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Phlebotomy Career Training
Spring 2011 Course Catalog
Phlebotomy Career Training, LLC
28050 Ford Road, Suite C
Garden City, MI 48135
Phone: (734) 762-3220 or (313) 575-1214
http://phlebotomycareertraining.com/
Administrator: Nancy L. Kimmel RN, PhD, CHMM
Now Offering Courses at Two Locations:
School Website: www.phlebotomycareertraining.com
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Garden City Campus
28050 Ford Road, Suite C
Garden City, MI 48135
Brownstown Campus
22762 West Rd
Brownstown, MI 48183
© Phlebotomy Career Training, LLC 2011
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Course Schedule
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Phlebotomy Technician Program
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Nursing Assistant Program
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EKG/Telemetry Technician
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Hazardous Materials Handler
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IV Technician
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Cardio Phlebotomy Technician
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Telemetry Technician
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Admissions Requirements
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Grading System, Attendance and Graduation
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Tuition and Tuition Policies
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Dress Code
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Rules of Conduct
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Complaint Policy
Institution’s Complaint Policy
State of Michigan Complaint Policy
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Institution Policies and Notices
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General Information and Qualifications
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Oath of Confidentiality
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Security Camera Policy
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Course Schedule
Programs beginning on January 2012
Phlebotomy Technician Program
Garden City
Brownstown
Certified Nursing Assistant Program
Garden City
Brownstown
EKG Technician Course
Brownstown
Hazardous Materials Handler
Garden City
Brownstown
Additional Programs
IV Technician
Garden City
Brownstown
Begins January 5, 2012
Begins January 5, 2012
Cardio Phlebotomy
Garden City
Brownstown
Begins Feb 12, 2012
Begins Feb 12, 2012
Telemetry Technician
Garden City
Brownstown
Begins Feb 3 , 2012
Begins March 4, 2012
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Phlebotomy Technician
Offered at Garden City and Brownstown Locations
Curriculum Organizational Plan
Required Courses
Clock Hours
IVP-001
Introduction to
Venipuncture
6
PPA/HIPPA
Patient Privacy/HIPPA
2
CP-002
Circulatory Physiology
6
IMT-003
Into Medical
Terminology
6
IVP-002
Specimen Collection
Lab
6
IVP-003
VP -004
on site
25 draws
Advanced
Venipuncture
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Type: Certificate
Total Class Hours: 70
36 hours are classroom/ 34 hours are allotted for students 25 successful venipunctures
Purpose and Scope of Program
Our traditional Phlebotomy course consists of 9 weeks, and 36 hours of intensive
classroom lecture and lab and 34 hours of drawing blood under the supervision of the instructor.
Students are allowed up to 35 draws, 25 which must be successful. Students have up to 6weeks
to finish their draws. The school is open 3 days per week during posted hours for students to
come in and draw. Students are responsible for bringing their own volunteers. Students must
finish within the time allotted to graduate. Students who do not attend draws or are not able to
finish within the 6 weeks allotted will be excused from the program and will not receive their
certificate of completion. Once the student has completed the third week of class, it is time for
them to begin their live draws. We are the only school in Michigan that offers students a full 25
onsite venipunctures. The on site venipunctures at the school are coordinated by Nancy Kimmel.
Draw days are from 2:30PM -5:00PM Thursday, Friday and Saturday (days are subject to
change) Students will begin their venipunctures by their third week, if they have passed their
exams up to that point with a 75% or better. Students will be evaluated in their venipuncture
techniques. Students are allowed to miss only 10 venipunctures. If a student misses 10 times
they will no longer be able to perform draws and will be excluded from the schools courtesy of
helping the student go to a externship. The hospital externships are non paid, they are furnished
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in order to help develop the students skill in phlebotomy.. Finishing the 25 draws will occur
after the student has graduated. The school performs a complimentary function of allowing
students to continue to draw and to finish their 25 venipunctures in hopes of helping the students
gain experience. Also after graduation, and completion of the draws, the school elects to choose
those students who have performed with professionalism and kindness and use of sterile
techniques the opportunity to attend a clinical externship with the St. Joseph Hospital. This
courtesy offered by the school for each student is based on the availability of the site to
accommodate the schools students. Each student has their own personal phlebotomy instructor
at their side while they draw blood. That is why our students are preferred for jobs over students
from other schools, and why we have over 85% of all our students employed at local hospitals
and clinics. The traditional classroom is suggested for those who need the classroom lecture and
structured class environment. Students that have completed their 25 draws are eligible to sit for
the National Health Career Association exam for Certified Phlebotomy Technician. Once the
students have completed their exam, they are then offered clinical externship positions at
Oakwood Hospital outpatient labs or at Detroit Biomedical labs, and at Wayne State University
School of Medicine. Classes run every six weeks. Classes are small and therefore students are
advised to register in advance to procure their seats
Grading System
The Program course grading system is based on the traditional grading system as follows:
90-100 A, 80-89 B, 75-79 C, <70 Failing. Students are required to earn a minimum grade of C
on all tests in the Phlebotomy and a minimum grade of C in all Nursing Assistant Tests or be
subject to dismissal.
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Nursing Assistant
Offered at Garden City and Brownstown Locations
Curriculum Organizational Plan
The only required course is the Michigan Model CNA course, which spans all 105 clock
hours. The student is scheduled to have 80 classroom hours and 25 clinical hours. 16 of the
classroom hours are lab work conducted in the classroom.
Course Objectives
The overall objective of this Nurse Aide Training Program is the provision of quality
services to residents in long term care facilities by nurse aides who are able to:
• Form a relationship, communicate and interact competently on a one-to-one basis with
the residents;
• Demonstrate sensitivity to residents’ emotional, social, and mental health needs through
skillfully directed interactions;
• Assist residents in attaining and maintaining functional independence;
• Exhibit behavior in support and promotion of residents’ rights; and well being
• Demonstrate observational and documentation skills needed in the assessment of
resident’s health, physical condition and well-being.
