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Accelerated Phlebotomy Technician, TCC (AP81 ) (511009)  Technical Certificate of Credit

Campus Locations: Tift County High School

The Phlebotomy Technician program educates students to collect blood and process blood and body fluids. Phlebotomy technicians typically work in concert with clinical laboratory personnel and other healthcare providers in hospitals or other healthcare facilities. This accelerated program would offer a condensed curriculum that covers the fundamental knowledge and techniques of phlebotomy, infection control, and venipuncture procedures. It would also provide handson training through clinical rotations and simulations, allowing students to gain practical experience and develop
confidence in their abilities.

Length of Program: 1 Semester

Entrance Date: Beginning of each semester.

Entrance Requirements: Refer to Admission criteria. Click for Entrance Score Requirements.

Age: Applicant must be 16 years of age or older.

Education: An applicant must be a high school graduate or the equivalent (GED). College transcripts will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Program Final Exit Point: Accelerated Phlebotomy Technician, Technical Certificate of Credit.

Credits Required for Graduation: 13 minimum semester hour credits required for graduation.

Note: Credits from this program may be applied to a degree or a diploma program.

Curriculum Outline (8 hours)
1. Occupational Courses 8
ALHS 1011

Pre-requisite(s): Program Admission Focuses on basic normal structure and function of the human body. Topics include general plan and function of the human body, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous and sensory systems, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system.

5
PHLT 1030

Pre-requisite(s): Program Admission Provides an introduction to blood collecting techniques and processing specimens. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills needed to collect all types of blood samples from hospitalized patients. Topics include: venipuncture procedure, safety and quality assurance; isolation techniques, venipuncture problems, and definitions; lab test profiles and patient care areas; other specimen collections and specimen processing; test combinations, skin punctures and POCT; professional ethics and malpractice; and certification and licensure.

3
PHLT 1055

Provides work experiences in a clinical or simulated lab setting. Emphasis is placed on enhancing skills in venipuncture techniques. Topics include: introduction to clinical policies and procedures and work ethics; routine collections: adult, pediatric, and newborn; and special procedures.

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