Description

A taster course on the theory element of Phlebotomy. A follow on Introduction to Phlebotomy course with full training is also available.

GPT001-S GETTING STARTED IN PHLEBOTOMY

Certified with the CPD Certification Service

Precursor to our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course & Advanced Phlebotomy Course

A taster course on the theory element of Phlebotomy

Downlod a certificate on completion of your online course

Open to all candidates and assumes no previous experience of taking blood

About this course

Online - Complete this eLearning course online in the comfort of your home or work. Allow approx. 2.5 hours to complete.

8 weeks - Stop and start your course when it suits you. You have up to 8 weeks to complete (extendable on request)

Validity - no expiry date

CPD Accredited (2 CPD points)

WHO compliant

Learning Objectives

To have an understanding of the roles within healthcare environments relating to phlebotomy
To have a good understanding of patient confidentiality and GDPR
To understand health and safety practices around bloodborne pathogens and work practice controls
An overview of the integumentary system and cardiovascular system
A detailed understanding of the composition of blood
A detailed understanding of one blood collection system (vacutainer)
Understand how to handle and assemble the equipment
An overview on pre-venipuncture procedures,the venepuncture and standard precautions

After the course

A follow on Introduction to Phlebotomy course that provides full training is available.

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