Phlebotomy Technicians are essential to proper healthcare worldwide as they are responsible for drawing blood needed for tests, donations, transfusions, and research. As the population ages and diseases spread across the globe, the need for qualified phlebotomists will only increase. This 100% online course will train you to work as a phlebotomy technician and prepare you for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
To take this online course, you should have one of the following: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, entrance test, or previous healthcare experience.
To qualify for the certification exam, a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Please check with your state for any specific requirements they might have before registering for the course.
Dr. Barry Martin has been working in the medical lab for the past 15 years as a certified medical laborato-ry scientist. Dr. Martin received his doctorate degree from Liberty University, his master's degree from NC A&T State University, and undergraduate degrees from Winston-Salem State University, UNCG, & Lenoir-Rhyne College. Dr. Martin has a vast amount of experience working in the lab and enjoys sharing his knowledge with others.
Dr. Georgia McCauley has worked as a phlebotomy and medical laboratory science educator for 25 years and has a certified medical laboratory scientist for over 40 years. She earned a PhD and an MBA in Health Care Administration, and undergraduate degrees in business and medical technology.
Dr. Karen Hunter holds a PhD and Master of Science in Health Care Administration and undergraduate de-grees in Biology and Medical Technology. She has been a certified Medical Technologist for more than 30 years and has over 20 years of experience in Medical Laboratory Science and Phlebotomy education. Highlights of her career include designing and implementing a Medical Laboratory Science program at the Polytechnic of Namibia, Africa and developing Phlebotomy workshops at several Community Colleges.
Phlebotomy Technician are responsible for drawing blood needed for tests, donations, transfusions, and research, conducting patient interviews, checking patients' vital signs, and transporting blood samples to the laboratory for testing.
Whether you choose to work in a hospital, medical lab, blood donation center, or doctor’s office, phlebotomy technicians perform an essential function our healthcare system by working directly with patients as well as doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
According to the BLS, blood analysis remains an essential function in medical laboratories and hospitals. Demand for phlebotomists will remain high as doctors and other healthcare professionals require bloodwork for analysis and diagnosis. In addition to blood analysis, phlebotomists are necessary for blood collection, either at mobile blood centers or dedicated donation centers. These phlebotomists may be especially busy during a health emergency, which can correspond with heightened interest in blood donations.
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