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To gain phlebotomy certification in California, you will need to complete a course and also gain your certification from the same state. This usually means that you must take a practical course that involves a lot of field work for 3 to 6 months, during which time you will learn general medical concepts as well as end up specializing in phlebotomy. California is one of two states where its mandatory for an individual to possess a phlebotomy certification prior to practicing phlebotomy and the state has one of the highest standards for phlebotomy certification in the US. Find out more in this presentation. – PowerPoint PPT presentation

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Title: Phlebotomy Training California


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Phlebotomy training California
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Phlebotomy Training California
Phlebotomy Certification in California A
phlebotomist is a medical professional who is
responsible for drawing blood from patients to
perform laboratory tests. To gain phlebotomy
certification in California, you will need to
complete a course and also gain your
certification from the same state. This usually
means that you
must take a practical course that involves a lot
of field work for 3 to 6 months, during which
time you will learn general medical concepts as
well as end up specializing in phlebotomy. Califor
nia is one of two states where its mandatory for
an individual to possess a phlebotomy
certification prior to practicing phlebotomy and
the state has one of the highest standards for
phlebotomy certification in the US.
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Phlebotomy Training California
Accredited Schools in California
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Phlebotomy Training California
Accredited Schools in California
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Phlebotomy Training California
Accredited Schools in California
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Phlebotomy Training California
Phlebotomy training in Cupertino is an option
through the services of De Anza College. Located
in Santa Clara County, this is a college that is
about 40 years old and has a well recognized and
respected phlebotomy program. The course is worth
3 units and requires 108 hours in total over a
quarter.
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Phlebotomy Training California
Phlebotomy training in San Jose at the Institute
of Medical Education is 10 weeks long. After the
basic theory, an externship is required which
means that the rest of the course takes place in
a working environment. The course is a total of
200 hours and takes place from Monday to Friday.
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Phlebotomy Training California
Phlebotomy training in San Mateo, Concord, Fresno
and Modesto is possible at one of the four
campuses of the Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts.
This program is specifically tailored for those
who wish to work in public health and there will
be 40 classroom hours as well as 40 clinical
externship hours. The courses are designed for
adults in the evening and take place between 6PM
and 10PM every day.
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Phlebotomy Training California
Phlebotomy training in Santa Rosa can be done at
Empire College. This course is an intensive 60
hours of coursework over 10 weeks and also
concludes with 40 hours of laboratory work as an
extern.
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Phlebotomy Training California
Institute of Medical Education The Institute of
Medical Education provides a 10 week program that
will comprehensively prepare you for a successful
career as a phlebotomist. You will learn major
topics in theory lectures including medical
terminology, anatomy and physiology of body
systems, cardiovascular system, infection and
infection control and many more. Upon completion
of this course you will be able to understand all
concepts related to phlebotomy and practice
standard precautions during a phlebotomy
procedure. A certificate of completion will also
be issued to you following which you will be
eligible to appear for the certifying exam.
http//imededu.com/phlebotomy.aspx
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Phlebotomy Training California
Health Career College Health Career College has
designed a 12 week phlebotomy training program
that will teach students the basic concepts in
anatomy, physiology, infection control and
clinical laboratory procedures in phlebotomy. The
program will consequently prepare students for
the certifying phlebotomy national board exam.
The students will also benefit with a more hands
on experience through an externship program in
which a student will be sent off to clinics and
laboratories.
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Phlebotomy Training California
  • Certification Requirements in CA
  • According to California State regulations, an
    individualmust complete one of the following
    courses beforepursuing a career in phlebotomy
  • Limited Phlebotomy Technician (LPT)
  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT1)
  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT2)
  • The course will usually consist of both classroom
    training and practical exercises. In essence, the
    program will teach you theoretical knowledge of
    phlebotomy and provide you with hands on
    experience. At the end of the course you should
    be skilled and knowledgeable about phlebotomy and
    its related aspects, hopefully enough to pas the
    state approved exam.
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Phlebotomy Training California
  • Additional Requirements
  • Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate
    or equivalent qualification
  • Received a minimum of 40 hours approved classroom
    instruction in an approved program
  • Completed a minimum of 40 hours of real training
    in an internship or otherwise
  • Successfully completed at least 10 skin punctures
  • Successfully completed at least 50 venipunctures
  • Following completion of the above set program
    specific guidelines you must pass the California
    state approved certifying exam.
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Phlebotomy Training California
Outlook as a Certified Phlebotomist Statistics
show that certified phlebotomists employed in
California earn 38,000 per annum, on average. A
certified phlebotomist who works in the private
sector can earn significantly more, up to 80,000
per year in some cases. Certified phlebotomists
in California make among the
highest salary in the country. A testament to the
strict phlebotomy certification qualifications in
California. The high salary comes hand-in-hand
with its stringent quality control for
healthcare. A budding phlebotomist should
definitely consider going to California to start
a career.
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