Southern Technical Institute phlebotomy  training offer a Phlebotomy Technician 165 Hour Diploma program that is approved by the Florida Department of Education, Commission for Independent Education (CIE) to provide high-quality education in the field of Phlebotomy. For many patients, giving blood can be the most difficult part of a doctor or hospital visit.

Phlebotomists are allied healthcare professionals who draw blood from patients and preparing it for further medical testing. Phlebotomy technicians are primarily stationed in doctor’s offices or hospitals, and will routinely work directly with patients and families. Because some patients have a fear of needles or blood, it is important for the technician to develop a sense of confidence and trust with the patient.

Major duties and responsibilities of the phlebotomist include:

• Correct I.D. of the patient before collecting samples
• Collection of the appropriate amount of blood by Venipuncture or skin puncture
• Selection of the appropriate specimen containers
• Correct labeling of all specimens
• Appropriate transportation of specimens to the laboratory effective interaction with patients and other personnel in the workplace.

The phlebotomist is an important member of the clinical laboratory team. New diagnostic techniques, clinical laboratory technology and automated instruments have greatly increased the volume of – and demand for – medical laboratory testing.

To register and enroll for the Phlebotomy Training Program, students must meet the following pre-requisites:

• Possess a high school diploma or GED; and
• Be at least 18 years old; and
• Be able to communicate effectively in English.

This introductory course provides an overview of the health care field. Health Science classes offers a solid foundation for all students in health sciences or health occupations, regardless of the particular health care profession they are pursuing. Content includes coverage of health care career opportunities, vital signs, medical terminology, cultural diversity, anatomy and physiology.

The Health Science classes also cover some of the certifications required by many Home Health Agencies prior to employment. Health Science classes include the following certifications upon successful completion:

• Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders – Approved by Florida Department of Elder Affairs
• American Heart Association BLS (CPR) for New Healthcare Providers
• American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid
• Assisting with Death and Dying
• Domestic Violence
• Prevention of Falls in the Elderly
• HIV/AIDS & Blood Borne Pathogens
• Infection Control & Protecting Yourself and Others from Tuberculosis
• Legal and Ethical Concepts: How to protect your License
• Prevention of Medical Errors

Health Science Core Waiver: Southern Technical Institute offers credit for the Health Science portion of our programs for those students who can provide transcripts for the equivalent course from another post-secondary school; or for those students who have 1000 documented hours working as a Florida healthcare professional and who can pass the health science core competency test.

Phlebotomy is the practice of drawing blood from patients and taking the blood specimens to the laboratory to prepare for testing. The Phlebotomist training course prepares individuals, under the supervision of nurses, phlebotomists and other health care professionals, to draw blood samples from patients using a variety of procedures. During your courses, you will be shown how to draw blood, known as a “stick.” You will practice your sticking skills in the classroom on faculty, staff and fellow students so you are prepared and confident before you begin your externship.

Students are prepared for an extensive clinical externship practicum, meaning STI will arrange for the student to practice phlebotomy procedures under the supervision of Phlebotomists and Clinical Laboratory Scientists in a laboratory setting with in a local healthcare facility. After successful completion of the Phlebotomy Technician class, students are required to spend at least 40 hours practicing phlebotomy and laboratory skills at a local healthcare facility scheduled and arranged by Southern Technical Institute.

The phlebotomist training course at STI provides skilled knowledge for a career as a Phlebotomy Technician. At the completion of the course you will be able to:

• Demonstrate accepted professional, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Discuss phlebotomy in relation to the health care setting
• Identify the anatomic structure and function of body systems in relation to services performed by phlebotomists.
• Recognize and identify collection reagents supplies, equipment and interfering chemical substances.
• Demonstrate skills and knowledge necessary to perform phlebotomy.
• Practice infection control following universal (standard) precautions.
• Practice accepted procedures of transporting, accessioning and processing specimens.
• Practice quality assurance and safety.
• Perform venipuncture procedures to draw blood through a variety of equipment, such as butterfly needles, syringe, and vacutainer, etc.