Phlebotomy Technician

Class Information Phlebotomy Technician

Enter the field of phlebotomy with this comprehensive 130-hour program, designed to prepare professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for laboratory analysis. Engage in classroom and lab work sessions covering terminology, anatomy, physiology, and blood collection procedures. Through hands-on specimen practice and expert guidance, perfect puncture techniques. Students will graduate with 65 successful venipunctures.

Prerequisites

• Age requirement: You must be 18 years old or older.
• Unique email address: Each student must have a unique email address for registration.
• Computer and internet access: Regular access to a computer with high-speed internet is required. Bring a laptop computer to the first class.
• High school completion or GED: High school completion or GED is required for NHA certification.
  • Homeschool students must provide a signed certification of completion issued by a parent or guardian. Printable templates are available from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education website.

Location

Hybrid course: You will meet in person two to three times a week at the Silver Valley Fire Rescue Community Room, 911 Bunker Ave., Kellogg, ID, to work with an instructor and practice hands-on skills. The theory component is completed online in the Canvas classroom. Bring a Laptop computer to class to log on to Canvas.

Schedule

Class meets on Monday and Wednesday evenings.

Class Notes

• Included in tuition
  • Textbook
  • Online study program
  • Supplies
  • National Healthcareer Association Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam fee. The certification exam will take place at the NIC Workforce Training Center in Post Falls, ID.
• Appropriate attire
  • First day: Scrubs or comfortable, smart-casual wear.
  • Required by week four: Gray scrubs, no specific shade required.
    • You can purchase your scrubs anywhere, for example, Amazon or Walmart, as long as they are gray.
• Venipuncture practice
  • Practice on students will be expected; however, there will be plenty of simulation practice first. Additional details will be discussed in class.
    • Please be prepared to perform blood draws on yourself and other students.
    • You will be expected to bring adult volunteers to class on scheduled days to practice blood draws.
• Coursework and lab
  • You will complete coursework outside of class and meet in the lab to explore materials in depth, apply real-world scenarios, engage in critical thinking activities, and practice competency skills.
    • Plan 4 hours per week to complete outside coursework.
• Registration
  • Early registration is encouraged.
  • Seats are limited.

Payment Options and/or Funding Assistance
For more information on payment options and/or funding assistance, visit Workforce Training Center payment options and funding assistance or contact Customer Service at (208) 769-3214.