Clinical Training in Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy

Course Description

This training prepares the student to draw blood specimens from patients for the purpose of testing and analyzing blood. A phlebotomist’s job includes maintenance of equipment used in obtaining blood specimens, the use of appropriate communication skills when working with patients, the selection of venipuncture sites, the care of blood specimens and the entry of the testing process into the computer, as well as clerical duties associated with record keeping of the blood tests. This course consists of the theory and clinical experience in performing blood collections.

Requirements

Candidate must provide documentation of ONE of the following:

  • Current Nursing Assistant I registry listing OR
  • Certificate of completion from NC approved Nursing Assistant I program (completed within the past 2 years), OR
  • Direct patient care experience (i.e. Nurse, CMA, EMT, Med Office Assistant) with a letter of recommendation on letterhead from a clinical professional who supervised this care (within the past 2 years)

Students must also meet the following requirements:

Estimated Cost

  • Registration: $175.00
  • Lab Fee: $5.00
  • Liability Insurance: $18.00 (nonrefundable, valid for one year)
  • Parking Permit: $15.00
  • Total (approximate): $213.00 + Books

Books

  • Phlebotomy Essentials
  • Forsyth Tech Community College Phlebotomy Program Policy Book

Contact the bookstore (336.734.7754) for current textbook prices.

* all prices subject to change

Not Included

  • CPR registration/related costs (approximately $70.00 + book)
  • Uniform and shoes
  • Criminal Background Check/Drug Screen. (starts at $58.00)
  • Career Readiness Certificate (CRC) – optional but recommended ($30.00)
  • National Certification Exam ($78.00 - $125.00)