The California phlebotomy regulations - effective April 9, 2003 
AHCJ 105 Procedures in Phlebotomy (5 units) is a 40-hour basic course designed to train individuals to collect blood for laboratory analysis, which is necessary for the diagnosis and care of the patient. It is ideal for those interested in becoming a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT-1) or for health professionals seeking to expand their current skills.
This program trains the modern phlebotomist to perform venipuncture, capillary puncture, and CPR. Other topics covered include medical terminology, laboratory safety, basic anatomy and physiology, quality assurance, and medicolegal issues of phlebotomy. Over 40 hours of supervised clinical experience is provided at Loma Linda University Medical Center and other medical affiliates, allowing participants to achieve proficiency in the health-care setting.
Accreditation This program is approved by the California Department of Public Health, Laboratory Field Services, 850 Marina Bay Pkwy., Bldg. P, 1st Floor, Richmond, CA 94804-6403, (510) 620-3800, http://www.dhs.ca.gov.
Professional registrationSuccessful participants receive a certificate in phlebotomy and are eligible to take a national certifying examination.
Academic progressionA minimum grade of C (2.0) is required for satisfactory performance in the program. Loma Linda University reserves the right to withhold certification if course requirements are not met. Unsatisfactory clinical performance will be cause for dismissal from the program.
Admission requirements To be eligible for admission, the applicant must be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma. All registrants must have current immunizations (measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, and PPD skin test) and have received the Hepatitis B vaccine and have a background check.
How to apply Prospective students should consult our web site frequently for more information on our upcoming classes. See a brochure about the program.
Program Info - Spring quarter 2008 (PDF)
Program dates - See course dates. Phlebotomy regulations for CaliforniaThe new California regulations were signed and became effective April 9, 2003. You may obtain a state certificate by following the three-step process: (1) take classroom instruction from an approved phlebotomy training program, (2) pass a written certification examination, and (3) submit an application form to the state with the required documents and fees. See http://www.dhs.ca.gov/ps/ls/lfsb/html/phlebotomy.htm.
Last Revised: Wed, Apr 09, 2008
