CUIMC Phlebotomy Training Program

This program is provided by Clinical Research Resources (CRR) , Training and Education (TRANSFORM), and our partners at CUIMC based on feedback via the Simple is Better Initiative. 

Overview

The Irving Institute for Clinical and Translational Research’s Clinical Research Resource (CRR) and TRANSFORM Workforce Development is proud to announce the official  launch of the Phlebotomy Training Program in support of CUIMC efforts to enhance research training and certification processes. In collaboration with National Health Career Association (NHA), People and Organizational Development (POD), Office of General Counsel (OGC), Office for Research (OFR) and the Helene Fuld Health Trust Simulation Center (Columbia School of Nursing) this preceptor-led program included didactic training, simulation, and live blood draws to meet testing minimum requirements.  

Upon successful completion of the one-week training program (including mandatory draws), students will  receive an exam code to schedule their NHA certification examination.  

Schedule

Week 1: Didactic Learning & Hands-on Practice

• Didactic Sessions:  Two sessions, each lasting 1.5-hours, covering the NHA syllabus. Topics include Anatomy & Physiology, Venipuncture Procedures, Safety Protocols, and Patient Interaction.
• Hands-on Practice: Two sessions, each lasting 1.5-hours, using manikin arms for practice (SIM).
• Completion of 30 venipunctures and 10 capillary draws as required by the NHA. Daily supervision by lead preceptor.

Goals

• All students will complete the training and the mandatory draws
• No adverse events or needle stick injuries
• Effective collaboration between Irving Institute and Helene Fuld Health Trust Simulation Center (Columbia School of Nursing) staff
• Pre and post satisfaction surveys will be completed by the students
• Qualitative improvement of skill development

Facilities & Equipment

Irving Institute for Clinical and Translational Research Clinical Research Resource (CRR), TRANSFORM Workforce Development and the Helene Fuld Health Trust Simulation Center (Columbia School of Nursing) will provide:

• Venue for didactic sessions and skill evaluations
• Venue for mandatory skills evaluation
• Supplies for venipunctures and capillary draws
• Helene Fuld Health Trust Simulation Center (Columbia School of Nursing) 
• Venue for hands-on practice with manikin arms
• Provision of practice supplies

Accreditation

National Health Career Association: Syllabus, training materials and certification codes

Columbia University of General Counsel: Participant Waiver

Utilization of NHA website tools for student registration, course assignment, progress tracking, and exam code assignment

Instructors

• Alejandro Cruz RN, PTCI CRR Lead Preceptor overseeing didactic training and validation sessions
• Mary Moran, RN, Nursing Instructor Preceptor from the SON Simulation Center

Eligibility 

This service is open to all CUIMC research personnel. 

Cost 

The comprehensive training course and certification is $1,250 per person. 

Cite it, Submit it, Share it!

If your research has benefited from one or more Irving Institute resources, please remember to:

• Cite our CTSA grant, UL1 TR001873, in any relevant publications, abstracts, chapters, and/or posters.
• Submit your publications to PubMed Central (PMC) for compliance with the NIH Public Access Policy.
• Share your research updates with us by sending an email to: irving_institute@cumc.columbia.edu(link sends e-mail)