About
This Phlebotomy Technician course is intended for the high-school graduate student with no collegiate or healthcare experience. It is intended to prepare the student to become a healthcare team member in this exciting and fast paced field. Although this course teaches the collection of blood specimens, the course emphasizes knowledge required for all health care professionals to prepare them for a growing future in healthcare.
Phlebotomy Technicians collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom and lab work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology; blood collection procedures; specimen hands-on practice; and training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods.
Organization
University of Hawaii Maui College - Molokai
University of Hawai‘i System
The University of Hawai‘i System is the sole public higher education system in Hawaii, with 10 campuses and numerous centers across the islands, serving a large student population through extensive academic and distance learning programs. The Molokai Education Center, part of this system, offers a culturally rich and serene learning environment on the uniquely Hawaiian island of Molokai, emphasizing community, tradition, and connection to the natural outdoors, providing a unique and accessible pathway into healthcare.
Highlights:
- State's sole public higher education system
- 10 campuses and dozens of centers across Hawaii
- Molokai Education Center offers a unique, serene island environment
- Culturally rich learning emphasizing community and tradition
- Offers in-person phlebotomy classes designed for beginners