El Centro College
Continuing/Workforce Education
PHLEBOTOMY
GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION
What do phlebotomists do?
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Phlebotomists draw blood from individuals in clinical/hospital settings.
What classes do I have to take?
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PLAB.1023 – Phlebotomy Lecture (80 hours)
PLAB.1060 – Phlebotomy Clinical (120 hours). You must pass lecture with a minimum grade of C to enroll
for clinical. The clinical instructor will determine final clinical schedule
EMSP1019 - CPR (for students who do not have an AHA CPR card)
When is it offered/when does it start?
 The lecture class meets on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 4:00pm.
 The clinical instructor will determine final clinical schedule.
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See schedule for dates and times. Schedule may be viewed online at:
http://www.elcentrocollege.edu/Program/CE/schedule/
How much does it cost?
(Cost varies depending on what you are missing with immunizations)
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Certified Phlebotomy Lecture Tuition - $450
Certified Phlebotomy Clinical Tuition - $500
CPR course- $60
TB test - $5 / Chest x-ray (if skin test is positive)- $50
Immunizations - $0-139 (may vary by clinic)
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Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 doses) Combination tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis (Tdap), Varicella (2
does) Influenza, Hepatitis B series (3 injections)
Liability insurance – Fall $18.13 / Spring $11 / Summer $5
Criminal Background Check - $45
Drug Screening - $39
Textbook – $60 (new)
WorkKeys - NCRC Initial Testing is free, $5.50 for each NCRC retest
Will Financial Aid pay for my courses?
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Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG) pays for tuition only (if you qualify and are approved). Eligibility is
based on financial need. You must complete the FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.gov and TPEG application. Visit
financial aid website for more information or contact El Centro’s Financial Aid Office located in A034
(basement) 214-860-2103.
http://www.dcccd.edu/Continuing%20Education/Paying%20for%20College/Financial%20Aid/Pages/default.aspx
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Financial aid will not pay for books, supplies and vendor fees.
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El Centro’s Federal School Code 004453
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You will need a valid email address in order to accept your award through eConnect.
How much will I earn? $12-16 per hour, wages will increase with experience and national credentialing.
Am I certified when I finish the courses?
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These courses will provide you with the knowledge and skills required by the American Society of Clinical
Pathologists (ASCP) for certification as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician. To become certified requires
passing the phlebotomy exam offered by the ASCP. You will be given information on the exam in class.
Where are the classes held?
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Center for Allied Health and Nursing at El Centro College, 301 N. Market Street, Dallas 75202
Clinical: various clinical site and times vary from semester to semester. Students are responsible for their
own transportation arrangements to campus and to their assigned health care facilities for clinical
experience.
*Subject to change at the discretion of the El Centro Centro College, Continuing/Workforce Education division.
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Application Packet Requirements
This information packet contains specific application guidelines and requirements. By submitting an application
packet, an individual verifies that they have (1) read the packet thoroughly, (2) obtained all necessary documents,
and (3) understood the policies and procedures for application and acceptance to PHLEBOTOMY.
Application packets with incomplete materials will be disqualified.
The PHLEBOTOMY application materials must be submitted in a 9 X 12 inch envelope and include the
following documentation to be considered.
What do I need to submit for application consideration?
1. PHLEBOTOMY Application (included in this packet, page 8)
Information Sessions
The health packet outlines application procedures and acceptance policies. Information sessions will be held
for Questions and Answers. Please bring this information packet with you to the information session and be
sure to read through the packet.
Information sessions begin promptly; allow extra time for parking and locating the assigned room. No
children allowed. Plan to stay for an hour and a half. No late entries will be allowed.
A map of the El Centro College campus and parking suggestions are available online at:
http://www.elcentrocollege.edu/Campus_Info/location.php
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Pre-Test Results (Report) (referrals are available through C/WE staff, A260)
WorkKeys Assessment (NCRC)
Applied Mathematics (a minimum score of 3 or above)
Reading for Information (a minimum score of 4 or above)
Locating Information (a minimum score of 4 or above)
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High school diploma or GED (a college transcript will not be accepted)
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Identification
A Valid (non-expired) U.S. or state government-issued photo I.D. (i.e. passport, driver’s license, state
identification card)
5. CPR Certification
American Heart Association CPR for Health Care Provider card.
