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Pathways: Phlebotomy

This is a short-term intensive training. The curriculum includes skills, knowledge, and abilities that have been identified as critical for career entry-level positions as a phlebotomist in a health clinic or medical center. Students complete the training in two terms.

Students are prepared to perform blood draws and to assist in performing routine clinical laboratory tests under the supervision of a pathologist, medical technologist or physician.

The course covers collecting, handling, transporting, and processing blood specimens for analysis. Students learn about laboratory information systems, anatomy and the physiology of body systems, as well as pathologic conditions, use and care of lab equipment and how to monitor quality control. The training combines on-campus instruction in fundamental principles with clinical experiences gained through rotation in clinical laboratories. Students enrolled in the phlebotomy training are required to use medical devices and follow safety precautions in a medical setting.

Term I (non-credit) Class schedule at the Cascade Campus is to be determined. Career Pathways students will attend an additional weekly 3-hour Career Planning class either at SE Center on Fridays from 9:00 am - Noon or Tuesdays from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at the Willow Creek Center. This term is non-credit and is not eligible for FAFSA/financial aid.

Term 2 (7 credits) 200 clock hour practicum in an affiliate laboratory (hospital, private, physician's office) under laboratory personnel supervision. Second term practicum rotations are typically held during the day, 40 hours per week, for 5 consecutive weeks. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Part I

The next training begins the week of March 29, 2010. Click on the "Course of Study" link below to download an updated application and view the application submission deadline for Spring Term.

Deadline for Spring Term applications is February 19, 2010, by 5:00pm.

Career Pathways applicants may need to attend an Information Session to be considered for the training. Call 503-788-6233 for information.

Students must be accepted into the training. An application packet must be complete and submitted in a timely manner to be considered for acceptance into the training. Seating is limited and timely submission of the Application Packet does not guarantee acceptance into the training.

Learn more: Download a printable flyer.

Features

• Career Pathways students participate in Career Planning three hours a week where a cohort learning community is developed and an Employment Specialist supports students as they pursue employment in this field.
• Training is on the State of Oregon Eligible Training Provider list (WIA)
• This training is offered in partnership with the PCC Institute for Health Professionals and the Medical Laboratory Technology department.
• There is a required practicum during the second term of the training. Students must be available to participate during the day, 40 hours each week, for five consecutive weeks.
• In the Portland metropolitan area, Phlebotomists earn about $11.00-$14.00 an hour to start. 
• In Oregon there is no license to be a phlebotomist.  However, most employers require staff to hold a national certification from the national board exam for phlebotomy certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathologists www.ascp.org.  PCC's Phlebotomy program meets the requirements for students to sit for this test. 

Estimated Cost Of Training:
Term 1: $2,378.90
Term 2: $580.40
Total: $2,959.30

Training Cost Sheet

Note: The figures above are based on the 2009/10 PCC fee structure. They are approximations and subject to change without notice.

Prerequisites

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be prepared to take a criminal background check during the first term.
• Completion of a COMPASS placement exam at a PCC testing office with placement into:  Writing 90, Reading 90, and Math 20 (for Career Pathways students only).
• Strong customer service background
• Experienced in Microsoft Word, Excel; type 30 wpm.
• For information on a free workshop to prepare to take the COMPASS exam call 503-788-6270.

Course of Study

Course Number	Course Name	Credits
Term 1
CEU 949Y	Phlebotomy Click here for additional details, FAQ's, and to download the Application Packet	non-credit
WFTT23 (For students wanting the Phlebotomy training only, please call 503-731-6673)	Career Planning: This course is designed to build a learning community among students pursuing career pathways courses. Students will develop their skills as a student, intern and job seeker. A job search portfolio will be used as an organizational framework for the course.	non-credit
Term 2
	Internship	7 credits