Phlebotomy Competency for Research

This course describes the process for safely completing a venipuncture, lists the supplies needed, the acceptable sites for venipuncture, the labeling process of tubes for Duke and other labs, the potential complications, and provides an opportunity to practice venipuncture under instructor supervision. Note: This course verifies competency for a research study team member (who is not otherwise licensed or certified) to perform venipuncture on an adult. This course does not train the participant to be a phlebotomist or certify the participant in any way.Class Location: Duke Hospital South, Blue Zone, DCRU 2552