Fort Scott Community College
Requirements
Phlebotomy
This program is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and clinical skills to become a laboratory
phlebotomist. Coursework includes the role of the phlebotomist, basic anatomy & physiology, safety and infection
control principles, techniques of blood draws and technical complications that can occur. Special emphasis is also
planned on understanding life-span differences and legal principles that can effect the actions of a phlebotomist.
Coursework:
ALH 1402 Phlebotomy Preparation..........................................2 hours
ALH 1411 Phlebotomy Clinical Concentration.......................... 1 hour
This is a series of two courses that lead to eligibility to take the NHA Certification exam for Phlebotomy. Students
must successfully complete both courses to meet NHA requirements. As certification is optional, the student may
opt to take only the two credit-hour Phlebotomy Prep course. The courses includes lecture, laboratory, and clinical
experience in local health care agencies.
Prerequisites: Must have adequate knowledge of reading, writing and verbal communication skills in the English
language. Student must also have earned a high school diploma or GED.
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Fort Scott Community College Catalog 2014-2016