phlebotomy
phlebotomy course
phlebotomists are allied health professionals who use needles to draw blood from patients, usually for lab testing of various illnesses, blood transfusions, research, or blood donations. phlebotomists typically work in hospitals, doctor’s offices, and labs.
the phlebotomy course at dtc is an accredited phlebotomy training course that features hands-on training led by instructors with real-world experience. students learn phlebotomy in laboratory procedures, including the collection and handling of specimens for testing in both a facility and an outside laboratory environment.
the phlebotomy course prepares students to become a certified phlebotomy technician (cpt). in addition, students will be certified in cpr, aed, and first aid. start your new career with the phlebotomy course at dtc!
*not all programs and courses are available at all campuses.
- phlebotomy practice and quality assessment
- professional ethics, legal, and regulatory issues
- infection control
- medical terminology
- anatomy and physiology of organ systems
- venipuncture procedures
- capillary blood specimens
- specimen handling, transportation, and processing
- pediatric and geriatric procedures
- point-of-care collections
- blood cultures
- urinalysis, body fluids, and other specimens
- arterial, intravenous (iv), and special collection procedures
- safety and first aid
the phlebotomy course prepares students to take the ncct (national center for competency testing) certification exam necessary to become a certified phlebotomy technician (cpt). students will also be certified in cpr, aed, and first aid.
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phlebotomy faq
- the primary responsibility of a phlebotomist is to draw blood from patients for tests, transfusions, research, or blood donations. phlebotomists sometimes have to educate their patients and provide assistance if a patient has adverse reactions after their blood is drawn. source: “u.s. bureau of labor statistics”
- the largest employer of phlebotomists is hospitals, however they can also work in medical and diagnostic laboratories, ambulatory healthcare services, physicians’ offices, or outpatient care centers. source: “u.s. bureau of labor statistics”
- phlebotomist employment is projected to grow 17% through 2029, according to the u.s. bureau of labor statistics (bls), which is much faster than the average for all occupations (4%). that’s likely due to the demand for bloodwork in hospitals, labs, donor centers, etc. blood analysis is considered an essential function in medical laboratories and hospitals. the demand for phlebotomists is expected to remain high, and the job prospects are greatest for certified phlebotomists. source: “u.s. bureau of labor statistics”
- the total cost of 2022世界杯足球比赛时间表 ’s phlebotomy course, including books and supplies, is $2,000. for more information on program costs, please contact your local dtc campus.
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phlebotomists work directly with patients, so phlebotomy skills include both clinical duties as patient education. phlebotomists handle many different responsibilities, which require various skills including:
clinical duties:
- venipuncture procedures
- capillary blood specimens
- specimen handling, transportation, and processing
- blood cultures
- urinalysis, body fluids, and other specimens
- arterial, intravenous (iv), and special collection procedures
patient and theoretical knowledge:
- professional ethics, legal, and regulatory issues
- medical terminology
- anatomy and physiology of organ systems
- patient education
- coaching patients through the process
financial assistance is not available for the phlebotomy course.
enrollment and outcome information for all mississippi-based campuses and the accsc annual reports for each program in adobe pdf format. please note, all programs are not offered at all campuses.
is a career in phlebotomy right for you?
are you considering a career in phlebotomy? the first step is finding the right phlebotomy course near you. dtc’s phlebotomy course is an accredited phlebotomy training program that will prepare you to become a certified phlebotomist in less than 6 weeks.
is phlebotomy the right career for you? consider the following:
- phlebotomists should be compassionate, because some patients will be afraid of needles and phlebotomists need to create a kind, soothing environment.
- patience is also helpful when dealing with different types of patients. the time it takes to draw blood can vary by patient, depending upon a number of physical and/or emotional factors, such as fear of needles.
- attention to detail is important for phlebotomists. a phlebotomist is responsible for assembling and maintaining all the equipment for phlebotomy, including needles, tests tubes, and blood vials. correctly labeling the samples and entering patient information into databases is a primary part of being a phlebotomist.
if you are detail-oriented, patient, and compassionate, phlebotomy may be a great fit for your future career.
accreditations
dtc is accredited by the accrediting commission of career schools & colleges (accsc).
2022世界杯足球比赛时间表 is licensed by the mississippi commission on proprietary schools and college registration, certificate no. c-624. licensure indicates only that minimum standards have been met; it is not an endorsement or guarantee of quality. 2022世界杯足球比赛时间表 is authorized for operation as a postsecondary educational institution by the tennessee higher education commission.