West Virginia Northern Community College

New Martinsville Campus

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Program Length: 40 hours of instruction

This course prepares the student for the Phlebotomy Technician role in a healthcare setting. The student will be instructed on techniques & skills related to preparing and monitoring patients for relevant procedures, and gain an understanding of infection control measures. Students are required to successfully complete 45 hours of preceptorship experience, in which they must demonstrate adequate skills related to Phlebotomy techniques, including 30 venipunctures and 10 capillary draws which are required for the student to be eligible to take the Phlebotomy Certification exam. This exam will be taken in the last week of the course.

Additionally, program completers of EKG and Phlebotomy can receive college credit towards WVNCC’s Patient Care Technician Certificate – a one-year program.     

Note: Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify for Workforce HEAPS grants, scholarships, or WIOA funding. Books and certification costs are included in the fees. Please contact Ms. Jenna Derrico jderrico@wvncc.edu or 304-214-8962 for assistance.

WF HEAPS Funding (WV residents only) Address: https://www.collegeforwv.com/programs/heaps-workforce/apply-now/ 

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