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Classroom and Lab Schedule
Training Unit
Day/Time
Weekday
Type of
Training
Unit 1 The Long Term Care Facility
Day 1 AM
Friday
Classroom
Contact
Hours
2
Unit 2 The Long Term Care Resident
Day 1 AM
Friday
Classroom
3
Unit 3 HIPPA Laws and Resident
Rights
Unit 4 Nurse Aide as Member of
Health Care Team
Unit 5 Human Interaction and
Therapeutic Communication
Unit 6 Infection Control
Day 1 AM
Friday
Classroom
1
Day 1 PM
Friday
Classroom
1.5
Day 1 PM
Friday
Classroom
1.5
Day 2 AM
Saturday
Classroom
1.5
Unit 7 Safety and Emergency
Day 2 PM
Saturday
Classroom
2
7
Procedures
Unit 8-1 Introduction to Personal
Care
Unit 8-2 Oral Hygiene
Day 3 AM
Friday
Classroom
1
Day 3 AM
Friday
Classroom
1
Unit 8-3 Skin Care
Unit 8-4 Hand and Foot Care
Unit 8-5 Hair Care & Shaving
Unit 8-6 Perineal Care
Unit 8-7 Bathing (Partial & full bed
bath)
Unit 8-8: Dressing and Appearance
Unit 9 Care of Resident Environment
Unit 8 Lab Skills (Tests Unit 8 lessons
and skills)
Unit 8 Lab Skills (Tests Unit 8 lessons
and skills)
Written Test – 100 Questions,
Multiple Choice
Unit 8 & 9 Lab – (Practicum) Test
over skills
Unit 8 & 9 Lab – (Practicum) Test
over skills
Unit 10 Care of Resident with
Cognitive Impairment (Alzheimer’s
CVA or Mental Retardation)
Unit 11: Creating an Environment for
Restraint Free Residents/ Legal,
ethical, moral review of restraints
Unit 12: Vital Signs, Height, Weight
Day 3 AM
Day 3 AM
Day 3 PM
Day 3 PM
Day 3 PM
Friday
Friday
Friday
Friday
Friday
Classroom
Classroom
Classroom
Classroom
Classroom
1.5
0.5
1
1
0.5
Day 3 PM
Day 3 PM
Day 4 AM
Friday
Friday
Saturday
0.5
1.5
3
Day 4 PM
Saturday
Classroom
Classroom
Lab in
Classroom
Lab in
Classroom
Day 4 PM
Saturday
Classroom
1
Day 5 AM
Friday
3
Day 5 PM
Friday
Lab in
Classroom
Lab in
Classroom
Day 5 PM
Friday
Classroom
1
Day 6 AM
Saturday
Classroom
1.5
Day 6 PM
Saturday
Classroom
0.5
Unit 13-1: Meeting
Nutrition/Hydration Needs
Unit 13-2 Understanding Various
Residents’ diets
Unit 14: Elimination and use of Bed
pan, fracture pan, urinal, external
catheters; indwelling catheters
Unit 15: Restorative and
Rehabilitative Care
Unit 16: Care of Resident with
Developmental disability (1hr)
Unit 17 Depression
Day 7 AM
Friday
Classroom
1.5
Day 7 AM
Friday
Classroom
2.5
Day 7 PM
Friday
Classroom
4
Day 8 AM
Saturday
Classroom
3
Day 8 PM
Saturday
Classroom
1
Day 8 PM
Saturday
Classroom
2
8
2
4
Unit 18 Death and Dying
Unit 19 Care of Resident with
Communicable Disease
Unit 20 Isolation Procedures
Unit 21 Donning and Doffing of
PPE/types of masks
Unit 22 Care of the Diabetic client
Unit 23 Diet/Foot Care/Nail
Care/Delayed healing
Unit 24 Care of the Resident with
Mental Health Problems
Unit 25 The suicidal patient; concerns
and legal issues
Unit 26 Care of the resident with
Cardiovascular Disease
Unit 27 Care of the resident with
Renal Disease/diet/weight/fluids
Final Exam 150 multiple choice
questions test
Thompson Prometric Review of
Materials/21 Skill Review
Day 8 PM
Day 8 PM
Saturday
Saturday
Classroom
Classroom
0.5
0.5
Day 9 AM
Day 9 AM
Friday
Friday
Classroom
Classroom
1.5
1.5
Day 9 PM
Friday
Saturday
Classroom
1.5
Day 9 PM
Classroom
1.5
Day 10 AM
Saturday
Classroom
4
Day 10 PM
Saturday
Classroom
3
Day 11 AM
Friday
Classroom
4
Day 11 PM
Saturday
Classroom
4
Day 12 AM
Saturday
Classroom
3
Day 12 PM
Saturday
Classroom
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Clinical Rotation Schedule Beginning of Week 4
Beginning of third week clinical rotation will begin at Heartland Healthcare Manor, 4701 E
Huron River Drive Ann Arbor, MI 48105 734-975-2600 or at Medilodge. 23600 Northline Road
Taylor, MI 48180-4620
Clinical Week 1
Friday 3:00-9:00
PM
Saturday 3:009:00 PM
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Week 2
Friday 3-9PM
Clinical Rules and Notes
 Nancy L. Kimmel
(RN, PhD, CHMM, Certified
Saturday 3-10PM
Train the Trainer), will set up
clinical sites, dates and times
one week in advance.
Students will spend 25 total
hours in clinical rotation during the two week clinical session.
Clinical sessions will be on Friday and Saturday afternoons from 3:00 PM until 9:00PM
for each of weeks four and five of class, week five until 10PM. Students are expected to
attend 100% of the time in clinical and have to pass their clinical rotation with a 100%
grade to comply with the State of Michigan rules and regulations regarding the CNA
program.
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Students will be evaluated and supervised by Nancy L. Kimmel during clinical rotation as
well as in classroom and lab.
Students are evaluated by their ability to carry out the patient care tasks assigned by the
instructor. Patient care tasks may be limited at times due to patient’s needs.
For the evaluation of clinical skills, the evaluation tool represents the instructor’s
acknowledgment of the student’s competency to perform a clinical task.
The Instructor evaluates students one on one and supervise each student individually as
well as in pairs when tasks are assigned in pairs.
Students are allowed a half an hour for dinner during each clinical session.
Clinical rotation is unpaid, and is to help the student gain the necessary skills to perform
their duties of a certified nursing assistant.
The Institution provides Scrubs, Blood Pressure Cuff/ Stethoscope Combo, Textbook
plus Online Access to CNA students at no cost
The Institution provides CPR and First Aid to CNA Students at no cost
Grading System
The Program course grading system is based on the traditional grading system as follows:
90-100 A, 80-89 B, 75-79 C, <75 Failing. Students are required to earn a minimum grade of C
on all tests in the Phlebotomy and a minimum grade of C in all Nursing Assistant Tests or be
subject to dismissal.
Clinical grades: Students must receive 100% in all clinical and labs.
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EKG/Telemetry Technician
Offered at Brownstown Location
Two 6 hour classes per week for 5 weeks. 60 class hours. 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM (30 min
lunch break included).
Course Description
This course is designed to instruct and train students on the ability to interpret the resting
(and exercise) normal and abnormal EKG, as well as provide an overview of heart anatomy,
function and neurophysiology.
This course consists of lecture instruction on cardiology, electrocardiography and
interpretation of the 12 lead EKG using various multimedia (CD-ROM, software, power point,
etc.). In addition, the EKG laboratory experiences and cases studies allow students the
opportunity to incorporate the theoretical information into a practical atmosphere. Also, practical
EKG questions and analytical thinking problems will be assigned throughout the semester.
This Course is similar in content to the course that Physicians and Registered Nurses
must complete upon hiring into hospitals. The course helps students to read and interpret ECG
Lead Tracings. Students will learn to interpret such rhythms as Atrial Fibrillation, Ventricular
Tachycardia, Premature Ventricular and Atrial contractions, Type I, II and III heart blocks and
many more.
In addition students are trained in the mechanism of action regarding
the biometabolism of heart medications such as beta blockers, ACE inhibitors, calcium channel
blockers as well as cardiac glycosides. The renin-angiotensen cascade will be studied in relation
to how high blood pressure affects the cardiac muscles.
The course will cover the entire anatomy and physiology of the heart muscle, and delve
into the rhythmicity and excitability of cardiac tissue. Students learn to correlate the different
heart medications to specific cardiac rhythms. This course offers more depth of material and
training than the National Healthcareer Associations Study Guide for ECG Technician. The
NHA was so impressed with the final exam which Professor Kimmel wrote that they approved
the program immediately. Professor Kimmel’s undergraduate work was in biochemistry at the
University of Michigan. Professor Kimmel’s PhD thesis was dedicated to the toxicology of
medications that were cardiac specific. Dr. Kimmel experience as a Registered Nurse includes
working in the cardiac care unit, ICU, intermediate intensive care and medical surgical units.
Course Objectives
The purpose of the EKG/Telemetry Technician Course at Phlebotomy Career Training is
to educate and train students in the skills they will need to practice in this field.
The primary objectives of this Course are:
1. Review the heart anatomy and cardiac cycle as they relate to the electrical conducting system.
2. Properly prepare a subject for a 12-lead EKG.
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3. An understanding of cardiac muscle contraction.
4. A comprehensive analysis of the heart’s propagation of an action potential.
5. A comprehensive overview of EKG interpretation involving the recognition of the most
common, life threatening and uncommon abnormalities associated with heart muscle failure and
cardiac medication adverse reactions.
Professor Kimmel states: “This is a very serious course. Students who consider taking
this course should have some prior experience in the medical field and direct patient care skills.”