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Personal Health Insurance (can be submitted at a later date, must be submitted prior to clinical approval)
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Immunizations (Phlebotomy students are required to have the 1 and 2 shots of the 3-shot hepatitis B
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series before submitting an application packet for Phlebotomy. The 3 shot of the 3-shot series is required
for registration approval for Phlebotomy clinical).
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TB screening and proof of immunity from Measles, Mumps, Rubella. Combination
tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis (Tdap),Varicella/Chickenpox, and Hepatitis B series. Detailed information on
immunizations is included in this packet, page 9).
8. Student Responsibility Form (included in this packet, page 10)
9. Student Check List (included in this packet, page 11)
Submit a complete packet to El Centro College, Continuing Education, A260, 801 Main Street, Dallas Texas 75202.
Mail or deliver complete application packet. Applications by FAX or EMAIL will not be accepted. Students are
advised to retain a photocopy of all materials submitted. There are no deadlines for submitting an application;
students are approved on a first-come, first-served basis with complete packets. Once the class is full, the
Continuing/Education office will not accept packets until the next available semester is open.
How do I know if my application packet was approved? You will receive an email informing you on your
approval and registration instructions and deadline.
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Registration Approval
If you are approved for registration, a valid email address is required. Once you have received
registration approval, you will be responsible for the following items:
TUITION - Tuition must be paid in full at the time of registration.
LIABILITY INSURANCE – Fall - $18.13 Spring - $11.00 Summer - $5.00
Liability insurance will appear as a separate fee on the fee receipt that you will receive when you register. No refunds
are given for liability insurance.
I.D. BADGE – Free
Once you have a paid fee receipt from the Cashiers Office indicating payment has been made for your classes, you
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can obtain an El Centro College I.D. Badge from the Office of Student Life on the 2 floor of the B Building in room
B270. Hours are:
Monday-Thursday 8:30 am-6:00 pm
Friday
8:30 am–4:30 pm
The I.D. Badge is to be worn at all times on campus and at the clinical training site.
TEXTBOOK
TITLE:
AUTHOR:
PUBLISHER:
ISBN:
Phlebotomy Essentials
McCall
Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins
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5 edition
0781766443
I understand in order to be approved for clinical, I must pass the lecture class with a grade of C or better and
provide the following information:
PERSONAL HEALTH INSURANCE
In order to meet clinical site requirements, you must provide proof of personal health insurance. If you do
not currently have personal health insurance, please visit the link below for
https://www1.dcccd.edu/catalog/ss/sd/insurance.cfm for available student insurance programs. This
requirement is not met by the purchase of Liability Insurance.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK - $45
Do not submit any information or payment to Group One until you have been given a directive to do so by
your instructor. Be prepared to complete and purchase the first week of class.
DRUG SCREENING- $39
Drug Screenings are required for all students entering into the Phlebotomy Clinical. Urinalysis specimens
will be collected by a representative of SurScan on-campus. SurScan representatives will accept cash
and money orders (No personal checks). Drug screenings from other sources are not accepted. Your
instructor will notify you of date and time.
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If you did not submit proof of 3rd hepatitis shot, you are responsible for proof of the 3 shot for
clinical approval.
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I NEED MORE INFORMATION ON IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS
Immunizations for CE Health Careers Students
In order to comply with the Texas Administrative Code (Title 25 Health Services, Rules 97.61-97.72) regarding
immunization records for students enrolled in health-related courses, the following guidelines are now in force for
students in El Centro College Continuing Education Health Careers courses and programs. Health Careers
students must present the following documentation with their application:
I.
Immunization Record Form
An immunization record form is included with this information sheet. The completed form verified
by a physician or nurse practitioner will document dates of all required immunizations and/or date
of a positive titer result for each.
NOTE: If immunization records have been recorded on separate documentation such as a
hospital printout, health department card, office call invoice, etc., a clear photocopy of that
documentation may be attached to the Physical Examination and Immunization Record form.
A. Tuberculosis Screening
An intradermal PPD (Mantoux) “skin” test is required for all applicants. The PPD must be
current within (12) months of the applicant’s anticipated entry into a Health Careers course.
If the PPD indicates a positive reaction, documentation must indicate the induration of the
test site and the applicant must also obtain a chest x-ray verifying the absence of active
disease. The chest x-ray must be current within one (1) year of program entry. The chest xray will then be valid for two (2) years while the student is enrolled. Individuals who have
received the BCG injection or who have a history of tuberculosis or a positive PPD result
should obtain a chest x-ray rather than the PPD.
