LP-1300 Introduction to Blood Collection
3 Credits
Introduction to theory and practice of phlebotomy. Principles of aseptic technique and familiarity with phlebotomy equipment. Performance of venipunctures and capillary punctures. Universal precautions and safety of phlebotomist and patient are strictly enforced.
Lecture: 2 hours. Laboratory: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-0995 Applied College Literacies, or appropriate score on English Placement Test to enroll in ENG-1010 College Composition I, and MATH-0955 Beginning Algebra or qualified Math Placement to enroll in College-level Mathematics, and departmental approval: admission to Health Career/Nursing program. Note: ENG-0990 Language Fundamentals II taken prior to Fall 2021 will also meet prerequisite requirements.
LP-1850 Laboratory Phlebotomy Practicum
2 Credits
Supervised clinical experience. Students rotate through inpatient and or outpatient phlebotomy departments of local clinical sites for 40 hours per week for 4-5 weeks, meeting performance objectives for entry-level laboratory phlebotomy technician.
Other Required Hours: 160 Clinical hours; course also includes .5 credit of online seminar activities.
Prerequisite(s): LP-1300 Introduction to Blood Collection or concurrent enrollment, and concurrent enrollment in LP-2970 Advanced Phlebotomy Seminar, and departmental approval.
LP-2970 Advanced Phlebotomy Seminar
1 Credit
Review of theory and techniques for phlebotomy procedures. Presentation of basic procedures involved in point-of-care testing and unregulated laboratory test procedures. Emphasis on universal precautions, safety, communication, interpersonal skills, and ethical considerations relating to patients. Seminar discussion of practicum experience.
Other Required Hours: Seminar: 1 hour per week.
Prerequisite(s): LP-1300 Introduction to Blood Collection and concurrent enrollment in LP- 1850 Laboratory Phlebotomy Practicum; or departmental approval.