Basic Venepuncture

Description

Learn the theory and anatomy of blood taking and practice phlebotomy techniques.

Who is this course for?

Aimed at Healthcare Assistants, new Phlebotomists and Practice Nurses new to Venepuncture.

What will I learn?

Discover the essential theory and anatomy of blood taking and gain hands-on experience with phlebotomy techniques. Our comprehensive training in clinical skills combines both theoretical knowledge and simulated practice, ensuring you are well-prepared for real-world applications.

Topics Covered:

· Legal aspects of venepuncture

· Health and safety considerations

· Anatomy and physiology of veins

· Understanding of the equipment required

· Consideration of potential problems

· Demonstration of safe technique

· Documentation required

· Simulated practice to ensure safety

Pre-course requirements
Before attending the course you must have read and be familiar with the Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICPS) and the RCN Guidance for the Prevention and Management of sharps injuries in health and social care settings.

Assessment

After completing the training, you will need to undergo supervised practice in a clinical setting and complete the required competencies before receiving your certificate. You will require a competent registered (nurse) practitioner within your workplace to confirm your practical competency before you can practice independently.

Is there any funding available?

Eligible individuals employed in General Practice within Humber and North Yorkshire may access NHSE funding opportunities, available via the Primary Care Workforce and Training Hub.

Details of applicable funding options and eligibility can be found below, or in this document. If you are unsure or have any queries, please contact the Humber and North Yorkshire Training Hub on hnyicb.traininghub@nhs.net who will be happy to help advise.

If you are eligible for a funded place, please select the relevant ‘Funded' option at the checkout, and you will not be charged. As places on each date are limited, each eligible person may book with funding on only one date per course – if you wish to swap dates, please cancel your initial booking before re-booking another date. To avoid funding waste, multiple bookings for the same individual, non-attendance without cancellation, or short notice cancellation (except in exceptional circumstances) will not be funded. Eligibility will be checked for all funded bookings, if it is determined that you have incorrectly claimed eligibility for funding, an invoice for the full course fee will be issued.

Do you offer bespoke courses?

We do offer bespoke options at a site of your choice. Prices may vary for bespoke sessions, dependent on numbers and travel – please contact us on info@academicare.co.uk for further details.

Booking more than one place

You can book as many places as you wish up to course limit. Once you’ve received your booking confirmation, please use the link provided in the email to access your booking. From there, you can add the names and email addresses of those attending the course. Kindly ensure this is completed before the course begins so attendees receive all the necessary information in advance.

Booking on behalf of someone else

You can make a booking on behalf of someone else. Once you receive the booking confirmation email, simply follow the link provided to access the booking. From there, you’ll be able to enter the attendee’s name and email address. Please ensure this is completed before the course begins so they receive all the necessary information in good time.

Paying for your course

You can pay by invoice, credit card, or debit card. If you're choosing to pay by invoice and you're not the person responsible for processing payments, you can simply forward the invoice email to your finance department for payment.