This course requires interpretation of actual rhythm strips. Although a telemetry technician’s
interpretation will be reviewed by a registered nurse and physician, technicians should be aware
that immediate changes in the cardiac rhythm could be fatal. With that said, students should be
ready to perform CPR. This is a course that is designed for those with experience in the
healthcare field and that have some familiarity with cardiac leads and telemetry. Students
should be prepared to purchase a caliper. These can be purchased at any uniform or medical
supply store. For the ECG tracings, students should be able to print off the various strips to be
interpreted. Students will need the calipers for their final exam.
Textbook
Huff, J. ECG workout: Exercises in Arrhythmia Interpretation (5th edition). Lippincott Co., 2005
PEP 475/503 Workbook.
Grading System
Evaluation:
Daily Quizzes 15 pts
Exam 1
100 pts
Exam 2
100 pts
Exam 3
100 pts
Final Exam 250 pts
Total Points 700 pts
Due to the nature of this class, all exams have a comprehensive component!
Grading Scale
97 — 100 A+
93 — < 97 A
90 — < 93 A87 — < 90 B+
83 — < 87 B
80 — < 83 B-
77 — < 80 C+
73 — < 77 C
70 — < 73 C67 — < 70 D+
60 — < 63 D< 60 F
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Hazardous Materials Handler
Offered at Garden City and Brownstown Locations
Course Description
36 hours Class Room
Class meets Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
There are twelve hours of lecture, demonstrations, and discussions each week.
A Hazardous Materials Handler requires knowledge of management, proper disposal and
handling of a variety of hazardous materials encountered in many fields of employment.
Students achieving this certification will be able to enter into positions in industry such as waste
disposal, municipal water treatment plants, landfill and waste management operations, nuclear
power plants, hospital environmental services, janitorial operations at automotive/manufacturing
plants, hospitals and schools. This certificate will also help to augment and enhance the safety
and performance of those students already employed.
Course Rationale
To prepare students for the management, handling, packaging and quality control of hazardous
materials.
Core learning skills:
1. Environmental impact.
2. Air pollution.
3. Water pollution.
4. Hazardous materials.
Student Outcomes
At the completion of the course, the learner will be taught the skills to:
Define environmental technology and explain its role in modern society.
1. List and describe the primary federal agencies involved in environmental protection.
2. Briefly describe the history of the environmental movement in the United States.
3. Describe the relationship between human population growth and environmental impact.
4. Define the following terms; organisms, environment, ecology, biosphere, ecosystem,
biomes, community, species, population, habitat, niche, succession, climax community,
food chain, food web, trophic level, producers, consumers, decomposers, and ecological
pyramids.
5. Illustrate the concepts of bioaccumulation and bioamplification.
6. Describe the problems associated with the following ecological concerns; acid
deposition, ozone depletion, global warming, and species loss including habitat
destruction.
7. List the key points addressed by the National Environmental Policy Act.
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8. Outline the steps involved in the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement
(EIS).
9. Describe the relationships which exist between public health and environmental
technology.
10. List the responsibilities of public sanitarians.
11. List and describe the various types of diseases and give examples of each type.
12. Describe the social ecology of disease.
13. Describe the various technologies involved in arthropod and rodent control.
14. Describe the basic criteria for food and milk sanitation.
15. Define air pollution and list the various categories of air pollutants.
16. List and describe the various processes which produce air pollutants.
17. List the various categories of air pollutants and describe the characteristics, sources, and
effects of each category.
18. Describe the effects of air pollutants on human health and the environment.
19. Describe the relationship which exists between air pollutants and meteorological
conditions.
20. List and describe the techniques involved in management of atmospheric resources.
21. List and describe the key components of the Clean Air Act.
22. Define water pollution and describe the scope of this environmental problem.
23. Define point and nonpoint water pollution and give examples of each.
24. List and describe the sources of water pollution.
25. Define the following properties of water; temperature, transparency, color, turbidity,
odor, velocity of flow, pH, conductivity, acidity, alkalinity, dissolved gases, dissolved
ions, organic compounds, solids, salinity, coliform count, and biochemical oxygen
demand.
26. List the categories of water pollutants and describe the characteristics of each category.
27. Draw and label a diagram of the oxygen sag curve.
28. Describe the causes and effects of cultural eutrophication.
29. Define the following terms; unsaturated zone, saturated zone, water table, capillary
fringe, unconfined aquifer, confining bed, confining aquifer, and porosity.
30. Describe the causes and effect of ground water contamination.
31. List and describe the sources of ocean pollution.
32. List and describe the techniques involved in management of water resources.
33. List and describe the key components of the Water Pollution Control Act and the Safe
Drinking Water Act.
34. Outline the current status of hazardous materials management in the United States.
35. Describe the characteristics associated with land pollution.
36. List and describe the categories of hazardous materials.
37. Describe the code used to identify hazardous materials.
38. Describe the process of nuclear fission.
39. Outline the steps involved in the nuclear fuel cycle.
40. Define the following terms; roentgen, roentgen equivalent man, radiation absorbed dose,
and curie.
41. Describe the hazards associated with pesticides, dioxins, polychlorinated biphenyls, toxic
metals, and radioactive materials.
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42. Define the following terms; toxicology, toxic effects, toxicity, toxicologists, toxin,
toxicant, dose, exposure, acute toxicity, and chronic toxicity.
43. List and describe the factors that determine the toxicity of a substance.
44. Describe the relative toxicity associated with the following standards: LOAEL, NOAEL,
LD50, LC50, TD50, and TC50.
45. Describe how toxic materials affect the organ systems of the human body.
46. List and describe the two theories of cancer formation.
47. Define the following terms; carcinogenicity, cancer, carcinogen, mutations, mutagen,
mutagenicity, teratogen, and teratogenicity.
48. Describe how epidemiological data is generated.
49. Define the following terms: risk, risk management, risk assessment, risk/benefit analysis,
and safe.
50. Describe the principles associated with risk assessment.
51. Define solid waste and describe the scope of the problem in the United States.
Methods of Evaluation:
Required textbook
Hazardous Materials Management, Blackman, 5th Ed, Lewis Publishing
Assessment and Evaluation
Four tests of 100 points each will be given during the course. These tests will include multiple
choice and essay questions. Four quizzes will also be given during the course. Students are
expected to attend class except in cases of sickness, emergencies, or excused absences.
Grades will be determined on the basis of individual student performance on examinations,
assignments and laboratory exercises. A total of 450 points may be earned with points
distributed as follows:
Test 1 (covers Chapters 1-5)
Test 2 (covers Chapters 6-10)
Test 3 (covers Chapters 11-15)
Test 4 Final
Homework assignments
100 points
100 points
100 points
100 points
50 points
Letter grades will be assigned as follows:
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79% - Less than 70% is failing
Attendance requirements
Students are required to attend class on time and be present at all lectures for successful
completion of the course.
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IV Technician
Offered at Garden City and Brownstown Locations
Meeting times: 8AM-2:30PM
Beginning May 2nd, 2011
Course Description
This is a 6 hour course designed to help the medical healthcare provider/student refresh
their knowledge of IV insertion and help strengthen their techniques of intravenous
insertion.
Prerequisites for this course are as follows: Students should be currently enrolled in the
phlebotomy class or cardio phlebotomy class at Phlebotomy Career Training or if attending from
outside of the school, students should be in the medical field with prior IV insertion knowledge,
such as but not limited to the following professions; EMT, Para medic, RN, MD, Intern, Medical
Assistant, Dentist or Pharmacist.
Supplies: all supplies are included in this course. The student is only required to bring a
notebook and pen or pencil for notes.
