The Phlebotomy Program prepares students to draw blood by venipuncture and capillary puncture. Students are taught safe and efficient work practices in obtaining adequate and correct blood specimens, labeling specimens and transporting specimens correctly to the appropriate laboratory sections. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines for HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B and other diseases are stressed..

Daytime and evening classes are offered and the program can be completed in one semester. Courses begin in August, January and May and are offered on the Medical Center and Homestead Campuses of Miami Dade College.

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