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How do I become a Phlebotomist in California?
Asked by she's in love with the boy
I've got an AS in Pscyh, I have a job in sales - along with the rest of the country - I can't find a better job. So I'm thinking trying to branch into the medical field.
Any advise would be appreciated.
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You're thinking just Phlebotomy? Maybe something else? There are a great many number of things you can do, that are fast, and can get you into the Healthcare.
Phlebotomy is great because it doesn't take long (you have to take a state regulated class that consists of 40 hours of class time, 40 hours of practice, with at least 50 venipunctures and 10 skin punctures, pass the exam, apply for certification and pay the fees), the license is good for 2 years, and you can work at so many different places.
There are 3 different types of Phlebotomists: Limited Phlebotomy Technician: Authorized to do skin puncture blood collection only, Certified Phlebotomy Technician I: Authorized to do venipuncture and skin punctures, and Certified Phlebotomy Technician II: Authorized to do venipuncture, arterial puncture and skin punctures. (I've put the website below about schools in CA that offer these classes)
http://www.dhs.ca.gov/ps/ls/LFSB/html/phlebotomy.htm
(Go to the bottom, use the link and open/print/save the information)
As for other ideas, you could look into CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) which is very versitile, helpful and gets your foot in the door for many things, MA (Medical Assistant) which is great to have (Most places make it manditory to have your Certification before you start working as a Medical Assistant), Dental Hygenist/Assistant (Courses for that don't take long either), Medical Transcriptionist (Courses usally last three terms in length and help you get the appropriate licensing afterwards).
Good luck with your new job search. Hope this helped!
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Check with your local community colleges. Many of them have continuing education programs that will prepare you to get certified. They are usually pretty short in length.
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