Course Goals
At the completion of this course the student will be able to describe and discuss:
1. Legal aspects of intravenous insertion and flushing
Basic fluid and electrolyte balance and therapy including types of intravenous fluids
Indications (reasons) for intravenous fluids
Basic indications and methods of infusion of blood and blood products
Anatomy and physiology related to venipuncture sites
Patient care (including psychological preparation) before, during, and after venous
therapy
2. At the completion of the course the student will be able to identify:
Procedure for administration of correct intravenous therapy according to the "Five
Rights"
Equipment for initiation and maintenance of peripheral intravenous fluid therapy
Equipment for adding intravenous fluids to an existing intravenous access devices
Equipment for regulating the flow of intravenous fluids
3. At the completion of the course the student will be able to demonstrate competency in:
Preparing and giving intravenous fluids according to the "Five Rights"
Inserting a peripheral venous access device
Adding intravenous fluids to an existing saline-lock venous access
Regulating the flow of intravenous fluids
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COURSE CONTENT
I. Instruction (6 hours)
A. Legal aspects related to intravenous insertion and flushing
B. Basic principles of intravenous insertion and flushing
C. Various types of intravenous solutions
D. Indications for use of intravenous fluid therapy
E. Safety, hazards and complications related to venipuncture
F. Safety, hazards and complications related to intravenous fluid therapy, including local and
systemic reactions
G. Standard treatment of local and systemic reactions, including extravasation of I.V. fluids
H. Standards of care for observation and assessment of patients before, during and after
venipuncture and flushing
I. Psychological aspects of intravenous insertions, including preparation of the patient for
procedures
II. Laboratory Theory Instruction (3 hours)
A. Review of Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), safety, and infection
control principles and practices
B. Types of access instruments for peripheral venipuncture
C. Types of delivery systems and related equipment for intravenous therapy
D. Anatomy and physiology of venipuncture sites
E. Selection of appropriate venipuncture sites for intravenous therapy
F. Preparation of equipment for intravenous therapy
G. Techniques for venipuncture for insertion of a venous access device; includes
i. Preparation and immobilization of site
ii. Insertion of appropriate device using both direct and indirect techniques
H. Techniques of intravenous line establishment, including on-going fluids and saline lock
devices
III. Practice Sessions: Required Skills
A. Practice on intravenous mannequin arms
i. Selection and preparation of equipment for venipuncture
ii. Establishment of intravenous line
iii. Venipuncture and establishment of a saline lock; of continuing fluid therapy
B. Demonstration of competency on a mannequin of the above practiced skills
C. Demonstration of clinical competency in the performance of 3 successful venipunctures
i. Selection and preparation of equipment for venipuncture
ii. Establishment of an intravenous therapy line
Iii. Venipuncture and establishment of a saline lock
D. Practice independently, or with requested teacher supervision, in preparation for testing of IV
skills
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NOTICE: Laboratory tests will be conducted after the practice sessions. Intravenous therapy
skills will be tested in a return demonstration format. The student will be expected to perform the
skill with 100% accuracy.
SAMPLE SKILL TEST
FLUSHING A PERIPHERAL INTERMITTENT INFUSION DEVICE
(Saline Lock) PART E
PROCEDURAL ELEMENTS
Prepare syringe and needleless spike.
Carry out routine medication procedure to ensure "Five rights".
Assess saline lock site for tenderness, redness, and swelling.
Prepare the injection port.
Flush lock with 1.5 cc of normal saline without introducing contaminant. Palpate for
distention/distortion of vein.
Document flush on medication record:
Flush saline lock with 1-2 ml saline q shift
I.V. Practice Calculations and Review
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7.
What are some reasons that people need an I.V. access
How many mL are needed to flush a port?
Describe how you would go about flushing a triple port line to draw blood?
What are the needle gauges used for I.V.s
What is the gauge of needle used to give blood?
What is the drip rate for a K.O. I.V. (keep open)
You are required to hang a bag of 0.9 NS. The order reads that you are to run the bag
over 8 hours. What is the Drip rate?
8. Explain the difference between Isotonic/hypotonic and hypertonic solutions
9. Within the scope of your practice what is the only IV solution that you could possibly
hang?
10. Explain why you need to check on an IV site every 15 to 30 minutes.
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Cardio Phlebotomy Technician Program
Offered at Garden City and Brownstown Locations
Course Title: Cardio-Phlebotomy Technician
Instructor: Nancy L Kimmel R.N. Ph.D. CHMM
Office Location: If at Brownstown: 22672 West Rd. Brownstown, MI 48183
Class Start: Thursday, April 21st from 5:00pm-9:30pm
Division:
Laboratory/Medical Technology
E-mail: [email protected]
Telephone: (313) 575-1214/ (734) 762-3220
or
www.PhlebotomyCareerTraining.com
Course Description
Prerequisites: Students should have a high school diploma or a GED.
Course Description 60 hours Class Room
Phlebotomy is the study of skin puncture and venipuncture for the purpose of collecting blood
for laboratory testing. The course includes principles of proper phlebotomy technique, specimen
processing, patient care, maintenance and use of equipment, recordkeeping and basic principles
of anatomy and physiology, disease process, therapeutic communication, hazardous materials
management, and patient assessment. Students will learn to insert I.V.’s , trouble shoot I.V.’s,
and also how to place a twelve lead E.C.G. as well as operator the E.C.G. machine. Students are
eligible to sit for the National Health Careers Association Test for Certified Phlebotomy
Technician. Students enrolling in this program usually have some prior medical experience in
working directly with patients.
Course Goals
1. Skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using
proper techniques and universal
2. Precautions. Includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin punctures,
butterfly needles.
3. Specimen collection on adults, children, and infants. Emphasis on infection prevention,
proper patient identification.
4. Labeling of specimens and quality assurance, specimen handling, processing and
accessioning.
5. Laboratory for experiences in basic phlebotomy procedures. Conducted onsite at
hospital and at various medical offices in the surrounding Metro Detroit Area.
6. Infection control principles.
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7. HIPPA /OSHA laws
8. Hazardous materials/exposure/disposal procedures/protection/donning, doffing of
personal protective equipment
9. Pain assessment
10. Therapeutic communication, patient care
11. Lab test assessment
12. Clinical Hand washing/medical asepsis technique
13. Sterile fields
14. IV insertion workshop
15. Diabetes with glucometer testing/Vital signs (blood pressure, pulse and respiration)
16. ECG lead placement
17. Liability and tort law
18. Anatomy and physiology of the arm
19. Epidermal layers of the skin
20. Never to draw sites
21. Elderly skin changes and immunity
22. Immunization and Viral pathogens
Course Rationale
This course will meet the academic needs of students preparing for a career in phlebotomy or
medical laboratory technology. Theory of phlebotomy and related subjects as well as learning
experiences needed to develop basic phlebotomy skills are provided, and therapeutic interaction,
patient assessment and skill at interpreting lab tests to patient status.
Student are given a login access code to the schools blackboard site for all reading assignments
and tests
Course Content
Diabetes In-service with Glucometer Testing
1. Pathophysiology of blood pressure medications and insulin.
2. Intramuscular injections
3. Fluids and electrolyte imbalance
4. Subcutaneous injection techniques
5. Intra dermal injection techniques.
6. Pathophysiology of Diabetes
7. Diabetic Diet Management
EKG/ECG Lead Placement/training on machine operation, patient safety
I.V. Insertion & Fluids In-service
1.
Intravenous line insertion
2.
IV solutions, hypotonic, hypertonic, isotonic
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3.
Extravasation and Sub Q I.V. troubleshooting
Students are required to attend and participate in three scheduled Saturday laboratory sessions
throughout the semester. Missed laboratories cannot be made up. A grade of "0" will be given
for all missed laboratories.
