HSCI 1010 - Phlebotomy Technician

Institution:

Century College - Minnesota

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Description:

This course provides the student with the comprehensive skills pertinent to the role of the phlebotomist in the laboratory setting. There are both lecture and laboratory components to this class. Students will be instructed on performing a variety of blood collection methods competently and safely. These methods include venipuncture, utilizing the vacuum tube collection system, syringe and butterfly needle, and capillary skin puncture. Emphasis is placed on safety, infection control, and quality control. Other topics that will be discussed in class include the circulatory system, other body systems, blood components and their functions. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be eligible to complete the national certification exam for phlebotomy technicians through NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing). Prerequisite(s): Course placement into ENGL 0950 and RDNG 0950 or above OR completion of RDNG 0940 with a grade of C or higher OR course placement into ESOL 0051 and ESOL 0052 and ESOL 1033 OR completion of ESOL 0041 with a grade of C or higher and ESOL 0042 with a grade of C or higher and ESOL 0043 with a grade of C or higher. MN Human Services Study with no restrictions. Students must provide proof of immunization for Rubella, Mumps, Rubeola, DT or DtaP, TB screening and the Hepatitis B series. Recommendation: Completion of HLTH 1001 and BIOL 1024 with a grade of C or higher.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.century.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 770-3200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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