The UK's first Level 4 (Ireland Level 6) qualification

Combine our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course and Advanced Phlebotomy Course to complete your training at Levels 1, 2, 3 & 4

About this course

PART 1 - Theory: Complete this online at home or work in your own time (stop and start learning when it suits you).

Can be completed on multiple devices - smart phones, kindle, laptop, tablet etc.

PART 2 - Skills and Practical Development:

Covers advanced specialised phlebotomy techniques to give you the leading edge as a phlebotomist. Learn to use a wide range of non-routine equipment.

Classroom or Virtual Classroom:

Attend one of our classroom locations or join us in our virtual classroom (Zoom).

Full joining instructions provided.

Comprehensive Practise@Home

Advanced Phlebotomy kit

A 60 piece kit accompanies our virtual classroom course option - continue to "hone" your skills after you have completed your training.

Learning Outcomes

Revision of basic phlebotomy techniques.

Understand both aspirated and evacuated systems and which to choose.

Have a full understanding of specialised and advanced phlebotomy equipment.

A detailed look at Point of Care testing.

Managing neonates and children including equipment and supplies options.

Geriatric patients and age-related issues.

Non-routine blood tests.

Handling patient T1 and T4 allergies, drug trials, difficult and psychiatric patients.

Maintaining equipment, QC, Stock Control.

Includes legal, consent and documentation

After the course

Safely and competently handle advanced phlebotomy equipment and supplies.

Correct patient management before, during and after advanced procedures.

Understanding equipment types and appropriate choices.

Understand special handling procedures

Appreciate legal and professional responsibilities

Offer POC testing options to your clients (aesthetic therapists)

Understand non-clinical applications including private testing.

Have a full understanding of all collection options available to a phlebotomist in both clinical and private environments.

ADVANCED PHLEBOTOMY - SKILLS & TECHNIQUES - Virtual Classroom