There may be specific requirements for this program. Contact the Program via the phone number and/or email address listed on the advisement sheet. Go to the Health Sciences Program Requirements page at
csn.edu/health-sciences-program-requirements, click the “Open Entry Programs” tab, locate your program then click the “Important Information & Forms” link.
Note: Prospective students are expected to meet this program’s Essential Functions. To review the Essential Functions for this program, go to
csn.edu/health-sciences-program-requirements, select your program, and click the link. Learners with a documented need for accommodation must contact the Disability Resources Center (
csn.edu/disability-resource-center).
DESCRIPTION
The skills certificate in Phlebotomy for MLT/MLS is designed for students pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLSBAS), or an Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technician (MLTECH-AAS). The Phlebotomy skills certificate is a one semester program which consists of three courses including lecture, student laboratory, and a clinical practicum at a healthcare facility. The clinical practicum is generally three weeks long and usually includes 8- hour days, Monday through Friday. Students successfully completing the program are eligible to take a national phlebotomy certification examination.
The program prepares students to work in a medical laboratory, medical office, hospital, or other medical facility. Students are trained in venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques to obtain blood samples for testing. Topics in this program include Health Care Structure; Safety in Health Care; Medical Law and Ethics; Medical Terminology; Medical Laboratory and Laboratory Tests; Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture Procedures; Specimen Processing; and Point of Care Testing. Students interested in the program must have a High School diploma, High School transcripts, or GED equivalent; OR unofficial college/university transcripts with an awarded degree. Students must be a declared MLS-BAS or MLTECH-AAS major. Additionally, students must have completed CHEM 103, 110, 121, or higher and MATH 126, 126E or higher with a grade of “C” or better.
