The Phlebotomy Technology Specialist program educates students to collect blood and process blood and body fluids. Phlebotomy technicians typically work in concert with clinical laboratory personnel and other health care providers in hospitals or other health care facilities. Topics covered include human anatomy, anatomical terminology, venipuncture, and clinical practice.

• Requirements:

  • 10th to 12th Grades

  • GPA 2.0 OR Accuplacer Requirement

REQUIRED COURSES:

ALHS 1011 - Structure and Function of the Human Body: Focuses on basic normal structure and function of the human body. Topics include general plan and function of the human body, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous and sensory systems, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system.

PHLT 1030 - Introduction to Venipuncture: A study of the nutritional needs of the individual. Topics include: nutrients, standard and modified diets, nutrition throughout the lifespan, and client education.

PHLT 1050 - Clinical Practice: Provides work experiences in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on enhancing skills in venipuncture techniques. Topics include: introduction to clinical policies and procedures and work ethics; routine collections: adult, pediatric, and newborn; and special procedures.

ALHS 1090 - Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences: Introduces the elements of medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on building familiarity with medical words through knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes.

ALHS 1040 - Introduction to Health Care: Introduces a grouping of fundamental principles, practices, and issues common in the healthcare profession. In addition to the essential skills, students explore various delivery systems and related issues.