B. Immunizations
An applicant must have completed the following immunizations according to the indicated
guidelines and schedules. Documentation of a titer (blood test) with specific lab values
verifying immunity or seropositivity is also accepted for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella
and Hepatitis B.
1. Measles – Two (2) doses of measles (“rubeolla”) vaccine is required either in a separate
injection or in combination with mumps and rubella (“MMR”).
Both measles
immunizations must have been received after January 1, 1968. Individuals who were
born prior to 01/01/1957 are exempt from the measles immunization requirements.
2. Mumps – One (1) dose of mumps vaccine is required either in a separate injection or in
combination with measles and rubella (“MMR”). Individuals who were born prior to
01/01/1957 are exempt from the mumps immunization requirement.
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Rubella – One (1) dose of rubella vaccine is required either in a separate injection or in
combination with measles and mumps (“MMR”). There is no exemption from the rubella
immunization requirement for individuals who were born prior to 01/01/1957.
4. Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (“Tdap”) – One (1) dose of Tdap is required within the
past ten (10) years. The documentation must clearly indicate that a Tdap was
received. NOTE: a standard Tetanus or Tetanus/Diphtheria (Td) is not accepted.
5. Varicella (chickenpox) – Two (2) doses of varicella vaccine are required or
documentation of a positive titer (blood test) with lab values report. NOTE: A statement
from a physician or parent indicating the student’s previous varicella disease history is no
longer accepted. .
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6. Influenza – One dose of a flu vaccine is required within twelve (12) months of anticipated
entry to health program.
7. Hepatitis B series – Three (3) doses of Hepatitis B vaccine are required per the timetable
Initial dose
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2 dose one month after the initial dose
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3 dose five months after the second dose
If an applicant fails to adhere to the above schedule, the series may have to be repeated.
II. Exceptions
Exceptions from meeting certain immunizations requirements are allowed for such circumstances
as medical conditions, religious beliefs, etc. Applicants must present documentation as indicated
below. Requests for exceptions are reviewed on an individual basis.
A. Medical Exceptions
The applicant must present a statement signed by their physician with personal knowledge of
the applicant’s medical history. The statement must indicate in detail that a specific vaccine
poses a significant health risk to the individual. If the statement requests exemption from the
Hepatitis B series, the applicant must also complete a separate waiver form to accompany
the physician’s statement.
Unless the statement specifies that a lifelong condition exists, the exemption is valid for one
year only from the date of the signed statement. The signed statement must be submitted
with an applicant’s Physical Examination and Immunization Record form.
B. Exceptions Based on Religious Belief/Reasons of Conscience
The applicant must obtain an Exclusion Affidavit from the Texas Department of Health by
submitting a written request and including the applicant’s full name and date of birth. The
written request must be mailed to the following agency:
Texas Department of Health
Bureau of Immunization and Pharmacy Support
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1100 West 49 Street
Austin Texas 78756
The affidavit form will be mailed to the applicant who must complete and sign the form which
must include the basis for the exception. The affidavit will be valid for a two-year period. The
signed affidavit must be submitted with the applicant’s Physical Examination and
Immunization Record form.
NOTE: These exemptions may not be recognized by all hospital affiliates at which health students
are assigned for their clinical experiences. A student may be required to receive all
screenings and immunizations for a health care facility.
III. El Centro College Health Center Services
The El Centro College Health Center does not offer immunizations, physical examinations, or
chest x-rays; however they can provide a list of physicians and clinics which offers physical
examination at a reasonable cost. Immunizations may be obtained at urgent care clinics, some
pharmacies, and at the Dallas County Health and Human Services office at 2377 N. Stemmons
Freeway in Dallas.
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CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK INFORMATION
DO NOT START GROUP ONE'S BACKGROUND CHECK PROCESS UNTIL YOU
ARE GIVEN A DIRECTIVE BY YOUR INSTRUCTOR TO DO SO
Background checks are required for all students entering into a health careers program with a clinical
component involving patients. Background checks from other sources are not accepted. The results of the
background check are only released to the program coordinator. The results of the background check will
not be released to students.
Background check requests are now processed online. You must have access to a printer when you
input your information in order to print a confirmation page as your receipt.
The cost of the background check is $45.00. Payment is made via credit card or money order.
Instructions for either payment method are found below.
