Phlebotomy (Oahu Campus)

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National Certification Preparatory Program To Become A Certified Phlebotomist

This course is designed for individuals, interested in gaining further knowledge in Phlebotomy or Blood Collection.

What is a Phlebotomist?
A Phlebotomist generally works in a clinical laboratory under the supervision of an appropriate technologist. The Phlebotomist is primarily responsible for collecting blood specimens from patients for the purpose of laboratory analysis.
 Course Description
HT&CC, INC.’s Phlebotomy Program is an accelerated 5- week (40 hour) course designed as a “hands on” and “job readiness” program. This class will allow students to easily transition from the classroom into the work place  setting by equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform Phlebotomy & non-blood specimen collection (microbiology & toxicology) procedures safely and accurately.

The dynamics of this course is fast-paced and active with minimal amount of didactics and more exercises with the focus on instruction of safe venipuncture (blood collection with needles).

The course syllabus includes:

  • Infection Control & Bloodborne Pathogens
  • Safe use of the needle including straight needle, wing-infused set, syringe, syringe with butterfly and lancet for micro-capillary (infant)
  • Order-able tests & test tubes and their additives
  • Specimen transport, handling & processing
  • Non-blood collection procedures
  • Toxicology (New)
  • Applying & Interviewing for a job as a phlebotomist

Students will also be required to pass a Phlebotomy & Customer service competency test as well as a written exam in order to receive a certificate of completion necessary to apply for a phlebotomy position.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to:
1. Have a basic knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology
2. Equipment Knowledge
3. Venipuncture Procedures
4. Urinalysis Procedure
5. Infection Control & Blood Borne Pathogens
6. Safety & First Aid
7. OSHA Regulations
8. Specimen Documentation
9. Specimen Transportation
10. Special Procedure & Point of Care
11. Quality Management & Legal Issues

2024 – 2025 Honolulu – Phlebotomy Program Schedule

Length of Program: 5 Weeks
Class Hours: 5:30PM – 9:30PM (Monday & Wednesday)

  • 2/26/2024 – 3/27/2023
  • 5/27/2024 – 6/26/2024
  • 8/19/2024 – 9/18/2024
  • 8/19/2024 – 9/18/2024
  • 10/14/2024 – 11/13/2024
  • 12/02/2024 – 1/15/2025
  • Note: Honolulu Class enrollment is limited to ensure that our instructors have the opportunity to give quality customized instruction and guidance during skills practice.


Mandatory Requirements & Materials: 

1. Proof of Completion of High School Diploma (For e.g., HS Diploma, GED, College Transcripts, etc.)
2. Proof of Adult CPR & First Certification
3. Physical Examination Form. Pls. Print & Download both Page 1 & Page 2: Physical Exam Form_page1 & Physical-Exam_page2
4. TB Clearance
5. Hepatitis B Vaccination Waiver or Proof of Hepatitis B Vaccination (Note: Waiver/Declination Form will be provided by HT&CC, Inc. on the first day of classes or you can download it here: HEP B Waiver-updated)
6. Purple Scrubs Nursing Uniform
7. Non-Skid Shoes. Preferably White (Note: E.g., Nurse’s Shoes, Sneakers, etc.)
8. School Box
9. Small Home Sharps Container (Note: Sharps Container may be purchased at Costco Pharmacy.)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Mandatory Requirements & Materials will be due on the first day of the class applied for.

What makes HT&CC, Inc.’s Phlebotomy program different from other programs and where have HT&CC, Inc. Phlebotomy graduates been hired?

Students are not just “taught”, they get “hands on” practice and learn the tools needed to succeed as a Phlebotomist by an actual working LA2 who is a manager & trainer for a leading laboratory in the State of Hawaii. Companies like Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, Diagnostic Laboratory Services(DLS), Blood Bank of Hawaii, Fresenius Medical Care, US Renal Care, and various hospitals have hired gradates of HT&CC, INC.


Is National Certification for Phlebotomist mandatory in Hawaii?

In the state of Hawaii it is not mandatory to have National Certification in order to work as a Phlebotomist, however,  HT&CC, Inc. does encourage all graduates to eventually obtain certification. This will especially be important if the graduate moves to another state and would like to continue working as a Phlebotomist there.

HT&CC, Inc’s course is also designed to prepare the student for the national certification exam which can be taken a year after employment- gaining job skills- and it is usually partially paid for by the employer, whereas other programs will require students to pay additional costs to take the exam immediately after the completion of the course.
More general information will be given to each student regarding becoming certified by NATIONAL CERTIFICATION AGENCIES.

MedCA Phlebotomy Technician National Certification (OPTIONAL)

 Since 2015, HT&CC, INC. has been a Certified MedCA National Certification Provider & Testing Site.

After successful completion of our Phlebotomy Program graduates are also given the option to challenge the MedCA National Certification Exam.

Passing the MedCA certification enters you into a a very exclusive membership of highly distinctive professionals in your field. MedCA certification will give you the credentials to excel above the rest in your field.

Who is MedCA?

MedCA is a third party independent certification agency that focuses on providing a unique certification for current healthcare graduates who have successfully completed an approved training program. This certification will set you apart from other students. It will provide you with the credentials necessary to enhance your professional career.

MedCA has been selected for testing by facilities such as: Allied Health Schools, Hospitals, U.S. Armed Forces, Department of Veterans Affairs, Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES), Medical Laboratories, and many more. You may find out more information about MedCA by visiting their website:  https://www.medcainc.com

For more information please contact an HT&CC, Inc. representative today at (808) 843-2211.

 

PHLEBOTOMY UPDATE: HT&CC,INC. would like to formally welcome Jerome “Heo” Cockett to our Phlebotomy Instructor Team. Mr. Cockett’s career as a phlebotomist actually began with Healthcare Training & Career Consultants, Inc. as a student in 2010.  Shortly thereafter, he was hired as a Laboratory Assistant or Phlebotomist for one of Hawaii’s largest laboratories. In that time, he has mentored and trained students fulfilling their internship. In 2017, he was promoted to Operations Senior overseeing patient service centers (PSC) or satellites. His duties primarily consist of managing sites, interviewing prospective candidates, post training new hires and quality assurance as well as performing phlebotomy. He is a National Certified Phlebotomist and hopes to teach HTCC students everything pertinent to phlebotomy and to get them started in new, exciting and fun careers as a Phlebotomist.

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