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Health and Wellness PathwaysI-BEST Phlebotomist

I-BEST Quarterly Fairs - Come and learn about ALL the I-BEST programs
Next fairs are February 10 and  April 7, 2010 
10-11 a.m. &  2-3 p.m. ~ Building 8, Mt. Constance/Mt. Olympus Rooms
(Learn how to get to Highline by car or bus)

 
Program Description
These classes will prepare a student to be a working phlebotomist - someone who is trained to collect blood samples in a clinical environment. 

Program Information
I-BEST classes integrate college credit courses with English language and adult basic skills. I-BEST classes include five hours a week of non-credit Adult Basic Education (ABE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction.
 
Degree Options
Short-Term certificate earned in one to two quarters. These credits can also apply to an AAS degree in Medical Assisting at Highline.

How to Pay for School
We have many ways to help you pay for school.
 
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Please read these FAQs to learn more about this program.

Important Notes
  • This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
  • Students must achieve a minimum grade of 2.0 in each class.
  • Not all classes are offered every quarter.
Program Advising
Babs Cerna ~ bcerna@highline.edu  or
Kat Chappell ~ kchapel@highline.edu

  Information Sessions   (Building 19, room 103)
Fall 2009
  • Tuesdays at 1pm
    November 3 and November 17
    December 1 and December 15
  • Thursdays at 10am
    November 12
    December 10
Entry Requirements
  • Minimum ESL level 4 required
  • Apply at Phlebotomy student orientation and assessment session held each fall and spring  (See calendar)
  • Able to attend BOTH quarters
  • Pass Washington state background check
  • TB test negative
  • Recommendation of ESL instructor
 Curriculum 
Course Course Title Credits
MED A 122 Medical Law 2
MED A 212 Intro to Lab Procedures 1
MED A 220 Phlebotomy 2
MED A 222 Advanced Phlebotomy 2
MED A 139 Pre-Coop 1
MED A 240 Externship 4
  Total College Level Credits 12


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Content updated: 09/10/09
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