Description
PHL 1025 – Principles and Methods of Phlebotomy (4)
This course explores the principles of phlebotomy and the advanced topics necessary to become certified
and employed as a phlebotomist in the medical setting. Topics covered include anatomy and physiology
of the circulatory system, equipment and supplies needed for venipuncture, the venipuncture procedure,
pre-analytical errors, specimen processing, and capillary blood sample collection. This course also
includes EKG testing, non-blood specimens, point of care testing (POC), and arterial puncture. Students
Complete 45 hours lecture/lab during the first 4 weeks of the semester and 120 hours of phlebotomy
experience [clinical practicum] at a clinical affiliate agency during the last 3 weeks of the semester.
Clinical settings can include physician offices, reference laboratories, STAT laboratories, hospitals, or
other medical facilities.
Prerequisite: PHL 1010