Program Details
Phlebotomy Career Studies Certificate
Career Studies CertificatePaul D. Camp Community College
The Phlebotomy Career Studies Certificate offers foundational courses to prepare a laboratory practitioner whose primary function is to obtain, process, and transport patient blood specimens. Although the emphasis is on venipuncture and micro-collection techniques, topics such as medical terminology, basic anatomy and physiology, infection control, safety, quality assurance, interpersonal communication, management, medical and legal ethics, and professionalism are covered as they relate to the role of the phlebotomist in the medical laboratory. This career certificate includes student participation in over 120 hours of supervised, clinical phlebotomy experiences in various health care settings.
Outcomes
Completers of this program will possess the knowledge and skills to obtain, process, and transport patient blood specimens at job sites such as hospital laboratories, blood centers, clinics, private laboratories, physicians offices, as well as veterinary clinics and hospitals.
Program Overview & Guidance
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | This program is designed to prepare students to become laboratory practitioner whose primary function is to obtain, process, and transport patient blood specimens. |
| Program Requirement Notes | Program Requirement Notes Students must submit a separate application to the Nursing and Allied Health Department for approval prior to beginning phlebotomy (MDL) classes and be in good general health. Students must complete a physical examination that includes current tetanus, hepatitis series, Rubeola & Rubella, (MMR) documentation of immunization or Varicella titer, and Tb test. Students must have and maintain an overall 2.0 GPA to be admitted to phlebotomy courses. Students must submit copies of all high school or GED scores and college transcripts. Students who apply to Phlebotomy, Nurse Aide, Practical Nursing, or Registered Nursing, must take any developmental courses recommended in the evaluation of direct enrollment. All new students will complete the advising questionnaire to determine which English and Math class would be appropriate to both assist and guide the prospective student. Direct Enrollment English placement is based on high school GPA, GED, or SAT scoring. Direct Enrollment Math placement is based on GPA, GED, or SAT scoring, along with highest level math taken in high school. Pre-nursing and nurse aide students must be ENG 111 ready with a 2.5 GPA. |
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Program Credit Requirements
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Completion of the general education credential or a transfer-oriented associate degree program will guarantee completion of Camp’s general education component of Camp’s curriculum but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites needed for the program. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Students earning an associate degree while in high school may not be eligible for guaranteed admission programs at four-year institutions. Students planning to transfer should review the guaranteed admissions requirements at the college to which they want to be admitted. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | Camp follows the VCCS Waiver of Requirements policy when determining whether any course or program requirements can be waived when previous educational studies, training programs, or work experience may entitle students to an adjustment in required courses in a particular curriculum. Students who believe that previous educational studies, training programs, or work experience may entitle them to an adjustment in the required courses in a particular curriculum should contact the Dean or their Program Advisor to determine procedures before registering for classes. |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | Camp enrolls over 900 curricular students, with an average class size of 10 students, a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. |
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| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined by the Catalog in effect when a student enters the college, or any in a subsequent Catalog chosen. A student must follow program or major requirements in effect at the time a program or major is declared or at the time a program or major is changed. If a student’s progress toward a degree is interrupted for four or more consecutive semesters (excluding Summer), the curricular requirements of the Catalog in effect when re-entering the college must be followed. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Most degree and certificate programs are open to all students. Some programs in nursing and allied health have competitive entry and require a separate application. |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Virginia Community College | AAS in Medical Laboratoy Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate in Applied Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Medical Laboratory Technology, A.A.S. | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Wytheville Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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| 25-1071.00 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
| 29-2012.01 | Histology Technicians | Prepare histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist with research studies. | Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations |
| 29-2012.00 | Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians | Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist. | Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations |
Cost To Complete