Certified Phlebotomy Technician
This course prepares students to be able to perform venipunctures, capillary punctures, and basic laboratory tests expected of entry-level phlebotomy positions in hospitals and other health care settings consistent with health care regulations in California. With successful completion of this course, including 50 successful venipunctures and 10 successful skin punctures, the student will be eligible to sit for the exam to become a Certified Phlebotomist Technician with the State of California.
1 semester
next class fall 2024
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites and Requirements
Verify proof of a high school diploma or GED
HO 3 Medical Terminology
BLS CPR Class not required, but highly recommended.
Licensing Notes:
This will be a full program even if the person has been working as a phlebotomist and can
prove 1040 hours of work, they will still be required to take the whole course.
After registering for the Phlebotomy Technician Program the student will:
1. Verify possession of a valid BLS CPR card from ASHI or AHA.
2. Verify that he or she doesn’t have a criminal record and can work in a health care setting.
3. Provide documentation of recent tuberculosis testing or equivalent. If you have received a TB test in the past, we will accept it if it has been completed in the last 12-months.
4. Provide records of vaccinations or titers required for entry into clinical environments.
Enrollment
Contact the Lassen College Admissions office to enroll into:
HO 88 Phlebotomy Technician
Admissions and Records is located in the Student Services Building room VT 116.
Office Hours:
8:00am to 4:00pm Monday- Friday
We are available via email, fax, and phone:
Physical Address - 478-200 Hwy 139 Susanville, CA 96130
Mailing Address - P.O. Box 3000 Susanville, CA 96130
lccadmissions@lassencollege.edu
(530)251-8802 Fax
(530)251-8808 Phone
Program Clinical Requirements
The following proof of vaccination is required for clinical clearance to ensure your safety and the safety of the patients you will be serving. Keep copies of all compliance documents.
Negative Urine Drug Screen
Tuberculosis (TB) Screening
Immunizations: You will be required to pay for a 6-month subscription to My Clinical Exchange. This is where all your vaccinations will be uploaded and sent to the Clinical Facility.
Hepatitis B:
Three doses of Hepatitis B vaccine with 4 weeks between doses or positive antibody titer is required.
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella:
Two doses of MMR vaccine or a positive antibody titer is required.
Varicella (Chickenpox):
Two doses of Varicella vaccine or a positive antibody titer are required.
To have had chickenpox as a child may not be sufficient protection against the disease and a titer is therefore necessary to prove immunity.
Covid-19 Vaccination:
Effective Date: October 2023
Policy Overview: The Lassen Community College Allied Health Programs acknowledges the importance of Covid-19 vaccination in mitigating the spread of the virus and ensuring a safe healthcare environment. While the Covid-19 vaccine is not currently mandatory for enrolled students, this policy outlines the procedure to be followed if the clinical sites and/or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) mandate the Covid-19 vaccine at any point during the program.
Policy Details:
Current Voluntary Vaccination Status: a. At present, the Covid-19 vaccine is not a mandatory requirement for enrollment in the Program. b. Students have the option to voluntarily receive the Covid-19 vaccine if they choose to do so.
Mandatory Vaccination in Response to Clinical Site or CDC Mandate: a. If at any time during the Program, the clinical sites and/or the CDC mandate the Covid-19 vaccine for individuals working in healthcare settings, all registered nursing students within the program will be required to receive the vaccine. b. The program will provide information and support to students regarding the vaccination process, including scheduling, locations, and any associated costs.
Consequences of Non-Compliance: a. Failure to receive the mandated Covid-19 vaccine as directed by the clinical sites or the CDC will result in dismissal from the Program. b. Dismissed students will be ineligible to continue participating in the program, and their enrollment will be terminated.
Documentation and Verification: a. Students who receive the mandated Covid-19 vaccine must provide appropriate documentation to the program for verification. b. The program will maintain confidential records of vaccination status in compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulations.
Compliance and Awareness: a. All enrolled students are responsible for staying informed about changes to the Covid-19 vaccination requirements and related policies throughout their enrollment in the program. b. It is the responsibility of each student to comply with any Covid-19 vaccination mandates imposed by the clinical sites or the CDC.
Communication of Changes: a. The program administration will promptly communicate any updates or changes to the Covid-19 vaccination policy to all enrolled students. b. Updates will be provided through official communication channels, including email, program websites, and in-person meetings.
This policy is subject to periodic review and may be amended as necessary to align with evolving guidelines, mandates, or circumstances related to Covid-19. Any revisions will be communicated to enrolled students in a timely and transparent manner.
Influenza Vaccination:
All CPT students must be vaccinated against the seasonal influenza virus once the vaccine becomes available.
The new flu vaccine is released each fall and should be received once available.
This is an annual requirement for all CPT students dependent on clinical site requirement.
If students choose to decline the Influenza Vaccination and if the Clinical Site will accept a declination, they must sign and submit the Influenza Declination form from Lassen Community College. Some clinical sites may require the student to fill out a request to decline the Flu Vaccination through their company and may or may not accept it.
Student responsibilities
The CPT student is expected to:
Be responsible for all assignments given in the classroom or clinical area.
Be prepared for classroom and clinical assignments.
Be on time for class and clinical.
Be responsible for own transportation to the clinical facilities.
Respect and keep all information regarding the patient confidential. No printing from clinical sites, visiting, or calling to gain information for assignments.
Refrain from smoking or use of smokeless tobacco or devices during class or clinical rotations.
Report any prescribed drug therapy occurring at any time during the program to the Nursing Director.
Limit telephone conversations to break and non-class times.
Cellphones must be turned off in locker and/or left in car during clinical.
Comply with all Lassen Community College policies and regulations regarding students.
While in the clinical setting, comply with all clinical facility rules governing employees and students.
Show respect to each patient, classmate, instructor, and all employees at clinical sites.
Any reason for concern for the students well-being by instructor may result in a referral to LCC behavior health services.
Remember this is a drug-free environment, and should be drug-free career. Abuse of alcohol and/or illegal drugs is unprofessional. Proven violation, including incarceration, will result in disciplinary action, up to the possibly including dismissal from the program at the discretion of the nursing faculty.