Phlebotomy / Venepuncture Training

Course Aim: By the end of the course, candidates will be able to.

• Demonstrate appropriate infection control principles when performing phlebotomy.

• Use both the butterfly system and the vacutainer system to collect a blood sample.

• List the potential complications during and after taking blood.

• Explain procedure in event of a sharp stick injury

Course Content

The course covers:

•  The session will begin with a theoretical component followed by demonstrations and then practise.

•  Participants will practise on simulation arms.

• Candidates will have the opportunity to use butterfly needles and vacutainer blood taking systems.