HST214 — Phlebotomy Techniques and Skills
HST 214 - Phlebotomy Techniques and Skills HST 214 - Phlebotomy Techniques and Skills This course provides an in-depth study of phlebotomy practices, specimen collection techniques, and clinical safety standards used in modern healthcare environments. Emphasis is placed on CDC and OSHA regulatory compliance, infection control, ethical decision-making, and effective communication with diverse patient populations. Students study laboratory testing practices such as patient identification, infection control, venipuncture and capillary blood collection, specimen handling, quality assurance, and professional communication; along with crisis-intervention strategies to maintain professionalism in challenging clinical situations. The course integrates skill development with career readiness competencies to prepare students for entry level clinical phlebotomy employment in hospitals, clinics, and laboratory settings. 5