Venipuncture for Technologists (Students)

Venipuncture for Technologists covers all topics required by the California State Department of Public Health to meet the requirements for venipuncture certification. The technologist is introduced to the basic skills necessary to safely perform venipuncture for contrast x-rays and to help ensure patient safety. This course is also a refresher for certified technologists.

This is an 8-hour course approved by ASRT to provide 7.5 Category “A” Credits.

ASRT Approved Category “A” Credit

This course has been approved by the American Society of Radiologic Technologist (ASRT) for 7.5 Category “A” Credits and meets the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) criteria for Category “A” continuing education credit.

This course meets CDPH-RHB acceptance criteria for continuing education credits required to renew certificates and permits in radiologic technology.

Course topics

  • Anatomy and physiology of venipuncture sites
  • Venipuncture instruments, intravenous solutions, and related equipment
  • Puncture techniques
  • Techniques of intravenous line establishment
  • Hazards and complications of venipuncture
  • Postpuncture care
  • Composition and purpose of antianaphylaxis tray
  • Practice on manikins - 10 venipunctures in classroom manikin or live

Prerequisite

This course is open to radiologic technologist students who are currently enrolled in a radiology program. Applicants must provider their current student status to apply.  Verification of valid AHA CPR certification is required.

Contact Education Hours: 7.5 CH’s are available for qualified providers.

Instructional Model: This class is offered in classroom or hybrid format. Hybrid format includes online lectures, and classroom skills. ONLINE LECTURES: The online live or on-demand classes cover the lecture material and quizzes. LIVE SKILLS LABORATORY is live on campus as scheduled.


SCHEDULE

Select the campus location and the class date that best fits your schedule.

Custom classes may be available on request. Call for more information


TUSTIN CAMPUS - 1391 Warner Ave., Suite A, Tustin, CA 92780

This is a hybrid course that requires on-demand online classwork prior to the Live Skills Laboratory. The dates below are for the Live Skills Laboratory class. 

1-Day Live Skills Laboratory

Month Days Times Lab Date Options
Jan Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 1/12
Feb Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 2/9
Mar Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 3/9
Apr Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 4/13
May Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 5/11
Jun Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 6/8
Jul Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 7/13
Aug Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 8/10
Sep Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 9/7
Oct Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 10/12
Nov Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 11/9
Dec Sun 7:00am to 1:00pm 12/7


SACRAMENTO CAMPUS

This is a hybrid course that requires on-demand online classwork prior to the Live Skills Laboratory. The dates below are for the Live Skills Laboratory class. The laboratory location varies and will be determined and shared with enrolled students prior to the class start date. 

1-Day Live Skills Laboratory

Month Days Times Lab Date Options
Jan Mon 9:00am to 3:00pm 1/13
Feb Mon 9:00am to 3:00pm 2/10
Mar Mon, Wed 9:00am to 3:00pm 3/10
Apr Wed, Mon 9:00am to 3:00pm 4/9, 4/21
May Mon 9:00am to 3:00pm 5/12
Jun Mon 9:00am to 3:00pm 6/9
Jul Mon, Wed 9:00am to 3:00pm 7/14
Aug Wed, Mon 9:00am to 3:00pm 8/6, 8/11
Sep Mon 9:00am to 3:00pm 9/8
Oct Mon 9:00am to 3:00pm 10/13
Nov Mon 9:00am to 3:00pm 11/10
Dec Mon 9:00am to 3:00pm 12/10
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$200

Locations: Tustin, Sacramento,

Course Included

    • Venipuncture for Technologists (Students) - Application