Assessment and Evaluation
Grades will be determined on the basis of individual student performance on examinations,
assignments and laboratory exercises. A total of 450 points may be earned with points
distributed as follows:
Test 1 (covers Course Notes 1-4 and Lab 1)
Test 2 (covers Course Notes 5-8 and Lab 2)
Test 3 (covers Course Notes 9-12 and Lab 3)
Laboratory activities (3 @ 20 points each)
Lab practical
Final examination
50 points
50 points
50 points
60 points
20 points
200 points
Letter grades will be assigned as follows:
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79% - Less than 70% is failing
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TELEMETRY TECHNICIAN
Offered at Garden City and Brownstown Locations
Also Offered On-line
Course Description
Instructor: Nancy L. Kimmel RN, PhD, CHMM, CPI, CNAT
This is a 24 hour course that is offered online or in class. All students will need calipers to take
this course. The purpose of this course is to train students to read and interpret 22 types of
cardiac lead tracings produced from 12 and five lead monitors. Certified by the National
Healthcareer Association, the ECG with Telemetry encompasses topics such as the anatomy and
physiology of the heart, etiology of hypertension and cardiovascular disease, pharmacology of
various heart and blood pressure medications. The Telemetry online course covers biomedical
mechanisms of a twelve lead ECG, over twenty different cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias. A
cardiac rhythm that is most important for any telemetry technician to recognize is that of a
myocardial infarction. A person suffering from a myocardial infarction, depending on the
location of the area of ischemia, complains of some of the following symptoms; sweating, chest
pain (described as a crushing feeling), pain radiating in the interior of the left arm, jaw pain (dull
ache), trouble breathing, (dyspnea), nausea and or vomiting. Not everyone who sustains a
myocardial infarction has the same symptoms or all the symptoms. The most telling sign of a
myocardial infarction on an electrocardiogram are the widened QRS complexes, flattened or
depressed ST segment and depressed or elevated T waves.
When learning to interpret ECG’s (electrocardiograms) students are first trained to understand
the anatomy of the heart and the heart’s electrical conduction pathway. Once the students are
able to demonstrate their ability to diagram and explain this pathway they are next taught how to
read the lead tracing grid that all electrocardiograms are traced on.
The students who learn to interpret electrocardiogram rhythms are acutely responsible for what
they interpret. Although a registered nurse and or physician are ultimately responsible for the
final interpretation, the telemetry technician is the first responder when noticing any rhythm that
could be considered fatal or life threatening. Therefore, it is very important for the telemetry
technician to be adept at reading and interpreting the lead tracings especially the actual lead
tracing of a dangerous cardiac rhythm.
Course Prerequisites (Online or in Class)
Students seeking to enroll in this course must have previous medical background as an RN,
C.N.A., , Paramedic, EMT or Medical Assistant. It is very difficult for the layperson to master
this course in one month or in three days without guided instruction. Therefore it benefits the
student to have some medical background in patient care as well as anatomy and physiology.
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Course Schedule
Online: One month from time of purchase (student is required to put in a maximum of 24 hours
of study time.) In Class: Three day course consisting of eight hour days typically from 85:30PM with a half hour for lunch.
Day 1 Introduction to the Cardiovascular System
a. Anatomy and physiology of the heart
b. Medications that affect the heart
c. Cardiac abnormalities
Day 2 Beginning the Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
a. Tracing the electrical activity of the heart
b. Reading P, QRS, ST, PR intervals
c. Interpreting the strip
Day 3 Cardiac Rhythms
a. Normal sinus rhythms
b. Ventricular rhythms
c. Atrial rhythms
d. All other rhythms including Torsade de points
Students are required to attend and participate in three scheduled Saturday laboratory sessions
throughout the semester. Missed laboratories cannot be made up. A grade of "0" will be given
for all missed laboratories.
Course Details
The students will be emailed a login in code for the website and those in class will be given the
login code as well as the printed version of the online materials as a study guide. They will login
in under Courses and click on the Telemetry Course. There, they will enter their password.
Students will have access to the website and the contents for six weeks. After one month the
student will be required to contact their instructor Nancy Kimmel to obtain the final exam. The
exam can be sent via their e-mail, U.S mail or fax. All exams are to be returned to instructor
within five working days after receipt. Students are requested to call instructor for preference of
exam delivery method either by phone: 313-826-2381 or by e-mail:
[email protected]
Grading: There is one final exam. Students are required to score 80% or better to pass.
Successful students will receive a certificate as a Telemetry Technician and a letter of course
completion from the Institution. With this certification, students are eligible to work in
cardiology offices and hospitals as ECG technicians and Telemetry Technicians. Students will
then be eligible to take their National Certification for EKG Technician. The national exam is
$105. This is not included in the course fee. The National Healthcareer Association is the
benchmark in certification of medical healthcare professionals. The website of the NHA can be
visited at www.nhanow.com Phlebotomy Career Training is an NHA approved school.
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Admissions Requirements
Please review each separate program to determine any additional prerequisites which apply to
admission to that Program.
1. Education: Proof of High School graduation or GED although for the C.N.A. program, the
student needs only to have completed the 6th grade..
a. Official transcript of high school record is mandatory. All applicants must have
evidence of High School diploma or GED.
2. no criminal record
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Grading System, Attendance and Graduation
Grading Scale
A distinct grading scale is specified for each Program above.
Grades Notification
Grades are not posted but will be available approximately 72 hours after the test administration
or at the time designated by the Instructor.
Grades Challenges
If a student wishes to challenge a grade, the student must provide a written explanation to the
Instructor, which must state in detail the reasons for the challenge. The written challenge must be
delivered to the Instructor within five (5) business days after the test results are made known, or
the right to file a challenge is deemed waived. Students may request a hearing or consultation
with the Instructor on the challenge, but do not have a right to such proceedings. Such requests
will ordinarily be denied, but may be granted in the discretion of the Instructor. The Instructor’s
decision on the challenge will be final and binding on the student. The student will continue in
the Program during the pendency of any challenge.
Attendance Required
Students are required to be on time for each class. Any absence or absences from a class that
total more than 10 minutes shall be considered a total absence from that class.
C.N.A. students must have 100% class and clinical attendance or they shall be dropped from the
program. It is up to the jurisdiction of the instructor if they can attend the next course for
makeup days. There are no makeup days once a C.N.A. program begins.
Tardiness and Absences
A student must give the Instructor immediate notice that he or she will be more than ten minutes
late to class once it becomes apparent that the student will be tardy. The student must thereafter
provide a written and signed explanation for the tardiness. A student who has suffered more than
two unexcused tardies or absences for a class during a single session will be subject to dismissal
from the Program. Program dismissal based on tardiness or absences is reviewed on a case by
case basis by the Institution, which makes the decision in its sole discretion.
The following are acceptable absences from a class: a student’s own illness, serious injury,
hospitalization, or surgery; serious illness in the student’s immediate family; or death of a family
member. In each case appropriate documentation (e.g., doctor’s note, obituary) must be
delivered to the Instructor within 48 hours after the absence. All absences will be kept in the
student file by the Institution. The Instructor may grant other reasons (of similar gravity) for an
acceptable absence, in the sole discretion of the Instructor.
Academic Probation: There is no academic probation for the C.N.A. program or any of the
other offered programs.
Academic Integrity
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Academic dishonesty is defined by the Institution as: “dishonesty in quizzes, tests or
assignments; claiming credit for work not done or done by others; hindering the academic work
of other students; misrepresenting academic or professional qualifications within or without the
school; and nondisclosure or misrepresentation in filling out applications or other school
records."
Credits for Previous Education or Training
No credits for any previous education or training are applied to the requirements to complete any
course or Program offered by the Institution.
Equipment
All equipment for Program training is located at the Institution premises. All equipment
necessary for laboratory or clinical work is located at the health care facility where the lab or
clinical is conducted. Students will not be required to bring or pay for equipment used during
Program instruction or clinical. No equipment used at any facility is located separate from that
particular facility.
Graduation
Each student who successfully receives a final grade of C, for C.N.A.’s a 75% is required on all
all written tests to pass or better and successfully completes all courses will be eligible for
graduation.
