Program Overview

Phlebotomy Program

The Phlebotomy program is a course offered by the UCLA Medical Assistant Program, which teaches students to perform venipuncture.

Program Description

This course will teach students how to perform venipuncture and identify the CLIA waived tests associated with common diseases. The program meets the requirements for students to apply to be a Limited Phlebotomy Technician in the state of California.

Program Objectives

The program objectives include:

• Acquiring the knowledge and skills required to become a Limited Phlebotomy Technician in the state of California
• Explaining the function and structure of the capillaries, veins, and arteries
• Identifying the names and locations of the veins suitable for venous blood collection and capillary blood collections
• Understanding safe and effective use of equipment and supplies used for blood collection and specimen transport
• Understanding government and industry standards related to blood collection
• Acquiring effective communication skills with patients related to the collection of blood
• Completing blood collection training, a requirement of medical assistants

Program Details

The UCLA Medical Assistant Program (MAP) combines the theory and practical experience necessary to prepare students to transition successfully into a career as a medical assistant. The program is offered through a partnership between UCLA Health and UCLA Extension.

Related Programs

This course applies toward the following programs:

UCLA Health Medical Assistant Program

The UCLA Medical Assistant Program (MAP) combines the theory and practical experience necessary to prepare students to transition successfully into a career as a medical assistant.