Service Description

The phlebotomy (drawing blood) training, offered as an organizational training only (not open to the public), requires a minimum of 16 hours of training. Training is typically capped at 20 trainees and may include two trainers. Groups of more than 20 trainees will require an additional trainer.  The goal of every training is for each attendee to obtain a minimum of five "live and successful sticks" at the end of each training. Training is conducted using the following schedule: A four-hour didactic live online training and; A four hour didactic/practical in-person training using prosthetic arms An 8-12 hour didactic/practical in-person training practicing "live sticks" *It is highly recommended the above training sections be conducted on consecutive days to optimize skill-building. Didactic Training will include: Basic Handwashing General Laboratory Rules and Safety Basic Asepsis Biohazard Disposal Quality Controls Universal Precautions Blood Borne Pathogens Legal and Ethical Terminology Blood and Vein Anatomy Identifying Appropriate Needles and Tubes Additives and Fill requirements Factors Affecting Success/Errors Patient Care and Identification Centrifuging Specimen Handling  Common Terminology A Certificate of Completion is provided to all trainees Practical Sections Include: Practice Phlebotomy (using prosthetic arms) Practical Phlebotomy ("Live sticks" from fellow consenting trainees; requires trainer sign off of skill assessment before beginning "live sticks"). ​*****​Please arrange for payment of the training to come from one source designated as the fiscal sponsor for the training. If multiple entities intend to pay for the training all entities will need to determine who will be the designated payee.

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All appointments are subject to availability. Bookings that require a completed questionnaire are not considered confirmed without the completion of the related questionnaire. Please be sure to use the link at the end of your questionnaire to complete your booking. Although we strive to always keep your original booking, we reserve the right to reschedule bookings made via www.volcanoconsulting.com. In such a case, we will work with you to reschedule during a time that works for you.

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