PHB 100 - Phlebotomy Technician

Credits: 2.5
Instructional Contact Hours: 4

Prepares students with an overview of the healthcare field, and the skills and knowledge to properly and safely collect a blood or body fluid specimen and prepare the specimen for testing by the medical laboratory. Utilizes a variety of blood collection methods, including vacuum, syringe, and capillary puncture. Provides experience with quality control, infection control, safety procedures, as well as laboratory computer systems. Includes safety practices to protect themselves and the patient, and an understanding of performing CLIA waived laboratory tests. In addition to the theory component, the course will consist of hands-on laboratory training in blood collection techniques.

Prerequisite(s): High School GPA of 2.3 or higher OR completion or concurrent enrollment in ENG 111 or ENG 111A, OR a Guided Self-Placement (GSP) recommendation of ENG 111 or ENG 111A AND completion of MTH 095 or higher OR completion of the Math Guided Self- Placement process
Corequisite(s): PHB 101
Lecture Hours: 27.5 Lab Hours: 27.5
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: No

Outcomes and Objectives

Demonstrate knowledge of the theory and principles of phlebotomy practice.
1. Properly and safely perform a variety of blood collection methods in a variety of healthcare settings.
2. Properly collect blood and body fluid specimens utilizing infection prevention techniques, proper patient identification, proper specimen labeling, and quality assurance.
3. Properly handle, process, and accession patient specimens; blood and non-blood.
4. Demonstrate a basic understanding of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, safety procedures, legal and ethical issues, infection control, and the healthcare system.
5. State the theory and principles of CLIA waived testing.
6. Apply Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards in all areas of healthcare.