Clock hours earned at the Institution are not credit hours and will not be transferable to an
accredited college or university.
Placement
The Institution does not provide job placement services for students.
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Tuition and Tuition Policies
Tuition
Program
Phlebotomy Technician
Tuition
$950
Certified Nursing Assistant
$1,200
EKG /Telemetry Technician
$1,600
Hazardous Materials Technician
$925
Cardio Phlebotomy Technician
$1,250
Telemetry Technician
$399
I.V. Technician
$175
Tuition Payment
Tuition is due and payable in full prior to the first day of class for each Program. This rule
applies even if a student pays for Tuition in whole or part by a Tuition Loan.
The Institution is pleased to offer Deferred Payments for its Phlebotomy Technician and
Certified Nursing Assistant Programs. For those Programs only, the student may pay one-half
prior to the first day of class, and the remaining Tuition prior to the end of the first week of class.
All payments must be made in US dollars and good funds. Personal checks are accepted.
Payment maybe made by the following credit cards: Visa, Master Card, Debit cards, Discover.
A student who fails to make proper and timely payment will be dropped from the Program, and
will not be eligible for a refund. All payments must be paid in collectible funds and US dollars.
Tuition Refund Policy
All tuition and fees paid by the applicant shall be refunded if the applicant is rejected by the
Institution before enrollment. An application fee of not more than $25.00 may be retained by the
Institution if the applicant is denied admission to the Institution. All tuition and fees paid by the
applicant shall be refunded if requested within three business days after signing a contract with
the Institution. All refunds made under this Policy shall be returned to the applicant or student
within 30 days.
A student is not entitled to a refund after the end of three business days following the student’s
payment of Tuition. The student will be responsible for payment of the entire Tuition even if the
student has not yet paid in full or obtained a tuition loan. A student terminated for bad conduct,
failure to make a deferred payment or disciplinary reasons is not eligible for a refund. The
Institution does not reimburse Program Costs incurred by the student.
Program Costs
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Students must pay the following costs specified for their respective courses while they are
attending each such course or program.
All Programs and Courses (except Hazardous Materials Technician)
Students enrolled in these Courses are required to wear navy blue scrubs to each class, and white
tennis shoes/nursing shoes (non-slip). Students must also bring the following to each class: a
stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, calculator, a watch with second hand, and a box of latex gloves
(non-latex if the student may have a latex allergy). Students are required to have a white knee
length lab coat for clinical site rotation. Students must also pay for their own medical testing that
is required for each course: TB, Measles, Mumps Rubella and Varicella (titers).
EKG /Telemetry Technician and Patient Care Technician
Caliper
$10-15
Hazardous Materials Technician
Sharpie marker
Notebook
Casual attire
Calculator
Cardio Phlebotomy Technician
1. Sharpie marker
2. Blood pressure cuff with stethoscope
3. Calipers
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Dress Code
Clothing
Students are required to wear navy blue scrubs to each class,for the C.N.A. class, burgundy
scrubs will be provided to the students, white tennis shoes, a watch with second hand and they
are to bring a box of latex gloves (non-latex if they think that they may have a latex allergy).
Students are required to have a white knee length lab coat for clinical site rotation. The student
must furnish these clothes and other required items at the student’s cost. A white lab coat, white
cover jacket or white sweater is permitted and may be worn over the uniform.
Students attending the Hazardous Materials Handler Program may wear casual clothes in
compliance with the policy stated below.
General attire for women. When permitted to be worn, dresses must be mid knee length; pantsuit
top must cover the buttocks. White hose must be worn with dress uniform. White stockings or
hose may be worn with pantsuits. Stockings and/or anklets may not be worn with a dress
uniform. Shoes must be white leather with enclosed heel and toe.
General attire for men. Dress in a manner respecting their chosen profession and other
professionals. Adhere to requirements at clinical sites. Male students shall be clean shaven to
class and clinical, or if sporting a beard or mustache shall have them properly groomed and
trimmed
Uniforms and Accessories
No uniforms (except professional uniforms as specified above) are permitted on campus. The
only acceptable jewelry consists of a plain wedding band, watch, stud earring (no loops). No
visible body piercing, multiple earrings, or decorative pins on uniforms are permitted.
Personal Appearance
a.
Perfume, shaving creams, heavy makeup, tobacco odor or offensive body odor are
not permitted in any clinical or classroom area.
b.
Hair must be neat and off the collar with no adornments worn.
c.
Beards and mustaches must be clean, short, and neatly trimmed, or clean shaven.
d.
Fingernails must be clean and short with no polish. Artificial are not permitted.
e.
All visible tattoos are to be covered.
f.
Gum chewing is not permitted.
g.
Visible piercings are not allowed.
Enforcement
Students will be asked to leave if the dress code is violated and will receive an unexcused
absence. All violations subject the student to disciplinary action under the Rules of Conduct.
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Rules of Conduct
General Rules of Conduct
The Institution maintains these general rules of conduct with the purpose of maintaining an
orderly and professional atmosphere at its school and clinical, and for the protection of its
students. The following Rules of Conduct apply at all times while a student is attending a
Program course class, is on site at the Institution facility, or is present at a health care affiliate for
a clinical, lab or other purpose:
1. Students shall conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times, and shall obey the
rules and regulations of the Institution or a health care affiliate.
2. Due to HIPPA laws and other patient privacy acts, students shall at no time discuss any
patient’s illness, condition or health care information, or identify or disclose a patient’s
name or other identifying information in the course of discussing clinical procedures,
except as is necessary to provide health services during a clinical. Students shall not
identify or disclose a patient’s name when discussing any clinical procedures conducted as
to that patient during a course except as is required by a course instructor.
3. Students shall treat all equipment with care, and shall use said equipment in the manner
that it is intended.
4. Students must understand the nature of the Program they are attending and the seriousness
of the invasive procedures they will be asked to undertake. Students acknowledge that
they will be sufficiently prepared with knowledge of the disease process, blood borne
pathogens and universal precautions prior to clinical rotation. Students shall notify their
instructor if in fact they do not feel ready to participate in clinical rotation.
5. Students acknowledge that they will use care, be gentle and kind with all patients,
respecting them and treating them with dignity at all times.
6. Students will comply with the Dress Code.
Disciplinary Policy
The following offenses are among those considered by health care affiliates to be serious enough
to warrant immediate sanctions up to and including discharge. The Institution also considers
these offenses serious and, as students in health occupations, students will be held to these same
disciplinary policies, as stated below.
On-Site Prohibited Offenses
Students are prohibited from committing any of the following offenses while attending a
Program course class, on site at the Institution facility, or present at a health care affiliate for a
clinical, lab or other purpose:
• Theft or attempted theft of property that does not belong to the student.
• Actual or attempted physical violence against anyone.
• Leaving a classroom or clinical site without permission.
• Direct insubordination; refusal to do assigned duties.
• Use of illicit drugs or being under the influence of illegal drugs.
• Use of intoxicating beverages or public intoxication
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• Disclosure of confidential information through any means.
• Immoral actions that depart from general standards of decency in the community.
• Cheating on an exam or clinical work, or other acts of academic dishonesty.
• Verbal or written unprofessional and/or profane language.
• Intentionally falsifying records.
• Endangering fellow workers, patients, or students through violation of safety rules or
committing generally recognized unsafe acts.
• Deliberate damage to, or deliberate defacing of, the property of the Institution, a health
care affiliate or others.
• Harassment of any kind directed at any student, patient, or other person.
• Deliberate false reports that any of the Rules of General Conduct or Disciplinary Rules
have been violated.
• Improper interference with the work of other students or workers.
• Failure to comply with the policies or rules of the Institution or a health care facility.
• All other equally serious offenses.
Off-Site Prohibited Offenses
Any student who commits any of the following offenses after enrolling at the Institution on or off
site is subject to the disciplinary actions described below:
• Conviction for committing a felony.
