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Phlebotomy Technician   

The phlebotomy course is a combination of online learning, lectures, practical labs, and a rotation in a clinical setting.  This course is designed to prepare students for the NHA (National Healthcare Association) Phlebotomy Technician certification exam. Upon completion, students will be able to 1) draw blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods 2) match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes 3) dispose of contaminated sharps, blood, or other biohazard fluids in accordance with laws and standards 4) draw blood from capillaries by dermal punctures, such as heel or finger stick methods 5) enter patient, specimen, insurance, or billing information into computer 6) collect fluid or tissue samples and specimens at specific time intervals for tests 7) organize or clean blood-drawing trays, ensuring that all instruments are sterile and all needles or syringes are new.

Classroom/Laboratory-ten weeks, 60 hours

Clinical Rotation-two weeks, 80 hours

The clinical rotation is a mandatory component of the course and will span two weeks. This rotation will not be scheduled until all required documentation-including background check, drug screening, and immunizations records-has been submitted by due date, and successful completion of all coursework and laboratory activities.

Upon successful completion of all coursework, laboratory activities and clinical externship  requirements, students will sit for the proctored National HealthCareer Association (NHA) certification exam, conducted at Volunteer State Community College.

  • Phlebotomy Technician - In-Person 
  • Fee: $995.00
    Classroom Dates: 10/21/2025 - 1/1/2026
    Classroom Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Days: Tu Th
    Address: 1000 Neal Street Cookeville, TN 38501
    Room: 221
    Item Number: F25COEPHLEW09
    CEU: 14
    Contact Hours: 140
    Instructor: Rebecca Houghton

    Course Information:

    The phlebotomy course is a combination of online learning, lectures, practical labs, and a rotation in a clinical setting.  This course is designed to prepare students for the NHA (National Healthcare Association) Phlebotomy Technician certification exam. Upon completion, students will be able to 1) draw blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods 2) match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes 3) dispose of contaminated sharps, blood, or other biohazard fluids in accordance with laws and standards 4) draw blood from capillaries by dermal punctures, such as heel or finger stick methods 5) enter patient, specimen, insurance, or billing information into computer 6) collect fluid or tissue samples and specimens at specific time intervals for tests 7) organize or clean blood-drawing trays, ensuring that all instruments are sterile and all needles or syringes are new.

    Classroom/Laboratory-ten weeks, 60 hours

    Clinical Rotation-two weeks, 80 hours

    The clinical rotation is a mandatory component of the course and will span two weeks. This rotation will not be scheduled until all required documentation-including background check, drug screening, and immunizations records-has been submitted by due date, and successful completion of all coursework and laboratory activities. DO NOT COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS-WE WILL PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS.

    Upon successful completion of all coursework, laboratory activities and clinical externship  requirements, students will sit for the proctored National HealthCareer Association (NHA) certification exam, conducted at Volunteer State Community College.

     

 

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