Phlebotomy
Program Details
Program Highlights
The FCC Training Institute provides phlebotomy training for CPT-1 licensure approved by California Laboratory Field Services. This program exceeds state standards and provides 48 hours of theory and 120 hours of clinical rotation. Gain hands-on experience of at least 100 successful venipunctures, 25 skin punctures, and 2 arterial observations. Due to the high demand, participants are chosen through a lottery.
What You'll Learn
- Anatomy and physiology of the major body systems
- Laboratory safety and hazardous waste disposal
- Infection control and universal precautions
- Blood collection procedures and order of draw
- Patient risk factors and complications
- Legal issues related to blood collection
Program Requirements
- Attend the mandatory orientation
- Background check, drug screen, and immunizations (details at orientation)
- Current CPR Card (American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers)
Advisory Notes
- The state of California may require criminal record clearance through fingerprinting when applying for licensure as a Phlebotomist
- A high school diploma or GED is required for licensure by the State
- For student loans, visit the SallieMae website
For questions: Email Rebecca Boyd
Registration
Free Orientation
Wednesday, November 13, 2019 - 6:00-8:00 pm - Fresno City College Old Administration Building (OAB) Auditorium (no registration required)
Class Dates & Times
Saturdays, January 25 - March 7, 2020, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (168 hours total) in the FCC Health Sciences Division, Room 280
Registration Fee
$2,995
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received up to five (5) working days before the course start date are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee. After that, cancellations are subject to the entire course fee. Please note that if you don't cancel and don't attend, you are responsible for payment.
