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Phlebotomist Training Requirements
Current training requirements for phlebotomists in the USA can vary widely from state to state. Some
states require their health care professionals with blood drawing responsibilities to be certified in
phlebotomy, others don't. Many phlebotomists acquire their skills through phlebotomy workshops
offered through the Red Cross, others are formally trained through vocational training programs, or on the
job. There are so many phlebotomists with different backgrounds and training doing blood draws! In
California new phlebotomy
regulations were adopted into law and signed by the Secretary of State on January 9, 2003 with an
effective date of April 9, 2003 where all new phlebotomy students need to obtain:
High school graduate transcripts or GED 40 hours classroom (didactic) instruction 40 hours practical training 50 venipunctures & 10 skin punctures
Forms of Phlebotomy Training
A formal phlebotomy training program typically lasts 4 to 8 months. While a degree is not necessary many
vocational training institutions offer degree programs in medical laboratory technology, or shorter phlebotomy
certification programs that prepare phlebotomists for the job.
Formal Phlebotoy Training
Formal training through caring phlebotomy instructors best prepares
students for employment as phlebotomists. Educational institutions now recognize and accommodate a working
person's schedule. Many schools offer morning, afternoon, and evening classes to accommodate their
student's work and personal life and are open for extended hours. Often they also have resource labs that
allow students to learn at their own pace and convenience. Phlebotomy training is usually provided at a
community college, or at a business, vocational, or technical school.
Phlebotomy students in the RIO phlebotomy
lab:
ATTENTION: Please realize that this video
(published from YouTube) is NOT HERE TO TEACH you phlebotomy techniques, but
merely to show you different scenarios of the phlebotomist's daily routine. The video may contain techniques, or procedures that do not conform to proper, and
safe venipuncture protocol. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.
Skills Refinement
Skills that were taught in the classroom are refined on the job. As the number of blood draws increases, the
better the technique and skills. In addition to taking continuing education courses through web sites or
professional magazines phlebotomists can attend conferences and courses to keep their knowledge up to date and
maintain their credentials.
*When it comes to the legal and
regulatory requirements for phlebotomists in other states they should do everything to remain well informed and
staying abreast with their regulations and any (possible) upcoming revisions.
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