Scope of Practice:

• Prepare patients for blood draws

• Verify patient identities and ensure proper labeling of collection vials

• Explain blood draw or transfusion process to patients

• Guide nervous patients through blood draws

• Conduct blood draws and transfusions

• Assist patients who experience adverse reactions following a blood draw or transfusion

• Follow directions of supervising physicians

• Identify, label and track blood samples

• Gather, inventory, and maintain blood draw instruments and supplies

Admissions Requirements:

•  Be at least 18 years old

•  Be a United States citizen, permanent resident, or resident with a school permit

• Submit Admissions Application ($25 Nonrefundable), (via Sign Request)

•  Show proof of high school graduation or GED

•  Agree to participate in both clinical and theoretical components of the course

• Provide proof of health clearance (physical exam) from a physician 

•  Provide proof of the following tests and vaccines

  • TB (or chest x-ray)

  • 10 Panel Drug Screen

  • Hep B (No more than 10 years old)

  • Chicken Pox (No more than 10 years old)

  • MMR (No more than 10 years old)

•  Complete a background check through Castle Branch, with the directions provided by Capscare.

•  Interview with the Dean of Nursing

•  Complete an entrance exam

Program Schedules:

Total Program Length: 14 Weeks

• Lecture Portion: 12 Weeks, Tuesdays, 9AM-1PM

• Clinical Portion: 2 Weeks, Monday-Friday, Times: TBD

• Start Date: To be determined by the Office of the Dean

Program Cost:

$1,100.00 (50% deposit required)

• Includes: Books

Uniform: Scrubs and closed-toe shoes, (Not included in program cost).

CPT Certification: $150 (Not Required by Capscare Academy but most employers do require for employment.) 

• Testing by appointment