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Phlebotomy Technician Course

Phlebotomy Technician Course

| Published on: Oct 19, 2021 Views: 1757


In this article Here we will deal with vocational training or short time training program related to medical laboratory technology. In this article, we will have a depth analysis of the Phlebotomy technology training course.

It is a short-term course in the paramedical field (phlebotomy Training) course. it is a certification program. The course duration is very short. Some institutes offer 6 months phlebotomy courses or some provide for 1-year phlebotomy course. So, one who has completed their 10th or 12th and looking for a short-term training program in the paramedical field. This phlebotomy course can be the best option.

In this article, we are going to describe all the important information that you need to know about the Phlebotomy technician course.

This course is available in different formats all over India. some healthcare institutes are known to offer this training program as a certification program. private institutes are known to offer it as an informal training course. This course is also available under Government skill development schemes and programs. Such as NSDC, Skill India schemes, and programs.

What is Phlebotomy technician training all about?

You will find all answers to these questions which are mentioned below.

What is phlebotomy?

Phlebotomy is a process of the puncture of a vein to collect the blood samples, to introduce a fluid, or (historically) when letting blood sample.

Who are phlebotomists?

The person who collects the blood samples and body fluids is known as a phlebotomist.

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN TRAINING: BASIC DETAILS

This is Short term training program that comes under the trade of allied healthcare sciences or under the paramedical field.

Phlebotomy is a part of medical laboratory technology (MLT). Medical laboratory technology deals with the analysis of samples, diagnostic processes, equipment and tools, and collection of samples.

To be precise, phlebotomy deals with collecting blood from patients, storing it and transporting it to medical laboratory for testing samples.

Phlebotomy technicians are trained in areas which are listed below:

  • Collecting samples
  • Labeling samples
  • Safely storing samples
  • Transporting samples
  • Receiving samples
  • Rejecting or Accepting samples

Phlebotomy deals with collecting blood from patients. But at the same time, phlebotomy technicians are also experts in dealing with other samples such as urine, stool, and tissue samples. They are also trained to maintain patient medical history.

The training program covers topics like – operating relevant tools and equipment, storage of samples, labeling of samples, medical records, bio-medical waste disposal, and medical lab technology.

This training program is available in different formats such as – skill diploma, certification, diploma in phlebotomy etc...

Let us take a closer look at the course details

Phlebotomy Course Details

Type of course

It is a certification or short-term training program.

Eligibility

Students should have passed 10th or 12th to pursue a phlebotomy course.

Duration

The training period varies from one institute to another. It can be around 3 - 6 months or 6 months to 1 Year.

Fee for Phlebotomy course

Fees vary from one institute to another. It depends upon factors like – type of training program, course content, type of institute, etc. Generally, the Fee structure of phlebotomy is between 10K - 40k  INR It depending on the institutions.

Syllabus of Phlebotomy Course

Subjects included in phlebotomy are listed below:

Collecting samples

  • Labeling samples
  • Safely storing samples
  • Transporting samples
  • Receiving samples
  • Rejecting/Accepting samples
  • Medical records
  • Communication skills
  • Personal hygiene
  • Relevant tools and equipment
  • Medical lab practices

Career Prospects In Phlebotomy

After completing this training program, you will be able to get a job at

  • Medical labs
  • Private hospitals
  • Government hospitals
  • Collection Centers
  • Blood Bank centers
  • Clinics
  • NGOs
  • INGOs
  • Community healthcare centers
  • Rural healthcare centers
  • Primary healthcare centers etc.

 

Phlebotomy Technician Course

Ask Questions

Question & Answers:

Samiul Islam 19/10/2021

How many salary expect after completing course.

Admin

Depends on the organisations in which u wants to work. usually starts from 8 to 15k per month

Seema Rawata 19/10/2021

Sir/mamWhich course is best between phlebotomy or medical lab technology? Please reply

Admin

Dear Seema,

phlebotomy course is a short-term course, and in medical lab technology there is diploma level & bachelor level course, so it is better to do a diploma or bachelor course in comparison to short-term courses.