Introduction to Phlebotomy (Knowledge Based)

Marie Eldridge is the Head of Phlebotomy Services at NHS Foundation in the United Kingdom. She is a certified Phlebotomist and has 13 years of extensive experience in this field, including being employed in multiple healthcare settings such as the hospital, outpatient ward, general physician’s clinic, and in patient’s homes. Additionally, she worked as the Training Manager in Phlebotomy Services at the NHS for 10 years. She also specialises in paediatrics and bleeding children from newborn to the age of 18. Marie Eldridge is also the Deputy Failsafe Manager at InHealth Intelligence and an expert trainer at delivering training on components of blood, examining venipuncture treatment, and ensuring individuals interested in a career in phlebotomy are well-equipped with the appropriate skill set.

• A clear understanding of the history of phlebotomy and the skills required to specialise in this field
• The characteristics and traits to enter this field
• An understanding of the components of blood
• How to meet the challenges of complications on a daily basis
• Learning to examine venipuncture equipment

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning portal from the date you joined the course. The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.

In order to pass the Introduction to Phlebotomy, learners must take a Quiz which will be marked right away and will indicate if the learner has been successful in the online exam.

Once you complete the course you will be awarded the Certificate in Introduction to Phlebotomy by CPD. The Certificate is designed to support and develop learners during their academic journey, whilst equipping them with knowledge and skills and preparing them to progress to the next level.

CPD is a leading awarding body in the United Kingdom that meets an excellent standard of high quality education. CPD is committed towards the enhancement of proficiency and personal skills in order to develop learners’ skills and abilities. CPD ensures that both practical and academic qualifications assist individuals to re-skill or up-skill and maintain a competitive advantage in their chosen industry.

Statistics indicate phlebotomy jobs are increasing in the next 10 years by approximately 24%. Begin your journey and become a key element of the medical field. Often, patient interaction in a medical and diagnostic laboratory setting is only with a phlebotomist technician. This gives a unique opportunity to a qualified phlebotomist to have a positive influence on a patient’s experience.

1. Nurse- £30,995 per annum
2. Phlebotomy Technician-£30,945 per annum
3. Lab Technician - £33,327 per annum

This Certificate can be used towards achieving similar qualifications of a higher level. The Introduction to Phlebotomy will aid and improve future employment prospects. There are some possible progression pathways including taking up Supervisory or Management positions. You can also take a Phlebotomy Specialist Certification course and advance your career as a Registered Phlebotomy Specialist or Collection Phlebotomy Specialist.