**Scholarship-eligible. Call 803-535-1236 for details**

This course is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment as phlebotomy technicians in hospitals, laboratories, physician offices, and other healthcare settings. Students will learn the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to safely and effectively collect blood specimens for diagnostic testing. 

The course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practice in laboratory and clinical settings. Upon successful completion, students may be eligible to sit for a national certification exam in phlebotomy.

This course provides a comprehensive study of the principles and practices of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize cardiac and respiratory emergencies and to respond effectively using CPR techniques. Emphasis is placed on proper procedures for performing CPR on adults, children, and infants, as well as the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The course also includes instruction on basic first aid, airway management, and the legal and ethical considerations of providing emergency care. Upon successful completion, students may earn certification in CPR and AED use in accordance with American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines.  

Students will need to purchase the required textbook for this course from the campus bookstore.  The cost of the textbook is $26.00.  The cost of the textbook is not included in the cost of the course.    

This course provides a comprehensive study of the principles and practices of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize cardiac and respiratory emergencies and to respond effectively using CPR techniques. Emphasis is placed on proper procedures for performing CPR on adults, children, and infants, as well as the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The course also includes instruction on basic first aid, airway management, and the legal and ethical considerations of providing emergency care. Upon successful completion, students may earn certification in CPR and AED use in accordance with American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines.  

Students will need to purchase the required textbook for this course from the campus bookstore.  The cost of the textbook is $26.00.  The cost of the textbook is not included in the cost of the course.