This course provides knowledge and training on how to draw blood using numerous techniques. The course curriculum teaches anatomy & physiology, medical terminology, venipuncture, tube recognition & order of draw, professionalism, preanalytical complications, capillary blood draw, and specimen transportation. Students will also have the luxury of completing an internship to gain more experience. After completion of this course, the student will register to take the AAPT (American Academy Phlebotomy Technicians) or NHA (National Healthcare Association) exam at an on-site testing center.
Shades of Purple
Located at 6900 Six Forks Road in Raleigh, NC, Shades of Purple is a licensed healthcare training institute offering professional healthcare education and certification. The institute provides an online learning portal via MoodleCloud and emphasizes career development in compassionate care, empowering future healthcare professionals. Their phlebotomy program, a key offering, is delivered in a hybrid format, combining online theory with in-person hands-on training, with flexible scheduling including night classes and an accelerated weekend option, ensuring personalized attention with small class sizes. Prerequisites typically include being at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED, and the program can be completed in 3 to 6 months.
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