Basic Phlebotomy

Training

Inhouse

£ 600 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Training

  • Level

    Beginner

  • Methodology

    Inhouse

  • Class hours

    6h

  • Duration

    1 Day

Delegates will:-
* Demonstrate an understanding of the vascular anatomy of the arm
* Perform and be aware of the dangers and complications of this invasive technique
* Safely work towards competence in phlebotomy

About this course

Course candidates will be equipped with the underlying theory and skills to gain competency under clinical supervision by a practitioner in their own workplace.

RMN's, health care assistants, occupational health consultants, any health professionals who wish to update or refresh their skills.

No previous qualifications are required but candidates should be able to source competency trials and supervision. Training sessions are provided for up to 12 delegates.

Complete and return a training agreement. Training dates are convenient to the organisation purchasing.

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Subjects

  • Venepuncture
  • Taking bloods
  • Health Care
  • Phlebotomy
  • Venous blood collection

Teachers and trainers (1)

David McManus

David McManus

Lead Tutor, PiC National Training Centre

Course programme

Course review:

This course covers the basic skills for collection of venous blood samples from the arm and incorporates the competencies set out in the CHS132, the National Occupational Standard for Phlebotomy written by Skills For Health.

On successful completion delegates will be equipped with the underlying theory and skills to gain competence under clinical supervision by a practitioner in their own workplace. Each delegate will receive a course workbook which requires twelve competency trials to be approved by a Clinician (Doctor, Nurse or qualified Phlebotomist). Once returned to the centre, delegates will receive a Certificate of Competency.

Course Content

- Anatomy of the arm
- Infection control and health & safety
- Purposes and complications of the phlebotomy procedure
- Vein selection and technique demonstration
- Practical skills workshop using an arm trainer mannequin
- Legal and professional obligations

This course can take a maximum of 12 delegates.

Additional information

Courses can be delivered in-house at your organisation for up to 12 delegates or we can hold a private course for you at our training facility in Warrington.

Basic Phlebotomy

£ 600 + VAT