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Mar 29, 2024
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2020-2021 Spring Edition [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Clinical Lab Assistant and Phlebotomy Program Certificate of Completion
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The Clinical Laboratory Assistant/ Phlebotomy Program will introduce all concepts relevant to the pre-analytical and analytical (waived) laboratory testing phases, including phlebotomy. Emphasis will be placed upon biohazard handling safety, specimen collection (blood/ phlebotomy and non-blood specimens) and equipment, blood and non-blood specimen processing and evaluation for testing, diagnostic laboratory terminology, laboratory information systems, quality control and quality assurance for waived tests, specimen send/outs processing, and professionalism/ soft-skills for laboratory employees. Basic and advanced phlebotomy topics and phlebotomy clinical practicum will be introduced. Individuals who have earned a High School Diploma (must be 18 years or older) or a GED may apply to this program. Students enrolled in the MLT 413NC course are required to obtain the following clearances before participation in the program: health clearances (immunizations, drug screen, and TB testing), a background check. Students enrolled in MLS 413NC course are also required to obtain a non-expired BLS card and malpractice insurance. Students may be required to participate in an interview selection process at a maximum of 3 approved training sites for the MLT 413NC course. Program completers will be eligible to take the state certification exam approved by the California Department of Public Health/ Laboratory Field Services branch to obtain a Certified Phlebotomy Technician-1 license required for employment. Certification enables employment in various diagnostic laboratory settings in the hospital, the physician office, reference, forensic, and research institutions.
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Program Student Learning Outcomes
Students who complete this program will be able to:
- Perform blood specimen collection, transport, and processing as required for diagnostic testing.
- Practice established safety procedures and communicate effectively and professionally with patients, laboratory personnel, and other members of the health care team.
- Demonstrate preparation for applicable State of California approved Phlebotomy certification exam.
REQUIRED CORE:
Course ID |
Title |
Hours |
MLT 410NC |
Introduction to the Clinical Laboratory Profession |
16.6 |
MLT 411NC |
Basic Laboratory Procedures |
16.6 |
MLT 412NC * |
Phlebotomy |
66.4 |
MLT 413NC * |
Phlebotomy Laboratory Experience |
58.1 |
TOTAL HOURS FOR THE CERTIFICATE:
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157.70
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*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.
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