• Publicly disparaging the Institution or its personnel, a student or an affiliated health facility
or its personnel.
• Aiding and abetting any on-site prohibited offenses.
Disciplinary Action
Failure by a student to comply with any of the above Rules of General Conduct or violation of
the Disciplinary Rules may result in sanctions up to and including dismissal from the Program(s)
they are attending. The severity and timing of any sanction shall be determined in the sole
discretion of the Institution. A student’s attendance at Program courses or clinical may be
immediately and temporarily suspended while the sanction is determined. A student accused of
a disciplinary violation may submit a signed and dated written statement (not exceeding three
typewritten pages in 12 point type) in his or her defense to the Institution at its address above no
later than three calendar days after being advised of the infraction. A student shall be promptly
advised by phone or in writing (after the Institution is advised of the infraction or receives the
student’s statement) of whether and what sanction shall be imposed, which decision shall be final
and not subject to appeal within the Institution.
Failure to follow facility or program policy and procedure may result in one or more of the
disciplinary actions or sanctions:
• Written warning by the Director, instructor and /or supervisor.
• Suspension from classes or clinical
• Immediate dismissal if behavior is still not corrected by the next grading period.
A dismissed or suspended student shall have no right to a tuition refund of any kind.
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Complaint Policy
Institution’s Complaint Policy
The following Institution Complaint Policy is established to address the complaint or concerns of
any student who has a complaint about the Institution’s conduct of its Program courses; clinical
or labs; administration of its Programs; actions with respect to the payment or crediting of
tuition; disciplinary decisions; the conduct of other students or persons at a clinical; or any other
matter pertaining to the Institution.
1.
The complaining student may, but is not required to, speak with the Director
regarding the controversy to attempt an informal resolution of the student’s complaint.
2.
A student who wishes to file a formal complaint with the Institution must obtain a
formal Complaint form from the administrative office of the Institution. The student must
complete the form, fill in all required information on the form, and sign and date the Complaint
form. Anonymous complaints will not be accepted or investigated.
3.
A properly completed Complaint form must be delivered to the Institution
administrative offices by mail or hand delivery. The Institution will provide a signed receipt
upon request by the complaining student. The Institution reserves the right to deny receipt of the
Complaint if it has not received the form and has not provided a receipt.
4.
The Institution may, at its election, make a summary determination accepting or
rejecting the Complaint without a formal investigation, or it may ask the complaining student for
additional information.
5.
The Institution will conduct a prompt investigation of the Complaint; this process
will ordinarily take about 14 days, but may take longer in the discretion of the Institution. The
Institution will make a reasonable effort to review any documents provided with the Complaint
or to interview any witnesses named by the complaining student.
6.
A complaining student requesting anonymity from the person accused must
expressly state that request on the Complaint. If this is not done, the complaining student’s
identity may be revealed to the subject(s) of the complaint or named witnesses. A request for
anonymity may adversely impact the Institution’s ability to fully investigate the complaint and
may lead to rejection of the complaint for that reason, in whole or in part.
7.
A student will be promptly notified of the Institution’s decision following
conclusion of its investigation. There is no right of appeal of the Institution’s decision within the
Institution. A student may request reconsideration of the decision in writing, but the Institution
is not required to respond to any such request.
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State of Michigan Complaint Policy
NOTICE: The State of Michigan has enacted a Complaint Policy entitling each student
of the Institution to file a complaint with the for any violation of the Proprietary School Act,
MCL 395.101 et seq., or any regulations promulg Proprietary Schools Section
Licensing Division, Bureau of Commercial Services
MI Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs
POBox 30714, Lansing MI 48909 (Mailing Address)
2501 Woodlake Circle, Okemos, MI 48864 (Overnight Mailing Address)
ated under that Act. A student is encouraged but not legally required to attempt to resolve any
complaints with the Institution first. Any student who does not wish to file a Complaint with the
Institution or disagrees with any decision the Institution has made regarding his or her Complaint
may file a Complaint with MDELEG.
Any complaints the student has that are filed with the Institution and/or are not resolved
with the Institution may be addressed through the Proprietary School Section website at
www.michiganps.net, under the “Forms and Resources” tab, and then the Complaint tab. A
student may also present the complaint by a writing mailed or delivered to:
The Institution must legally abide by any decision of Proprietary School Section
regarding any student complaints, and cannot take action adverse to a student merely by reason
of that student filing a complaint with Proprietary School Section against the Institution.
Proprietary School Section
Licensing Division, Bureau of Commercial Services
MI Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs
POBox 30714, Lansing MI 48909 (Mailing Address)
2501 Woodlake Circle, Okemos, MI 48864 (Overnight Mailing Address)
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Institution Policies and Notices
Ownership Notice
Phlebotomy Career Training is owned by Phlebotomy Career Training, LLC, 28050 Ford Road,
Suite C, Garden City, MI 48135. Nancy L. Kimmel, RN, PhD, CHM owns this entity and is the
primary contact for this owner.
Curriculum Requirements
Program curriculum is designed to instruct students as to the material requirements of all ethical
and practice standards applicable to the health care profession, including but not limited to the
Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics stated below.
Americans with Disability Notice
In compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation will be provided to students with documented
disabilities on a case-by-case basis. The Office of Disabled Student Services handles requests for
special accommodation. Students must register with that Office, and provide appropriate
documentation to the Institution before any academic adjustment will be provided. Qualified
students with special needs should see the instructor as soon as possible.
Equal Opportunity Notice
No person shall be excluded from, or discriminated against, in admission to the Institution or in
obtaining the advantages, privileges, and courses of study offered by the Institution on account of
race, color, sex, handicap, religion, or national origin.
Health Risks
1.
Changes in student health must be reported to the Director.
2.
Changes in student health that must be reported include but are not limited to pregnancy,
debilitating injuries, and infectious diseases.
3.
The Institution reserves the right to require a student to complete an “Acceptance of
Risk” form in cases of pregnancy, health risks, or communicable diseases. The form will state
that the student is safe to function in the clinical setting, contain other assurances as are required
by the Institution, and be signed by the student and health care provider.
4.
All costs of testing, diagnosis, and treatment of any infectious and/or communicable
disease contracted while acting as a caregiver in clinical experiences will be the responsibility of
the student.
5.
Any injury in the clinical area sustained by the student due to improper procedure will be
the responsibility of the student to cover the cost for any medical treatment.
Changes to Policy and/or Curriculum Requirements
Due to the dynamic nature and demands attendant to conducting an educational program
regarding the nursing profession, the Institution reserves the right to change specific policies
and/or educational requirements to enhance and update the curriculum design for its Programs.
The Institution will give students notice of these revisions within a reasonable time after such
revisions are finalized. According to PA 148 of 1943, as amended, any modification of the
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student’s application and contract, as contained the in the catalog, shall be agreed to, in writing,
by all parties.
Professional Courtesy
Students are expected to be on time for class and stay till the end of class. Please, no food or
drinks (other than water bottles) in class. Also, please take care of your personal needs before the
beginning of class. Students are expected to show professional courtesy towards fellow students
(i.e., no feet on chairs or pack packs in the way of others) at all times. Cell phones cannot be
used for calculations in class at any time. Please bring a calculator to class daily.
Cell Phone Usage
The use of cell phones, pagers, or other electronic devices in the classroom will not be tolerated.
Using cell phones, pagers, or other electronic devices in the classroom is disruptive student
behavior that interferes with the educational process of other students or prevents faculty or staff
from performing their professional responsibilities.
Misuse of Computers
Computers in classrooms or laboratories are to be used by students for educational purposes
only. Misuse or unauthorized use of Institution computers is prohibited.
