CIP Code: 51.1004
Length: 2 Semesters
G3 Tuition Assistance
Purpose
The purpose of the Career Studies Certificate (CSC) in Health Sciences with a Pre-Medical Laboratory Technology specialization is to prepare students for a competitive application to the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Medical Laboratory Technology in association with Reynolds Community College with a majority of general education courses completed. A second purpose is to provide an occupational credential as a phlebotomist for employment while pursuing advanced education.
Occupational Objectives
This program is designed to prepare students to take the national certification examination in phlebotomy and become licensed to perform venipuncture procedures. This program prepares the student to pursue advanced certification as a phlebotomist and member of the medical laboratory team through additional education.
Gainful Employment
Phlebotomists are employed in all healthcare settings, wherever venipuncture procedures are required, both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Admission Requirements
Students must meet the general admission requirements of the college, including all admission testing.
Program Requirements
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 all screenings and for the maintenance of documents. Your instructor will provide you with all details to purchase this service, including deadlines for completion. Clinical participation is required during the semester in which the student is enrolled in MDL 105 & 106. Failure to complete clinical during this time is a failure of these classes.
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