This is a two part course that consists of 90 hours in the classroom and an additional 40 hours of externship over the course of 10 weeks. This program is only comprised of this one course for completion. This course includes theory, lab and hands on experience. In this course students will learn basics of phlebotomy, anatomy/physiology of the circulatory system, specimen collection (including venipuncture and skin punctures), specimen processing and handling, infection control, blood borne pathogens, workplace safety, and laboratory operations (e.g. safety, quality control). Students will also be required to participate in a 40 hour clinical practicum/externship at a local physician office, clinic or hospital in an acceptable laboratory with a minimum performance of thirty (30) successful unaided venipunctures and ten (10) capillary sticks on live individuals to sit for the NHA CPT exam. After successful completion of this course graduates of this program will receive a certificate of completion and will be eligible to sit for the NHA ex