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Phlebotomy Technician, TCC (PT21)  Technical Certificate of Credit

Campus Locations: Valdosta, Ben Hill Irwin, Coffee

The Phlebotomy Technician program educates students to collect blood and process blood and body fluids. Phlebotomy technicians typically work in concert with clinical laboratory personnel and other healthcare providers in hospitals or other healthcare facilities. Topics covered include human anatomy, anatomical terminology, venipuncture, and clinical practice.

This program qualifies for the HOPE Career Grant.

Program Outcomes: Students will demonstrate a professional demeanor with staff and patients, utilizing appropriate body language, verbal communication, and ethical conduct. They will excel in working effectively under pressure and develop patience and sensitivity in their interactions. Students will exhibit proficiency in accurate venipuncture collection techniques, gaining confidence in drawing and processing blood specimens.

Careers: Phlebotomist

Start Terms:

  • This program begins each Fall and Spring semester on the Valdosta campus; it will begin each Fall semester on the Coffee campus and each Spring semester on the Ben Hill campus.

Length of Program: 2 Terms

Admission Requirements:

Program Requirements:

  • American Heart Association Provider CPR Certification, physical examination, up-to-date immunizations, criminal background check and drug screen required prior to start of clinical rotation.
  • Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the Phlebotomy program.
  • Students must complete ENGL 1010, ALHS 1011, ALHS 1090, and ALHS 1040 prior to registering for the Phlebotomy courses.
  • Student must register for COMP 1000 along with the Phlebotomy courses.
  • American Heart Association Provider CPR Certification, physical examination, up-to-date immunizations, criminal background check and drug screen required prior to start of clinical rotation.
Gainful Employment Information
Curriculum Outline (23 hours)
General Education Course 3
ENGL 1010

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 3 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): Diploma Level Reading and Writing Scores OR READ 0090 and/or ENGL 0090 w/ a “C” or better Co-requisite(s): None Emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include analysis of writing, applied grammar and writing skills, editing and proofreading skills, research skills, and oral communication skills.

3
Occupational Courses 20
ALHS 1011

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 5 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): Program Admission Co-requisite(s): None Focuses on basic normal structure and function of the human body. Topics include general plan and function of the human body, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous and sensory systems, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system.

5
ALHS 1040

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 3 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduces a grouping of fundamental principles, practices, and issues common in the health care profession. In addition to the essential skills, students explore various delivery systems and related issues. Topics include: basic life support/CPR, basic emergency care/first aid and triage, vital signs, infection control/blood and air-borne pathogens.

3
ALHS 1090

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): None Co-requisite(s): None Introduces the elements of medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on building familiarity with medical words through knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Topics include: origins (roots, prefixes, and suffixes), word building, abbreviations and symbols, and terminology related to the human anatomy.

2
PHLT 1030

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 2 Lab 2 - 2 Lab 3 - 0 Pre-requisite(s): Program Admission, ALHS 1011, ALHS 1040, ALHS 1090 Co-requisite(s): None Provides an introduction to blood collecting techniques and processing specimens. Emphasis is placed on the knowledge and skills needed to collect all types of blood samples from hospitalized patients. Topics include: venipuncture procedure, safety and quality assurance; isolation techniques, venipuncture problems, and definitions; lab test profiles and patient care areas; other specimen collections and specimen processing; test combinations, skin punctures and POCT; professional ethics and malpractice; and certification and licensure.

3
PHLT 1050

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture - 0 Lab 2 - 0 Lab 3 - 12 Pre-requisite(s): ALHS 1011, ALHS 1040, ALHS 1090 Co-requisite(s): PHLT 1030 Provides work experiences in a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on enhancing skills in venipuncture techniques. Topics include: introduction to clinical policies, procedures and work ethics; routine collections: adult (i.e. pediatric, newborn) and special procedures.

4
COMP 1000

Weekly Contact Hours: Lecture -1.667; Lab – 2.667 Pre-Requisites: None Co-Requisite: None This course introduces the fundamental concepts, terminology, and operations necessary to use computers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include introductions to computer and digital terminology and usage, operating systems, Internet and digital communication, word processing applications, spreadsheet applications, database applications, and presentation applications. Please note that this course may not transfer to a 4-year institution. Students should check with their transferring institution for transferability of courses. COMP 2000 may be taken in place of COMP 1000 if it is required by a transferring institution.

3
Faculty
Leslie Cooper
Program Chair

Medical Laboratory Technology & Phlebotomy Program Director
Valdosta Campus

(229) 333-2100 Ext. 3109 | leslie.cooper@wiregrass.edu
Mark Health Sciences Building, Room 8128
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