Information you will need to have at hand before you begin this process:
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Valid Mastercard or Visa credit card (no other credit cards or debit cards are accepted)
FULL legal name (first, middle, last)
Maiden names and/or former names
Date of birth
Home phone number
Social Security Number
Current address (complete address; not necessarily what is printed on your drivers license)
Zip codes where you have lived during the past seven (7) years (There is a U.S. Postal Service
zip code lookup link on GroupOne’s homepage below to help you with this.)
PROCEDURE IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD
Go to the following website: www.gp1.com/students and make the following sequenced menu selections:
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Read the information on the main page, scroll down and click on the arrow by “Continue”.
On the pull-down menus, select the following:
i. “Texas”
ii. “El Centro College”
iii. On the Discipline pull-down menu, select your health careers program, course, or
course sequence.
Click on “Add” then click “Continue” (click on the arrow).
The next page will indicate the charges for the background check. To accept the charges
and continue to the payment procedure, click “Continue”. To exit the menu without paying,
click “Back”.
Read the agreement information and make your selection at the bottom to agree or not agree
to the terms. To continue, type your full name where indicated and “Continue”.
On the next page, fill out the information completely in the format indicated and “Continue”.
Fill out the next page (additional names/addresses) if applicable and “Continue”.
Verify that the information is correct (go “Back” to correct as necessary) and “Continue”.
On the next page, fill in your credit card information. (Ignore the Payment Code field.)
Sign your name “electronically” and after the credit card payment is confirmed, you will be
prompted to print the page as your receipt.
PROCEDURE IF PAYING BY MONEY ORDER
Obtain a Money Order payable to GroupOne Services for $45.00. On a sheet of paper, provide the
following information:
FULL Legal Name (first, middle, last)
Your Email address
Telephone Number
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Mail the Money Order and the above information to the address below (You may also deliver the Money
Order and information sheet to GroupOne offices in person):
GroupOne Services
250 Decker Drive
Irving, TX 75062
Within 2-4 business days after money order payment has been processed, you will receive an email from
GroupOne with a payment code to use when you enter your data on-line. Follow the instructions below
to proceed.
Go to the following website: www.gp1.com/students and make the following sequenced menu selections:
1. Read the information on the main page, scroll down and click on the arrow by “Continue”.
2. On the pull-down menus, select the following:
i. “Texas”
ii. “El Centro College”
iii. On the Discipline pull-down menu, select your CE health careers program,
course, or course sequence.
3. Click on “Add” then click “Continue” (click on the arrow).
4. The next page will indicate the charges for the background check. To accept the charges and
continue to the payment procedure, click“Continue”. To exit the menu without paying, click
“Back”.
5. Read the agreement information and make your selection at the bottom to agree or not agree to
the terms. To continue, type your full name where indicated and “Continue”.
6. On the next page, fill out the information completely in the format indicated and “Continue”.
7. Fill out the next page (additional names/addresses) if applicable and “Continue”.
8. Verify that the information is correct (go “Back” to correct as necessary) and “Continue”.
9. On the next page, fill in the Payment Code field with the information emailed to you from
GroupOne. and click on the “Continue” arrow. Do not fill in any other information.
10. You will be prompted to print the page as your receipt.
GROUP ONE SERVICES
www.GP1.com
250 Decker Dr.
Irving, TX 75062
Telephone: 972-719-4208
FAX: 469-648-5088
All background check and drug screening results become the property of the Health/Legal
Studies/Continuing/Workforce Division and will not be released to the student or any other third
party.
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Application Form
Applicants to Continuing Education health courses are responsible for retaining a photocopy of all
documentation submitted for their personal records. Once this documentation has been submitted to
Continuing Education the documentation becomes the sole property of Continuing Education and will not
be returned nor photocopied for the applicant, their instructors or any other party.
Continuing Education Health Careers
DCCCD STUDENT ID NO.
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DATE
NAME
Last
BIRTHDATE
Middle I.
Month/Day/Year
First
ADDRESS
Street
TELEPHONE (
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City and State
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ZIP
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Home
Business/Mobile
EMAIL_____________________________________________________________________________________
HEALTH QUESTIONNAIRE - (To be completed by the applicant)
Do you have any physical limitations which would affect your ability to
lift, turn, or transfer patients?
Yes _____ No _____
Do you have any limitations in use of your senses, such as in sight or
hearing, which would limit your ability to practice a health profession?
Yes _____ No _____
Do you have any other condition which might interfere with your ability
to practice a health profession?
