Please note: This course is restricted to students admitted to the UCLA Health Medical Assistant Program only.
Phlebotomy
MED X 412.2
This UCLA Medical Assistant program course teaches students to perform venipuncture. Students will identify the CLIA waived tests associated with common diseases.
What you can learn.
- Acquire the knowledge and skills that are required to become a Limited Phlebotomy Technician in the state of California
- Explain the function and structure of the capillaries, veins, and arteries
- Identify the names and locations of the veins suitable for venous blood collection and capillary blood collections
- Understand safe and effective use of equipment and supplies used for blood collection and specimen transport
- Understand government and industry standards related to blood collection
- Acquire effective communication skills with patients related to the collection of blood
- Complete blood collection training, a requirement of medical assistants
About this course:
This course will teach students how to perform venipuncture. Students will identify the CLIA waived tests associated with common diseases. Course will meet the requirements for students to apply to be a Limited Phlebotomy Technician in the state of California.Contact Us
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