Criminal Background Checks
If criminal background checks are required by clinical affiliates, the student shall be notified of
this requirement prior to enrollment. The check must be completed within the first week of
class. The school will perform all background checks for a fee of $15.00. It shall be the student's
responsibility to make timely arrangements for the background check and to pay all costs
associated with such checks. The clinical affiliate sets eligibility standards for participation in
the clinical assignment and evaluates results of the criminal background check. The names of
any student excluded from participation at the hospital based on the hospital's eligibility
standards shall be provided to the school. The school shall take steps to ensure that the individual
does not participate in the clinical program at the affiliate. The institution shall inform students
excluded from clinical placement on the basis of a criminal background check of any review or
appeal process available pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act or any other law or policy, if
any.
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General Information and Qualifications
Governing Authority
The Institution is governed by its Director and Administrator, Nancy L. Kimmel RN, PhD,
CHMM. The Institution is owned and operated by Phlebotomy Career Training, LLC.
“Phlebotomy Career Training” is an assumed name owned by Phlebotomy Career Training,
LLC.
Instructors
Nancy L. Kimmel RN, PhD, CHMM. Nancy L. Kimmel is an Instructor for the Phlebotomy
Assistant Program, Nurse Assistant Program, and the clinical programs conducted as to each
Program. Nancy L. Kimmel RN, PhD, CHMM is an Instructor for the EKG/Telemetry, Patient
Care Technician, Hazardous Materials Technician. She is properly licensed and authorized to
instruct the Institution’s Programs.
Qualifications of Nancy L. Kimmel RN, PhD, CHMM
Licensing and Certificates
Registered Nurse; State of Michigan #2236161
Certified Hazardous Materials Manager Certification #11340 May 2002
Train the Trainer Certification
Nursing Employment and Activities. Dr. Kimmel has been employed as a Medical/Surgical
Nurse (Float), Psychiatric Nurse and Home Care Nurse. She has authored and developed preNursing Tutorials and online nursing tutorials. She has been employed in some or all of these
nursing capacities at Oakwood Hospital and Alpha Home Care since 2007. She has been
employed as a Phlebotomist or Phlebotomist supervisor for 12 years.
Instruction. Dr. Kimmel was formerly an Adjunct Professor of Mechanical Engineering at
Lawrence Technological University, an Adjunct Professor of Mathematics and Physics at Henry
Ford Community College, and served on the Adjunct Faculty in Mechanical Engineering at
Oakland University. She has also lectured at the Yazaki Center and Ford Motor Company.
Other. Dr. Kimmel is the author of a Book on Education published by U.S. Dept. of Education
titled “The Easy Guide to Accredited Degrees through Correspondence.” She is the holder of
one registered Patent and has several Patent applications pending.
Professor Kimmel’s undergraduate work was in biochemistry at the University of
Michigan. Professor Kummel’s PhD thesis was dedicated to the toxicology of medications that
were cardiac specific. Dr. Kimmel experience as a Registered Nurse includes working in the
cardiac care unit, ICU, intermediate intensive care and medical surgical units.
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Leslie D. Reynolds, RN
Leslie D. Reynolds, RN is an Instructor for the Nurse Assistant, Patient Care Technician,
and Licensed Practical Nurse Programs, and the clinical studies and sessions conducted as to
each of these Programs.
Qualifications of Leslie D. Reynolds, RN
Registered Nurse; State of Michigan #4704187348
Michigan Department of Community Health, Bureau of Health Professions, Train-The-Trainer
Nursing Background. Ms. Reynolds’ most recent experience is as a Case Manager supervising s
and Home Health Aids, working on case managed patient care, and assorted other duties. She
has held this position with Henry Ford Home Healthcare since October 2009. Prior to that
position she worked for the Hartford Rehab and Nursing Center as a Staff Development and
Infections Control Nurse/Supervisor. She has held other nursing positions with Comfort Care
Home Health Services, Heartland Home Health Care, and Children’s Hospital of Michigan,
among others.
Instruction Background. As noted above, Ms. Reynolds is a certified trainer in Health Care.
Some of her positions noted above included training and teaching activities in-service for staff,
training nurses in identifying and controlling infectious diseases, and teaching medication
regime, signs and symptoms. The last training work was specifically performed for the Visiting
Nurses Association of S.E.M.
Kelli Acha, RN, BSN
Kelli Acha, RN, BSN is an Instructor for the Nurse Assistant, Patient Care Technician,
and Licensed Practical Nurse Programs, and the clinical studies and sessions conducted as to
each of these Programs.
Qualifications of Kelli Acha, RN, BSN
Registered Nurse, State of Michigan #4704253198
Nursing Background. Ms. Acha currently works as an Operating Room Nurse at St. John Health
System in Madison Heights, MI. She has previously served as a Staff Nurse at the Veteran
Affairs Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Traverse City, MI, and as an Operating Room
Nurse at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, MI. She has obtained her Bachelor of Science
in Nursing in 2009, and is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Nursing at Kaplan
University, with an expected graduation date by the end of 2011.
Instruction Background. Ms. Acha served as a Clinical Instructor in Nursing at Dorsey School of
Business in Madison Heights, teaching the clinical skills required to obtain a position as a
Certified Patient Care Technician. Her instruction activities include compliance with State of
Michigan requirements, and instructing didactic sessions in physical, biological and
psychological subjects for nursing. She previously acted as a Preceptor and Didactic Instructor
at Munson Medical Center.
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Oath of Confidentiality
I, _________________________________recognize the importance of absolute confidentiality
in the career I have chosen. I pledge my oath that I will never discuss, photocopy, duplicate or
disclose matters pertaining to the patients, clients, citizens, children, cooperating program
providers, and other persons with whom I work in the course of my academic program at
Phlebotomy Career Training. I further pledge my oath of confidentiality to the families of those
persons and to any issues connected with them. This oath is binding with the exception that I
may use such confidential information for the express purpose of facilitating learning and taking
extreme care to remain as discreet as possible while diligently protecting the identity of persons
involved. (Additionally, I will have signed parent permission forms for any photographs I take as
part of assigned course work.)
I pledge to abide by the confidentiality policies of the facility in which I am placed for off
campus educational experiences.
I realize that any breach of confidentiality is very serious and will result in immediate
disciplinary action, including the possibility of dismissal from the program. Since disclosure of
confidential information is a legal infraction, that breach will be reported to the management
authority where the infraction occurred. That authority may elect to pursue further legal action.
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STUDENT
Date signed
This Catalog is provided at no cost to students. To order a copy or to obtain further
information simply send a request to:
Phlebotomy Career Training, LLC
28050 Ford Rd, Suite C.
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(734) 762-3220
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Security Camera Policy
The purpose of the security cameras located in classroom or lab is to provide a mechanism to
record activity in areas that have a potential for theft, vandalism, facilities misuse, or Conditions
of Use violations.
The security camera will be limited to uses that do not violate the reasonable expectation of
privacy as defined by law and school policy. There will be signs posted that indicate security
cameras are in use. Images from lab and classroom will be recorded. The retention of any
recorded images will typically be 45 days or fewer unless images are required for a specific
investigation.
All recorded images from PCT Classroom/labs are securely stored on PCT DVR server and
access to recorded or live camera images is limited to select PCT staff. These select PCT staff
will receive a copy of this policy and must provide acknowledgment that they have read and
understand its contents. Recorded images WILL NOT BE routinely checked and will only be
reviewed in the event that the School has a business need to review the recorded images. A
business need includes the investigation of theft, vandalism, violation of School policy, state, or
federal law. Reviews must also have the prior approval of the staff member’s manager and the
Director of the school or his/her designate. Unless required by law, the Director of the school or
his/her designee, in consultation with PCT legal liaison, will decide if a review request
originating outside of PCT will be honored and with whom the review information can be shared
with.
Notes:
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This policy does not apply to cameras deployed for recording lectures.
Signature: _____________________________________
Date: _________________________________________
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