Yes _____ No _____
If you have answered "yes" to any of the above, please explain your limitations in detail below:
I certify that the information provided by me is complete and accurate. I give
Continuing/Workforce Education permission to submit my personal information, this includes
criminal background and drug screening results and immunization and TB documentation, to any
of the facilities in which I will be doing clinical practicum while I am a student at El Centro
College.
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Applicant’s Signature
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Date
IMMUNIZATION FORM
Two ways to submit immunizations: (1) Use this form, each line requires a doctor’s signature or verification
from your health center and date of immunization or dates of lab results indicating positive titer
(seropositivity) required. You must include the lab results. (2) Or immunization records recorded on a
separate document such as a hospital printout/health department card.
Date of
Immunization
1. Measles – 2 doses since
01/01/68 or positive Titer;
Exempt if born on or before
01/01/1957
2. Mumps – 1 dose if born on or
after 01/01/57; or positive
Titer ; Exempt if born on or
before 01/01/1957
3. Rubella – 1 dose or positive
Titer
4. Tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis
(Tdap) – 1 dose within past
10 yrs.
5. Varicella (chickenpox) - 2
doses or positive Titer
Doctor’s Signature
or Health Center Signature valid only
if injection was given
If Seropositive,
Date of Positive Titer
(Attach Lab Results)
#1
#2
DOES NOT APPLY
#1
#2
6. Hepatitis B series
 1st initial dose
 2nd dose after 1 month
 *3rd dose after 5 months
Or Positive Titer
DOES NOT APPLY
7. Influenza- 1 dose within past
12 months
*Phlebotomy students can submit proof of 1st and 2nd shot of Hepatitis B 3-shot series and submit 3rd shot prior to clinical
approval.
TUBERCULOSIS SCREENING
Documentation requires a physician's signature or verification from the Health Center.
Intradermal PPD (Mantoux) - within six (12) months unless previously positive
Date
Results_________________
Physician's Signature
Chest x-ray - within one (1) year if PPD positive (Must also include positive PPD verification above.)
Date
Results_________________
Physician's Signature
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Statement of Student’s Responsibility
Review and initial each section as verification that you have read and understand this information:
____ I acknowledge that this information packet contains policies, regulations, and procedures in
existence at the time this publication went to press. I also acknowledge that the District Colleges
including El Centro College reserve the right to make changes at any time to reflect current Board
policies, administrative regulations and procedures, and applicable State and Federal regulations.
Furthermore, I understand that this packet is for information purposes only and does not constitute a
contract, expressed or implied, between any applicant, student or faculty member and the Dallas
County Community College District.
____ I accept full responsibility for submitting a complete application packet and understand
incomplete materials including missing or incomplete forms, immunizations records, and CPR
certification will disqualify my application. I also accept the responsibility of informing Continuing
Education Office of any change in my status, address, telephone number, or other information that
would affect my application status.
___ I understand that if accepted to Continuing/Workforce Education health program, all forms,
immunization records, etc. submitted with my packet becomes the property of Continuing/Workforce
Education and will not be returned nor photocopied for me. Therefore, I am responsible for keeping
my own photocopies of these documents before I submit them with program application packet
materials. I also authorize the release of these records to any of my clinical sites which may require
them.
___ I acknowledge that if admitted to PHLEBOTOMY, I may be assigned to clinical rotations at area
healthcare facilities which may require additional proof of immunity or additional
inoculations/immunizations. I also acknowledge that I am required to have health care coverage
through the duration of my courses.
____ I acknowledge that a criminal background check and mandatory drug screening are required
before I am allowed to attend clinical. I understand that the results of these screenings become the
property of Continuing/Workforce Education and will not be released to me or any other third party. I
also understand that the outcome of these screenings may results in my dismissal from El Centro
College, Continuing/Workforce Education, and PHLEBOTOMY.
____I acknowledge that I must comply with class and clinical requirements, if I am absent from
clinical for physical or mental illness, surgery or pregnancy reasons, I must present a written release
from a physician before being allowed to return to the clinical setting.
Applicant’s Signature
Date
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Educational opportunities are offered by the Dallas County Community College District without regard to race, color, age,
religion, national origin, sex, disability, or sexual orientation.
Continuing/Workforce Education, A260 (Revised 2012)
PHLEBOTOMY Application Student Checklist
Name_______________________________________Date:__________________________________
Email_______________________________________Phone:_________________________________
I am submitting a complete application packet for the next available class. I used the checklist to
double check my packet and have signed all necessary forms.
