Phlebotomy

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Phlebotomy

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HEALTH CAREER INSTITUTE

Phlebotomy Training Program

Most areas of medicine rely on diagnostic testing often on blood. Phlebotomists collect the blood necessary for testing; allowing the healthcare provider to make informed decisions. Skilled phlebotomists can find hidden veins, introduce a needle into the vein, and extract blood with little or no discomfort to the patient. Our Lady of the Lake College’s Phlebotomy Training Program, offered through the Health Career Institute, prepares the student for employment in agencies where there is a need to obtain blood specimens.

CURRICULUM

The Phlebotomy Training Program is a 13-week certificate program consisting of 10 weeks of classroom hours and 120 clinical hours (3 weeks). Classes meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Upon completing the program, students are eligible to sit for the National Phlebotomy Certification Exam.

ADMISSION

All applicants must provide the following for admission to the Phlebotomy Training Program:

· High school transcript or GED (General Education Development) equivalent.

· Letter explaining why the applicant is seeking admission to this program.

· Current CPR certification for Healthcare Professionals.

· Proof of immunization for measles mumps rubella and tetanus/diphtheria, as described in Our Lady of the Lake College’s Immunization Policy.

· Completed application with $35.00 application fee.

· Complete health and safety requirements before starting clinical course.

ENROLLMENT

Applications to the Phlebotomy Training Program are due on or before April 1 for the summer class, July 1 for the fall class and November 1 for the spring class. Call (225) 768-1700 for application information.

Our Lady of the Lake College welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. All transcripts are reviewed on an individual basis, according to College policy, in order to determine eligibility and placement in the program. Equal educational opportunities are offered to all who meet entrance requirements, without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, creed, marital status or age.

REQUEST FOR MATERIALS

For more information about the Phlebotomy Training Program email Barbara Lankford or to request an application packet, please call (225) 768-1700 or e-mail: ololcinfo@ololcollege.edu

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