Phlebotomy Tech

Certificate of Proficiency in Phlebotomy Technology

Program Overview

The Phlebotomy Technology program is a one-semester program that prepares students to collect, transport, and handle blood and other body-fluid specimens safely and accurately. Students learn blood collection equipment, venipuncture, capillary collection, specimen collection procedures, and pre-analytic complications. The program also covers collection from adult, pediatric, geriatric, home, and long-term care clients, as well as forensic toxicology.

Laboratory experiences reinforce classroom instruction and provide opportunities to develop hands-on skills in specimen collection.

Program Highlights

9 Credit Hours
One-Semester Program
Hands-On Laboratory Experience
NAACLS Accredited

Certification Opportunities

Program graduates may apply to seek certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

• Degree Plan for Phlebotomy Technology (PDF)
• Student Handbook (PDF) 

Where Can This Program Take Me?

Phlebotomists may pursue opportunities in hospital laboratories, outpatient laboratories, physician offices, and medical clinics.

Program Outcomes and Effectiveness — 3 Year Rates

Program of Study

Admission & Acceptance Requirements

Admission & Acceptance Requirements

• Complete the College's general admission procedures.
• Meet the required Reading competency:
  • ACT Reading: 19,
  • or ACCUPLACER NG Reading: 251+,
  • or Completion of a Developmental Reading course.
• Complete the Health Professions Application for Admission.
• Complete or concurrently enroll in HEAL 1113 – Medical Terminology, unless otherwise permitted by the instructor.
• Provide documentation of current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR Health Care Provider Certification.
• Complete a criminal background check.

Clinical/Program Expenses

Program Expenses based on 9 Credit Hours 

Expense	Cost
Tuition ($120.00 per credit hour)	$1,080.00
Technology Fee ($15.00 per credit hour)	$135.00
College Services Fee ($10 per credit hour)	$90.00
Student Activity Fee ($20 per credit hour)	$180.00
Professional Fee ($25 per credit hour)	$225.00
Lab Fee ($35 per course)	$70.00
Internet Fee ($35 per course)	$70.00
Arkansas Assessment Fee	$5.00
Malpractice Insurance	$13.50
Uniform (Lab coat, scrub top & bottom)	$74.00
Book	$91.00
Verified Credentials Drug & Background Screening	$117.00
Licensure/Certification Application & Exam	$105.00
Total Expense	$2,255.50

Students enrolled in Health Professions programs with a clinical component are assessed a fee for malpractice insurance. Random drug screening may be conducted at any time during the program at the student's expense.

Clinical Facilities

Phlebotomy Technology Clinical Facilities

Phlebotomy Technology Clinical Facilities

Heal 1216 Introduction to Phlebotomy Technology

Campus Laboratory-SEARK College
1900 S Hazel St.
Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71603
Phone: (870) 850-3065

Jasmine Wells, BA, PBT (ASCP),Director 
Alicia Lyon, BS, PBT(NHA), Instructor

List of Clinical Facilities by Affiliation Agreement

List of Clinical Facilities by Affiliation Agreement

Jefferson Regional Medical Center (JRMC)
1600 W 40th Ave, Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71603
Phone: (870) 541-7520
Tracey Rabun, MS, PBT, Phlebotomy Manager

Jefferson Medical Lab (JML)
1600 W 40th Ave, Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71603
Phone: (870) 541-6450
Harold King, BS, MT, Lab Supervisor

Bradley County Medical Center
404 S Bradley St, Warren, AR, 71671
Phone: 870-226-4523
Leah Mcintyre, BS, MT, Lab Director

Delta Memorial Hospital
811 US-65, Dumas, Ar, 71693
Phone: 870-382-4303
Rebekah Snyder, AAS, MLT (ASCP), Lab Manager

View the List of Clinical Facilities (PDF)

Accreditation

Southeast Arkansas College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

The Phlebotomy Technology program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).

NAACLS
5600 N. River Road, Ste 720
Rosemont, IL 60018-5119
Phone: (773) 714-8880

https://naacls.org/

Faculty

Jasmine Wells, BA, RT(R), PBT, (NHA)
Program Director

Alicia Lyons, BS, PBT, (NHA)
Instructor/Clinical Coordinator

For More Information, Contact:

Angela Sites, Admin Specialist lll
Phone: 870-543-5834
Email: asites@seark.edu

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