The Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares learners to safely draw blood and prepare specimens for laboratory testing while delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care. With advancing technologies driving increased testing needs across healthcare, trained phlebotomy technicians are in steady demand. This program blends foundational anatomy, venipuncture techniques, specimen processing, and patient communication, plus a lifespan specialization from pediatrics to geriatrics. Exam prep and an optional clinical externship support job readiness from day one.
Module 1: Healthcare Fundamentals
• The History of Healthcare
• Healthcare Etiquette
• Professional Situations and Applications
Module 2: Communication in Healthcare
• Healthcare Teams
• Team Success
• Champions
Module 3: Medical Documentation and Record Keeping: HIPAA
• Use and Disclosure
• Real Life Scenarios
• HIPAA Laws, Policies, and Requirements
Module 4: OSHA Infection Control Compliance
• Introduction to Infection Control
• Personal Protection
• Protection of the Office Environment
• Instruments, Specialized Equipment & Laboratory Specimens
• Infectious Patients & Healthcare Workers
• Waste Management Plan
• Chemical Disinfection
• Heat Sterilization
• Exposure Control
• General Safety Standards
• Employee Training
• OSHA'S Required Records
Module 5: Medical Terminology
• Word Structure
• Prefix, Root Word, and Suffix
• Organization of the Body
• Diagnostic Testing and Radiology
Module 6: Anatomy & Physiology
• Anatomy and Physiology Basics
• Musculoskeletal, Integumentary, and Respiratory Systems
• Digestive, Reproductive, and Urinary Systems
• Blood and the Cardiovascular System
• Lymphatic, Immune, and Endocrine Systems
• Nervous and Sensory Systems
Module 7: Venipuncture Equipment and Safety
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Tourniquets
• Antiseptics
• Evacuated Collection Tubes
• Post-exposure Needle stick Follow-Up
Module 8: Needles and Supplies in Phlebotomy
• Multisample Needles
• Needle Holders
• Syringes
• Winged Infusion Sets (Butterfly Assembly)
Module 9: Venipuncture
• Patient Prep
• Preparing Venipuncture
• Performing Venipuncture
• Completing Venipuncture
• Complications with Venipuncture
Module 10: Capillary Puncture
• Equipment
• Site Selection
• Patient Prep
• Collecting the Specimen
Module 11: Specimen Handling
• Chain of Custody
• Capillary Puncture Specimen Handling
Module 12: Pediatrics
• Common Conditions in the Pediatric Population
• Communicating with Pediatric Patients and Parents
• Age-Related Development
Module 13: Geriatrics
• Role in the geriatric office
• The physical changes that take place during aging
• The psychological aspects of aging
• The social components of the aging process
• The nutritional needs and challenges associated with aging
• The various cultural views of the elderly in society
After completing the program, the learner will be able to:
Perform venipuncture safely using industry‑standard tools and techniques
Prepare, label, and process blood specimens for laboratory analysis
Apply infection control and patient safety protocols
Comfort and communicate effectively with patients who may fear needles or blood
Demonstrate age‑appropriate care skills from pediatric through geriatric populations
Prepare for and sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification exam
Upon completion of this program, learners will be eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Phlebotomy Technician Exam.
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.