Program Description
Procedures In Phlebotomy is a course designed to train individuals to collect blood for laboratory analysis, which is necessary for the diagnosis and care of the patient. Ideal for health professionals seeking to expand their current skills, or for those interested in a profession in laboratory medicine, this training program is approved by the California Department of Public Health, Laboratory Field Services. The Clinical Laboratory Science Department in the School of Allied Health Professions issues a certificate in phlebotomy to successful participants.The Program
The program trains the modern phlebotomist to perform venipuncture and capillary punctures; topics include medical terminology, laboratory safety, basic anatomy and physiology, quality-assurance methods, and medicolegal issues of phlebotomy. A minimum of forty hours of supervised clinical experience is available at Loma Linda University Medical Center and other medical affiliates, allowing participants to achieve proficiency in the health care setting.
Program Length
1 quarterPossible Careers
Phlebotomist in a Hospital or Doctors' Offices, medical and diagnostic laboratory, blood donor centers, outpatient care centers, and mobile phlebotomist.Application Deadlines
| Quarter | Application Open | Priority Deadline | Final Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring of 2023 | Jan 16, 2023 | — | Mar 3, 2023 |
Admissions Requirements
To be eligible for admission, the applicant must be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or GED. All registrants must have current immunizations (measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus) PPD skin test, proof of hepatitis B vaccine, and pass a background check.Prerequisites
There are no specific courses. Please reference the Admissions Requirements.Discipline Accrediting Agency
The program is approved by the California Department of Public Health, Laboratory Field Services, 850 Marina Bay Parkway, Building P, 1st Floor, Richmond, CA 94804-6403; telephone: 510/620-3792.
Expected Cost of Attendance
Academic Year 2023-2024
| Year of Program: | Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,475 |
| Fees | $980 |
| Books & Supplies | $140 |
| Instruments | — |
| Misc (e.g., Boards, Licensing exam, Uniforms) | — |
| Total | $3,595 |
Notes
Expected costs for the 2023-2024 academic year are based on full time attendance. From year to year, increases are anticipated consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
Estimated Living Expenses
Academic Year 2023-2024, off campus, with a roommate
| Year of Program: | Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Months enrolled | 3 |
| Room & Board | — |
| Transportation | — |
| Personal Expenses | — |
Notes
- Amounts are what a student can apply to borrow for the number of months shown in each academic year based on living off campus with a roommate and not with a relative.
- International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on the numbers listed here.
- In general, to qualify for financial aid a student must be enrolled at least half time taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.