Phlebotomy prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians and other healthcare professionals, to draw blood samples from patients using a variety of invasive procedures. Instruction includes basic vascular anatomy and physiology, blood physiology, skin puncture techniques, venipuncture, venous specimen collection and handling, safety and sanitation procedures, and applicable standards and regulations.
Upon successful completion of this 12 (or 17-credit-hour program depending on Anatomy and Physiology courses you choose to take) individuals will earn a certificate of proficiency.
There is an Application and selection process for this program. Program is available at both Pocahontas and Paragould BRTC locations
- Fall Programs Applications are open April 1st at 9 am for both 8 week sections in Fall, closing mid October, depending on start date of 2nd 8 week course.
- Spring Program Applications for the Spring 16 week class will open November 1st, closing at the first day of the Spring term.
No summer classes. If the link provided does not work please contact the instructor listed below.
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- Applicants must complete all enrollment requirements and submit all documents before the student selection for each class is made.
- A final grade of “C” or higher is required in all core courses.
- Upon completion of the program, graduates take the National Healthcareer Association’s (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam as a third-party assessment and to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician.
- This program is ineligible for financial aid as a stand alone program.
Students that complete the Certificate of Proficiency in both Phlebotomy and Nursing Assistant also qualify for a Certificate in Proficiency for Patient Care Tech.
Any student called to active military duty while enrolled in an allied health program will be guaranteed readmission upon return. The student will be required to meet the readmission standards set by the program.
Updated 06.04.2024 DC