Summer/Fall 2024 frederick.edu/QuickEnroll • 301.624.2888 20 HEALTHCARE CAREERS PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN Interested in a healthcare career that makes you an integral part of a medical laboratory team? Phlebotomy technicians work in physician’s offices, hospitals, clinical labs, blood donation sites and other settings. Become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures successfully and safely. Our program offers clinical practice with experienced phlebotomists at local healthcare facilities to give you hands-on experience. This program prepares students to take several national certification exams. The full program includes classroom and both in-class and on-site clinical practice at local health care facilities. This program requires study time outside of class and includes both written and practical (hands-on) skills assessments, which must be passed prior to starting the clinical course. For more information on this program, email healthcarecareers@ frederick.edu or call 240.629.7907. For registration or payment plan information, email [email protected] or call 301.624.2888. Prerequisites & other requirements: • This class requires reading and listening in English. Not sure about your English skills? Visit frederick.edu/Testing to schedule a free Accuplacer test, then share your results with the CEWD Registration team at [email protected] or 301.624.2888. • Provide proof of being 18 years of age or older at the start of CAH158 • CAH145 – Foundations for Healthcare Careers or ADE641 – ESL Foundations for Healthcare Careers (90) (formerly ADE632) • Current American Heart Association, Basic Life Support CPR card or register for SAF157: CPR Basic Life Support Other program requirements PRIOR to Clinical: • Provide evidence of a negative TB test or chest X-ray • Undergo a physical examination and provide proof of up-to-date immunizations, including COVID-19 vaccination series • Undergo a background investigation; background check fee is included in course fees • Students will receive information regarding their physical exam, immunizations, and background check during the beginning of the Phlebotomy course, CAH156 Please Note: To be employed as a Phlebotomist individuals are required to possess a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Textbooks: Textbooks are not included but are available for purchase at bookstore.frederick.edu. CAH145 Foundations for Healthcare Careers This course introduces students to important healthcare concepts and professional career development skills to prepare students for working in a healthcare setting. Students are introduced to medical terminology, the current healthcare system structure and essential concepts such as HIPAA, documentation and medical records, patient rights, cultural competency, workplace professionalism, healthcare ethics and legal responsibilities, environmental safety, and infection control. Communication skills are practiced with special focus on customer service and interpersonal communication concepts. Students will also gain professional development skills in successful resume and application writing, interviewing, and gaining and maintaining employment. Payment Plans Available! Take advantage of the FCC payment plan when you register for select programs (see page 38 for a list of eligible programs). This allows you to divide your total cost into automatic monthly payments from either a checking/savings account or major credit card. The plan is interest free with a non-refundable enrollment fee of $30. For more information about the payment plan, contact CEWD Registration at [email protected] or 301.624.2888. CAH156 Phlebotomy Technician Preparation I: Theoretical Applications In Part I, Theoretical Applications, students learn basic phlebotomy technical background knowledge and professional preparation for working as a phlebotomist. Students are introduced to anatomy and physiology with special emphasis on the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems, applicable medical terminology and an overview of healthcare settings where phlebotomy services are performed. Students learn and apply professional ethics and behavior; interpersonal and written communications, including cultural competency; systems of documentation; and safety and infection control. Students will develop knowledge and comprehensive skills to prepare them to perform venipunctures successfully and safely as they progress to Part II: Practical Applications. The full program includes classroom and both in-class and on-site clinical practice at local health care facilities. This program requires study time outside of class and includes both written and practical (hands-on) skills assessments, which must be passed prior to starting the clinical course. The program prepares students to take several national certification exams. Prerequisite: Students must have successfully completed CAH145 or ADE641 (formerly ADE632) prior to the class start date for CAH156. Students must register at the same time for SAF157 - CPR: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider or provide a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR Card. CAH157 Phlebotomy Technician Preparation II: Practical Applications Phlebotomy Technician II: Practical Applications is a continuation of Part I: Theoretical Applications. In this course students learn to perform venipuncture and specialized phlebotomy procedures. Students are familiarized with blood collection equipment and selection, specimen handling and identifying complications related to blood collection and medical errors. Students learn and practice a variety of procedures and techniques for typical and special populations clients. Special topics in specimen uses for testing in forensics, workplace and sports are explored. Hands-on skills practicums prepare students for the clinical course. The full program includes classroom and on-site clinical practice with experienced phlebotomists at local health care facilities to give students hands-on professional experience and prepares students to take several national certification exams. The program requires study time outside of class and includes both written and practical (hands-on) skills assessments, which must be passed prior to starting the clinical course. Prerequisite: Students must have successfully completed CAH156: Phlebotomy Technician Preparation I: Theoretical Applications prior to start date of CAH157.
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