PLBT 100L - Essentials of Phlebotomy (2)

This course focuses on the fundamentals of Phlebotomy and the technical skills of a Phlebotomist. Course content includes the history of phlebotomy, basic anatomy and physiology, infection control, specimen collection, various venipuncture techniques, dermal punctures, venipuncture complications, point-of-care testing, legal issues, and special non-blood specimen collection techniques. Successful completion of this course does not meet the industry requirements for employment as a phlebotomist (additional courses are required to meet employment eligibility).

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 100, BIOL 100L, and MAST 102