Phlebotomy Technician Certificate
Contact Information:
Marilyn Delorme, Phlebotomy Instructor
(701) 394-3896
Allied Health Building
mdelorme@tm.edu
Program Type
Certificate
Estimated Time to Complete
Two semesters (One academic year)
Format
On Campus
Program Description
The Mission of the Turtle Mountain Community College Phlebotomy Technician Program is to provide a quality curriculum centered in Phlebotomy theory and clinical practice, preparing students for entry-level positions as Phlebotomy Technicians. Phlebotomy professionals by academic and practical education are qualified to collect, transport, and process blood specimens for analysis. Phlebotomy professionals perform venipunctures and capillary (dermal) punctures adhering to all standards governing patient and employee safety. Phlebotomy professional demonstrate ethical and moral attitudes and principles that are necessary for gaining and maintaining the confidence of patients, professional associates and the community.
Mission
Institutional Mission Statement
Turtle Mountain Community College is committed to functioning as an autonomous Indian controlled college on the Turtle Mountain Chippewa Reservation focusing on general studies, undergraduate education, Career & Technical Education, scholarly research, and continuous improvement of student learning. By creating an academic environment in which the cultural and social heritage of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa is brought to bear throughout the curriculum, the college establishes an administration, staff, faculty, and student body exerting leadership in the community and providing service to it.
Career Outlook
Graduates of the programs can find employment in settings such as hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, blood donor centers, mobile blood centers or dedicated donation centers, and other locations that need phlebotomists to perform bloodwork. Blood analysis remains an essential function in medical laboratories and hospitals. Demand for phlebotomists will remain high as doctors and other healthcare professionals require bloodwork for analysis and diagnosis.
Credit Hours
33 Credits
Application Deadline
Review the TMCC Academic Calendar for registration deadlines for each semester.
Requirements
Upon successful completion of all academic and clinical components, a Certificate of Completion will be granted from the Turtle Mountain Community College Accredited Phlebotomy Program. Students will then be able to apply for Certification through on of the National Certification Agencies for laboratory personnel. Passing a National Certifying exam is not contingent on the student receiving their certificate.
Plan of Study Grid
Year One (Fall)
Year One (Spring)