Class Information: ___________________________________________________________________
Reminder: CLEAR COPIES of documentation only. Do not submit original documentations.
____ PHLEBOTOMY Application
____ WorkKeys Test Score Report for:
Applied Mathematics, Reading for Information, Locating Information
____ High School Diploma or GED (college transcript will not be accepted)
____ A valid non-expired U.S or State Govt. Issued Identification
____ A valid non-expired American Heart Association CPR for HealthCare Provider Card
(If you do not have proof prior to Phlebotomy application, you can enroll at El Centro
concurrently; you must complete and show proof prior to phlebotomy clinical. Please circle one.
____Proof of Personal Health Insurance
(Copy of front and back of insurance card or will purchase for clinical approval and submit at a
later date). Please circle one.
____TB Skin Test
____ Immunization Signature Form or Separate Documents for required Immunizations
____Student Responsibility Form
For Office Use Only:
Reviewed by________________Date__________________________________
Comments:__________________________________________________________________
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Educational opportunities are offered by the Dallas County Community College District without regard to race, color, age,
religion, national origin, sex, disability, or sexual orientation.
Continuing/Workforce Education, A260 (Revised 2012)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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What is WorkKeys? A National Career Readiness Assessment that includes: Applied Mathematics, Location Information, and
Reading for Information. WorkKeys Assessments measure “real world” skills that employers believe are critical to job success.
Test questions are based on situations in the everyday work world.
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Do I need a certain score on the WorkKeys? Yes, you must score a minimum of 3 onapplied mathematics and a minimum of
(4) on Locating Information and Reading for Information for PHLEBOTOMY.
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What does a 3 level represent? A level 3 on all 3 assessments qualifies you for the National Career Readiness Certificate
(NCRC). This represents a Bronze certificate with the necessary foundational skills for 16 percent of the jobs in the
WorkKeys database
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What is a National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)? The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) is an industryrecognized, portable, evidence-based credential that certifies essential skills needed for workplace success.
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Where can I get more information on WorkKeys and sample questions? http://www.act.org/workkeys/assess/
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Is there a class I can take to help raise my score? Yes, a Career Readiness class is available.
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What is considered acceptable vaccination records? Documents submitted from any private clinic, Dallas County Health Clinic
or Hospital. All records must include a date of vaccine and doses for Hep B series. Your vaccination documentation must
include a physician/nurse/P.A signature or official stamp for verification. Phlebotomy students can submit an official high
school transcript that may include most vaccination verification on back of transcript.
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Where can I obtain my shot records? Dallas County Health & Human Services if you lived in Dallas and were immunized in
Dallas County, http://www.dallascounty.org/department/hhs/immunizations.html
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Do I still need the varicella vaccine if I had chickenpox as a child? Yes, a statement from a physician or parent indicating
previous varicella disease history is no longer accepted.
10. I have a CPR card but it is not with American Heart Association, will this be accepted? No, you must have a healthcare
provider card by American Heart Association.
11. Do I have to have my CPR card before entering PHLEBOTOMY class? If you do not have your CPR card prior to applying for
Phlebotomy lecture, you can submit your application and enroll in a CPR class at El Centro concurrently. You must have
completed and proof for clinical approval.
12. What if I do not have personal health insurance? Students must provide proof of personal health insurance. If you do not
currently have personal health insurance, please visit https://www1.dcccd.edu/catalog/ss/sd/insurance.cfm for available
programs.
13. What is the difference between the liability insurance and personal health insurance? Liability insurance protects the company
or individual from 3rd party claims or great loss if confirmed responsible for damage or injuries, personal health insurance
provides health coverage to the student during clinical experience.
14. When do I complete the criminal background check? If approved for registration, you instructor will let you know when to
complete the criminal background check, be prepared to complete and pay for screening upon instructor’s request.
15. Why are background checks required and can I turn one in from my work? Background checks are required for all students
entering into a health careers program with a clinical component involving patients. Background checks from other sources
are not accepted.
16. What if I have an offense on my background record? You will not qualify for clinical if you have a felony offense.
17. When should I start financial aid paperwork? As soon as possible, all students are responsible for financial obligations if
approved for registration and upon registration. It is the student’s responsibility to follow up with financial aid to ensure timely
processing of his/her financial aid application.
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Educational opportunities are offered by the Dallas County Community College District without regard to race, color, age,
religion, national origin, sex, disability, or sexual orientation.
Continuing/Workforce Education, A260 (Revised 2012)