Phlebotomy is the collection of blood specimens for laboratory analysis and is used to diagnose and monitor medical conditions. It plays a key role in patient care. It is widely accepted that the quality of a laboratory test is only as good as the specimen that was obtained by the Phlebotomist. To achieve this level of quality, a highly trained professional is required. Due to growing demand, the complexity of laboratory testing, and the need to increase the efficiency and cost effectiveness of health care, phlebotomy has become a very specialized area of clinical laboratory practice. The term Phlebotomist is now used to describe this specialized position and this course is designed to prepare the student for these roles.
| Phlebotomy | Accelerated Phlebotomy | |
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| Length | 6-Weeks | 4-Weeks |
| CPT Exam Included | Yes | No |
| Total Cost | $900 | $750 |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years of Age | 18 Years of Age |
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| Suitable For | Those who are new to the healthcare field or experienced professionals who would appreciate a more in-depth educational experience and having the CPT exam included. | Those with experience who want to add phlebotomy to their professional skills or refresh their existing skills and do not need the additional credential offered by the CPT exam, which can optionally be taken later, outside the program |
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What happens between specimen collection and patient diagnosis? The Clinical Laboratory Assistant (CLA) handles, prepares, and assists with the testing of specimens to ensure accurate test results and offer clinicians the ultimate diagnostic tool for treating patients.
Clinical Laboratory Assistants are expected to be able to perform the following tasks:
- Attention to detail: Precise measurements must be made and samples handled with utmost care.
- Stamina: Moving and preparing samples around a modern reference laboratory is physically demanding.
- Technical aptitude: Hospital and lab procedures can be complex and difficult.
The future for CLAs. According to the Department of Labor, this field is expected to grow at a steady rate.
| Clinical Laboratory Assisting | |
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| Length | 6-Weeks |
| Externship | No |
| Total Cost | $800 |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years of Age |
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| Suitable For | Those who are new to the healthcare field or experienced professionals who would like to expand their skills or gain a credential |
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Our Workshops offer exciting possiblilities for advanced traing with little investment of time and money. All workshops are taught by experts with greater than 3 years experience in their field.
Workshops in the Professional Development Series will be offered on a rotating basis throughout the year. These workshops are intended to offer continuing education to graduates of programs. The workshops offered within the series, as available, include:
| Suture & Advanced Wound Care | Paramedical Examiner/ Health Screener |
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| Sessions | 1 (4 hr) | 1 (4 hr) | 4 (3 hr) |
| Total Hours | 4 Hours | 4 Hours | 12 Hours |
| Total Cost | $200 | $200 | $300 |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years | 18 Years | 18 Years |
| Prerequisite Education (at least one) | |||
| Added Skills | Suture, Wound Care | Mobile Screening, Health Screening | Placing an IV Cath, Infusion |
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A medical assistant is an allied health professional that supports the work of physicians, nurses, and other health professionals. Medical Assistants work in a variety of clinical environments including clinics, private practices, hospitals, and in mobile care settings; most positions required an accredited certification to practice, such as that offered by the NHA, and many choose to specialize with additional training.
Medical assisting is one of the fastest growing professional fields in healthcare right now. Due to an increasing aged population and increasing number of physician offices, medical assisting is sure to see continued growth (United States Bureau of Labor Statistics).
| Clinical Medical Assisting | |
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| Length | 11-weeks |
| Externship | Optional |
| Total Cost | $2300 (Additional fee of $300 for those choosing externship after graduation) |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years of Age |
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| Suitable For | Those who are new to the healthcare field or experienced professionals who would like to expand their skills or seek certification |
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EKG Technicians work in healthcare alongside doctors specializing in the administration of electrocardiograms (EKGs). EKG Technicians can also be involved in patient monitoring in cardiac telemetry units in hospitals or work in emergency rooms, urgent care clinics, and doctor's offices. Not only are EKG Technicians responsible for administering the EKG, but they may also record the patient history and take patient vitals, participate in cardiac stress testing, instructing patients, and placing Holter monitors for remotely recording a patient's daily EKG.
EKG Technicians are expected to be able to perfom jobs with the following demands:
- Attention to detail: Small changes on an EKG are sometimes difficult to see.
- Professionalism and good bedside manner: You will be working directly with patients unsupervised.
- Technical aptitude: Using and maintaining complex equipment.
The future for EKG technicians is promising as the American population ages and requires more cardiac care.
| EKG Technician | |
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| Length | 6-Weeks |
| Externship | No |
| Total Cost | $800 |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years of Age |
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| Suitable For | Those who are new to the healthcare field or experienced professionals who would like to expand their skills or seek certification |
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