Phlebotomy and CNA Training

NA115 – Phlebotomy Technician Course 

1. What days/times are the course? When are clinical rotations?

For the first eight weeks of the semester, classes will be held on campus every Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. During the second eight weeks, clinical rotations will begin. These rotations may take place at various locations, including Artesia General Hospital, Carlsbad Medical Center, Tricore Labs in Carlsbad, and BCA in either Artesia or Carlsbad. You will receive specific assignments in Week 5. Please note that clinical rotation hours may vary and can be scheduled anytime Monday through Friday.

You will have approximately 15 to 20 hours of clinical rotations per week for 8 weeks. Clinical rotations are supervised. You will perform venipunctures on patients but always with the assistance of phlebotomists at the facility.

2. What other documentation do I have to provide?

Clinical Clearance Instructions

You must obtain a clinical clearance instruction packet from the Allied Health administrative assistant located in the Alliied Health Building for specific instructions and prior to registration.  These are required to complete clinical rotations. Please note the estimated cost for the physical and immunizations and background check are in addition to tuition.

1. Health Record Form/Physical Exam
2. Immunization and Shot Record
3. Influenza Vaccine or Declaration Form
4. COVID Vaccination Card or Exemption 
5. Driver’s License
6. Health Insurance Card (Sign Assumption of Risk)
7. Resume
8. Background check with fingerprinting (Cost approximately: $88.30)
9. Required: Current CPR Certification American Heart Association BLS for healthcare providers. If you need to become certified or renew your certification, a one-day class will be offered on campus. More details to come.
10. 13-Panel Urine Drug Screen (Cost approximately: $37.68)
    
    Complete Clinical Clearance Documents and Instructions

3. Do I need anything else for Clinical Rotations?

• Solid-colored Balck Scrubs (no prints)
• Name Tag (provided by SENMC)
• Reliable transportation

Turn into the Allied Health Administration Office in the Allied Health Building on campus.

• COVID vaccination OR exemption documentation (medical exemption requires physician note; religious exemption requires a written explanation of beliefs)
• 2-Step TB test (allow for a 10 day window for skin testing and reading)
• Permission to attend form (ONLY FOR LAKEVIEW EMPLOYEES; signed by ADON)

Once the above is completed (NO EXCEPTIONS), the Allied Health administrative assistant will then sign the Change of Schedule form to present to their appointed advisor to complete the registration process.   

Class will be closed for registration two Fridays (noon) prior to the first day of class.  This allows one week of preparation prior to start date: 

1. Ability to access and navigate Canvas, Elsevier/Evolve, SENMC emails, etc.
2. Obtain required Text:
   • Mosby’s Textbook for Nursing Assistants. (2021) Tenth Edition. S. A. Sorrentino & L. N. Remmert E.
   • Elsevier, Clinical Skills for Nurse Assisting - Access Card (access code will be provided in Welcome email)
3. Obtain required material (Needed on the first day of class):
   • Stethoscope
   • Blood Pressure Cuff (separate from stethoscope)
   • Gait Belt (some available in lab)
   • Watch with second-hand (any watch with a timer is acceptable)
   • Scrubs (solid color).
4. Obtain laptops and jetpacks if needed.
5. Begin to study. Class is posted on Wednesday before scheduled start date. Canvas has syllabus with schedule, lectures, content outline etc.  Elsevier/Evolve has skills videos and quizzes. 

Resources available at SENMC to ensure learner success:

• The Learning Technology Center (LTC); https://senmc.edu/ltc/ (#1 above)
• The Bookstore; https://bookstore.senmc.edu (#2 above)
• The Learning Assistance Center (LAC); https://senmc.libguides.com/LAC (printing material, study space, tutoring, laptops/jetpacks)
• SENMC Library https://senmc.edu/library/ (study space)

How long does it take to complete this course?

6-credit, 3-week course includes clinical rotation at long-term care facility

What are the benefits of taking these courses?

• Eligible to become Certified after course completion; certification exams held on SENMC Campus several times throughout the year
• Workforce ready in a high-demand field
• Training prepares students to gain employment in hands-on healthcare for patients in a variety of healthcare settings including acute-care, long-term care, and home health

What are the course requirements: No prerequisites are required

• Reliable transportation
• Solid-colored scrubs
• Stethoscope, BP cuff and gait belt (~$25)
• Textbook: Mosby’s Textbook for Nursing Assistants, 10th edition
• Clinical Skills Access Card