Advanced Phlebotomy Course
Key Features
Of this Advanced Phlebotomy Course:
- Develops advanced venepuncture skills for patients with difficult venous access in hospital and community settings
- Covers specialist collection techniques including blood cultures, arterial sampling and paediatric procedures
- Emphasises infection prevention, risk management and accurate sample handling aligned with current UK laboratory standards
- Includes supervised practical sessions on realistic training models and live practice where appropriate
- Prepares delegates to manage complications, patient anxiety and documentation requirements in real clinical environments
Course Date Availability
Advanced Phlebotomy training at the following 1 centres. Prices from £195 per person :
| Training Centres | Next Available Dates |
|---|---|
| Swansea | 9th Jun 20267th Oct 2026 |
Course Information
Overview:
Advanced Phlebotomy training equips experienced healthcare workers with the additional technical and clinical skills required for complex blood collection procedures. The course focuses on situations that go beyond routine venepuncture, such as patients with collapsed veins, those receiving treatment that affects vascular access, and the collection of specialised samples for diagnostic testing.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Registered nurses working in phlebotomy clinics or wards
- Experienced phlebotomists seeking to expand their scope of practice
- Healthcare assistants with a current basic phlebotomy certificate
- Practice nurses and community healthcare practitioners
- Biomedical support staff involved in specimen collection
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Selection and use of different needle systems, winged infusion sets and safety devices
- Techniques for accessing difficult or fragile veins while minimising patient discomfort
- Correct procedures for blood culture collection, coagulation samples and timed tests
- Paediatric and neonatal capillary and venous sampling methods
- Recognition and management of vasovagal reactions, haematomas and nerve injury
- Accurate labelling, transport requirements and chain of custody documentation
- Enhanced infection control measures for high-risk patients and isolation settings
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs over two consecutive days in a clinical training environment, combining short theory sessions with extended supervised practical workshops and scenario-based assessments.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Review of vascular anatomy and physiology relevant to advanced access
- Equipment selection and safe handling of sharps in complex situations
- Practical workshops on training arms covering multiple access sites and patient positions
- Specialist sample collection: blood cultures, arterial blood gases and therapeutic drug monitoring
- Paediatric sampling techniques and consent considerations
- Complication management, first aid response and incident reporting
- Quality assurance, audit trails and maintaining sample integrity
Private Courses On-site
Advanced Phlebotomy training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Delegates who complete both the theoretical and practical assessments receive a certificate of competence in Advanced Phlebotomy. This certificate is recognised by NHS trusts and independent healthcare providers. Many organisations require refresher training every three years to maintain clinical currency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Advanced Phlebotomy questions:
The standard course is delivered over two full days, combining classroom theory with extensive practical workshops.
Delegates must hold a recognised basic phlebotomy certificate and have recent practical experience of routine venepuncture in a clinical setting.
Yes. Delegates complete supervised practical assessments on training models and demonstrate competence in multiple advanced techniques before certification.
Successful delegates receive a certificate of competence in Advanced Phlebotomy that many NHS trusts and private providers accept as evidence of extended skills.
Most employers recommend refresher training every three years to ensure continued competence with current equipment and protocols.
Yes. Dedicated sessions address capillary and venous sampling techniques suitable for infants and children, including consent and positioning.
Basic training covers routine adult venepuncture. Advanced training adds skills for difficult access, specialist samples, paediatric work and complication management.
The course includes arterial sampling techniques using safe, simulated models and covers the associated risks and documentation.
Wear clinical uniform or smart professional clothing suitable for practical work. All equipment and training models are provided on site.
The certificate demonstrates competence in the techniques taught. Local workplace policies and supervision arrangements determine when you can begin performing the procedures independently.
Yes. Enhanced infection prevention measures for isolation patients, blood culture collection and high-risk samples are integrated throughout the programme.
Prices per person typically start at £195. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
The training is delivered by practising phlebotomy trainers who maintain current clinical roles, ensuring all techniques reflect present-day NHS and UKAS laboratory expectations.
Last updated: May 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group