control principles and safe practices
3. Demonstrate the importance of timely specimen collection in the delivery of patient care
4. Demonstrate knowledge of collection equipment, various types of additives used, special precautions necessary and substances that can interfere in clinical analysis of blood constituents.
5. Follow standard operating procedures to collect specimens via venipuncture and capillary (dermal) puncture.
6. Demonstrate understanding of requisitioning, specimen transport and specimen processing.
7. Demonstrate understanding of quality assurance and quality control in Phlebotomy.
8. Communicate effectively and appropriately in the workplace.
9. Apply self-management skills, including time management, stress management, and adapting to a rapid changing healthcare system.
10. Sit for the Phlebotomy Certification examination and practice as an entry level professional Phlebotomy Technician.

Tuition details for this program are available at our Tuition & Finance page. For inquiries regarding our Phlebotomy Program, kindly call 703-490-8402.