The correct diagnosis and treatment of patients many times relies on the results of laboratory testing on patient blood samples. The phlebotomist is the laboratory professional whose primary responsibility is to obtain the blood samples from the patient. The Phlebotomy Technician Program at ACC prepares students to draw blood from adult, pediatric and neonatal patients for the purposes of clinical laboratory analysis. Students will learn theory and principles relating to blood collection during the didactic portion, will practice blood collection skills in the student laboratory and will gain proficiency in the performance of these skills during clinical rotations at local hospitals. Upon successful completion of the program the student will be eligible to take the ASCP, NCA or ASPT Phlebotomy Technician certification examinations.
National certification improves employment opportunities.
This is very important for students to know and understand. ACC offers a certificate program as a Medical Laboratory Assistant as well as an Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology . One can then pursue a Bachelors degree in Medical Technology or other fields at many major universities. Fall Class is last week of July. Spring Class last week of November and the Summer Class, last week of April.