Phlebotomy Career Studies Certificate (G3 Eligible)

CIP Code: 51.1004​
Length: 16 or 17 credits
G3 Tuition Assistance

Purpose

To prepare students to work as entry-level phlebotomists. Program graduates are eligible to sit for the national phlebotomy certification exam through the American Society for Clinical Pathology or other credentialing agencies. If program graduates choose not to pursue national certification, they may still be employed as entry-level phlebotomists.

Occupational Objectives

The clinical experience is designed to provide the student with entry-level competency in routine blood collecting techniques used in the clinical laboratory. The certificate may serve as a springboard into other healthcare programs. Completion of the certificate will enhance the student’s qualifications for promotional opportunities.

Admission Requirements

Satisfactory completion of placement tests in reading, writing, and math is required. Students who do not meet required placement levels must enroll in appropriate reading, writing, and math developmental studies courses.

Tuition and fees

The student will be required to purchase uniforms and other supplies. The course instructor will provide a more detailed list of the first-class/laboratory meeting.

Program Policies

• Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all courses to be awarded the Phlebotomy Certificate.
• Students are responsible for purchasing the required clinical uniforms and name tags through the college’s designated supplier.
• Conviction of a felony, misdemeanor, or any offense substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a healthcare employee may constitute grounds for not allowing a candidate to complete the program or to take the licensing exam.
• Students who are required to perform clinical rotations in cooperating healthcare agencies must be willing and able to conform to all clinical requirements of participating clinical agencies, including but not limited to: criminal background investigation; drug screening; immunizations including seasonal influenza vaccines; Tuberculosis screening; employment verifications; and, successful completion of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. (CPR certification must be the American Heart Association Certification for HealthCare Providers). Students are responsible for all costs associated with these requirements. It is the responsibility of the student to maintain current records throughout the program. RCC uses a third-party vendor for screenings and the maintenance of documents. Your instructor will provide you with all details to purchase this service, including deadlines for completion. Phlebotomy students must be in good standing from all previous healthcare employers. Students may be denied clinical placement based on previous work history and thus, cannot be entered into or possibly complete the nursing program.
• Students are responsible for following the clinical policy for safe handling of biohazards and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in the prevention of blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases. Additionally, students are responsible for employing appropriate ergonomics to prevent injury. Students will be responsible for medical costs for any injury received while in a clinical setting, including injuries for which testing is required by clinical agencies. Rappahannock Community College is not responsible for student injuries in a clinical or lab setting.
• The College does not assume responsibility for accidents/incidents which occur in clinical, nor does it provide any student health services. The student assumes financial responsibility for accidents/incidents or illnesses requiring medical attention.
• Clinical must be completed during the semester of the MDL 105 & MDL 106 courses. 
• Students are required to sign the Assumption of Risk form at the beginning of the program.