PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
Phlebotomists work in blood banks, hospitals, clinics and other medical facilities drawing blood from patients in preparation for medical testing. As a Phlebotomist, you must be able to work directly with patients and have the ability to calm them. Safety is key in phlebotomy and all safety precautions must be taken to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases.
OCCUPATION DESCRIPTION:
Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.
PRE-REGISTRATION COSTS:
CPR Certification $ 10.00 - $40.00
PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
The following table illustrates the PSAV program structure:
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COURSE #
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OCP
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
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HOURS
|
Resident Tuition
|
Non-Resident Tuition
|
LAB
Fee
|
|
HSC0003
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A
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Basic Healthcare Worker
|
90
|
$250.00
|
$947.00
|
|
|
MEA0520
|
B
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Phlebotomist
|
75
|
$193.00
|
$774.00
|
$160.00
|
|
|
|
TOTAL
|
165
|
$ 603.00
|
$1,881.00
|
|
|
Additional Costs:
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Resident
|
Non-Resident
|
|
Registration Fee
|
$10.00
|
$10.00
|
|
Class VIIIA Student Liability Insurance
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$31.00
|
$31.00
|
|
Approximate Books/Supplies
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$200.00
|
$200.00
|
|
Approximate Total Program Cost:
|
$844.00
|
$2,122.00
|
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
AGE: 18 years or older
DIPLOMA: Standard High School Diploma or Equivalent
PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION:
TABE (Level A): MATH 10.0 LANGUAGE 10.0 READING 10.0 or meet other basic skill recommendations
Industry Certification: Certified Phlebotomist - $115.00
Advisory Salary Range: $22,000 - $26,000
Florida Panhandle: $20,880 - $35,060
PH Average: $26,020
State Average: $27,300
National Average: $30,200
Program Completion Rate: 93% - Program Placement Rate: 79% - Program Certification Pass Rate: 100%
