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Springfield Technical Community College's Workforce Development Center is offering a 60-hour training for individuals currently licensed in various medical fields in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to prepare and take the exam to become a certified Phlebotomist in Massachusetts. One must have current certifications in at least one, but not limited to the following healthcare roles:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Certified Electrocardiogram Technician (CET)
- Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
This non-credit course is aimed to prepare an individual currently working in a certified healthcare position to perform venipuncture and capillary puncture to obtain blood specimens for diagnostic procedures.
Major duties and responsibilities of the phlebotomist include:
- Correct identification 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
- Performance of computer operations and record-keeping related to phlebotomy
- Adherence to all OSHA safety regulations
For additional information visit: WPHL-002 Phlebotomy for Healthcare Workers | STCC
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
20
Program Duration
3 weeks
Rolling Admission
Yes
Program Start Dates
Next starts: April 16, 2024 & May 7, 2024, additional start dates in June and August
Sample Schedule
| Hours | Activity Type | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9AM - 2:30PM | Class, Labs and Clinical | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| 5PM - 9PM | Class, Labs and Clinical | ✓ | ✓ |
Program Requirements
CORI check, Drug Testing, High school diploma/GED/HiSET, Immunizations/Health Records
Program is CORI-friendly?
Yes
Anticipated outcomes
Phlebotomy Technican Certificate, Stackable Credential(s), Basic skills gain, Industry skills gain
Participant Supports
| Participant Support Category | All participants | As needed |
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| DTA SNAP Child Care Referral | ✓ | |
| DTA SNAP Transportation Support | ✓ | |
| Test/License Fees | ✓ | |
| Books/Supplies | ✓ | |
| Clothing/Uniforms | ✓ |
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?
No
Do participants receive any pay?
Not applicable
Location
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One Armory Square, Springfield, MA 01102-9000
Public Transit Information
STCC is accessible via public transportation.
Phone Number
413-781-7822
Program Contact
Danielle Morales