Phlebotomy Technician, FastForward Credential Program

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Description

Phlebotomy Technicians perform clinical tasks in hospital laboratories, medical offices and healthcare clinics and other health practitioners. Phlebotomists collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis.

Students who complete Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) training and achieve a passing score on the national Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification exam are equipped with the foundation and skills they need to perform in modern healthcare settings, including:

Effective communication and patient interaction
Accurate reading and documenting of medical records
Medical terminology
Anatomy and physiology of the hand, leg and foot
Laboratory operations, quality assurance & safety
Blood collection procedures
Proper exam room preparation, specimen handling and infection control
Understanding and executing directions from healthcare supervisors

Trainee Requirement Details

Includes up to 90 hours of lecture and hands-on labs. An optional clinical externship of up to 40 hours is recommended. Trainees must be at least 18 years of age. Background check, drug screen and successful completion of First-Aid/CPR course for healthcare workers course (included) is required to participate in clinicals.

FastForward

This a FastForward Program. Qualifying Virginia residents may be eligible for FastForward financial assistance, which could reduce the cost of tuition by two-thirds.

Get more information on upcoming courses:

Contact Robin Jennings, FastForward Career Coach at (540) 863-2899 or rjennings@mgcc.edu for more information and to register.