Are you a fresher and looking to start your career as a phlebotomist or are you currently employed in the healthcare profession and looking to expand your phlebotomy skills in order to build a rewarding career in this field? Or simply want to understand the blood collection procedure and gather skills to handle and transport specimens securely. This comprehensive phlebotomy course online is ideal for you!
Course Highlights
You will be given ample opportunity to practise on the manikins
Face to Face Practical Training
National Occupational Standard for Obtaining Venous Blood Sample
Demonstrate appropriate infection control principles when performing training
3 Hours of Remote Theoretical Learning
7 Hours of Face-to-Face Training Sessions at Swindon Centre
7 Hours of Face-to-Face Training Sessions at Bristol Centre
1 Day of Face-to-Face Training Sessions at Birmingham Centre
8 Hours of Face-to-Face Training Sessions at London Centre
Once confident at taking blood from the manikin you will have the opportunity to take blood from a fellow participant with consent.
Accredited by the CPD Certification
Designed by expert healthcare professionals.
This extensive course covers the following credentials:
Venepuncture process
Vial labelling
Blood-taking techniques
Safety protocols,
Needle safety techniques
Processing of blood samples
Prioritising patients
System of needle measurement
Maintaining the accuracy of specimen labels
Controlling and preventing infection
Techniques for preserving clinical proficiency
Legal repercussions of bad behaviour
Causes of infection and needed records
Identify the veins used for Venepuncture (Phlebotomy)
Solving issues might arise during the actual operation
Classroom-Based Phlebotomy Training Course
To ensure effective training, our classroom-based learning is divided into two parts:
Remote theoretical learning (online)
For the first part of our phlebotomy course online, we provide in-depth theoretical learning which you can complete from the comfort of your home. You can go on to the practical learning portion once the coursework and assessments have been successfully completed.
Face-to-face practical learning (designated London-based office, with a similar structure at Swindon, Bristol and Birmingham offices)
As part of the practical training, you will receive practical demonstrations and hands-on experience to justify your role.
The practical learning part is divided into two learning slots with each weighing 4 hours of time:
First 4 hours session: Through practical demonstration using a mannikins, you will be taught how to smoothly draw blood, reduce risks, and control the patient’s reaction.
Last 4 hours of sessions: You will then have the chance to draw blood from fellow participants with consent while being closely supervised.
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Who is this Phlebotomy Training Course for?
This phlebotomy course is primarily aimed at:
Phlebotomists
Health Visitors
Physiotherapists
Occupational Therapists
Healthcare professionals
Nurses, midwives, phramcists and doctors
Freshers looking to begin their career as a phlebotomist
Anyone looking to enhance their blood-sampling skills
Whether you are a fresher looking to kickstart your career in the field of phlebotomy or a practicing healthcare looking to enhance your phlebotomy skills, this course will help you achieve your professional aspirations by all means.
Entry Requirements There are no academic entry requirements for this online phlebotomy course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds.
Entry Requirements
There are no academic entry requirements for this blood taking course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds.
However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection.
Assessment Method
In this phlebotomy course learners will be assessed through observation. That means during the practical training you will be observed by the supervisor/trainer. Upon successful demonstration of blood sampling and blood draw, you will be awarded a CPD-accredited certificate that is accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world.
We also offer face-to-face practical training for Cannulation Training, Catheterisation Training, and Advanced / Competency Phlebotomy Training
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Introduction
Module 2: Steps Before Withdrawing Blood (Venepuncture)
Module 3: Basic Anatomy Lessons
Module 4: Dos and Donts for Vein Selection
Module 5: Preparation for Venepuncture
Module 6: Managing Patient’s Expectations
Module 7: Complications Issues during Venipuncture
Module 8: Processing of Blood Samples
Module 9: Conclusion
Recognised Accreditation
This phlebotomy course is accredited by Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement.
CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing the phlebotomy course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.