Description

The EKG/Phlebotomy program will provide training skills as a Phlebotomy Technician as well as an Electrocardiography Technician. A combination of skills can be used to obtain employment in hospitals, physician offices and several health care settings. The program places highlight on the safe practice of collecting adequate and correct blood specimens by capillary puncture or venipuncture on adults, children, and pediatrics. The second part of the program includes the correct and accurate capture of EKG tracing and cardiac monitoring details. The program consists of online classroom simulated laboratory settings and practicum.

Upon completion, the students will render sympathetic patient care to all patients and will perform as an essential member of a health care team with competence and confidence Once course and practicum is completed, students will be eligible to sit for the National Phlebotomy and EKG Technician Certification Examination.