About this Event
Learn how to take blood ... train as a Phlebotomist
OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS - NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Nationally Recognised Qualification
OCN Accredited - Level 3 (advanced)
CPD Accredited (21 CPD points)
Covers all steps up to live blood draw
Practise on artificial arm and fake blood!
Skills for Health (HSC376) & WHO compliant
Basic understanding of English language required
PART 1 - CLASSROOM Theory: Attend a classroom location for one full day
PART 2 - CLASSROOM Skills and Practical Development: Attend a classroom location for one full day
Course Content:
Introductions & Overview
History, Definitions & Roles
Work-flow Cycles
Professionalism
Health & Safety
Blood Collection Systems
Anatomy & Physiology
Blood Composition
Using the Equipment
Performing the Venepuncture
Lab Tests & Bottle Types
Analytical Errors
Practical Sessions:
Equipment familiarisation
Using the tourniquet & identifying a vein
Handling & assembling the equipment
Hands on approach using vein blocks
Performing the venepuncture (on artificial arms)
Role Play
Home Study Pack - A Home Study Pack will be provided to you prior to attending the course and is an integral part of your learning programme. Completion of this assignment is recommended prior to attending the course and is designed to provide you with a basic knowledge of several fundamental subject areas.
Learning Outcomes
Trains up to point of live blood collection
Covers all essential theory and skill-set development to meet medical standards
Blood test types, collection systems, consent, legal requirements, blood composition, preventing collection and analytical errors
No other course required to draw blood from patients / clients (consenting adults)
Progression route to advanced and cannulation courses as required
After the Course
Safely and competently draw blood from clients
Understand the correct procedures to draw blood from a wide range of challenging situations
Follow correct procedures dealing with handling errors
Know which bottle types to use for different blood tests
Meets or exceeds Skills for Health and WHO healthcare mandates
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
LEEDS (2025) - Holiday Inn Express - Leeds City Centre, Cavendish Street, Leeds, United Kingdom
GBP 87.32 to GBP 285.00
