Phlebotomy in Primary Care Setting
This practical phlebotomy course gives healthcare professionals in primary care the opportunity to develop safe, effective venepuncture skills using the most up‑to‑date techniques and equipment. The session covers vein anatomy, correct site selection, safe practice principles, needlestick injury prevention and the use of straight and butterfly needles, including manufacturer‑specific features.
Delegates will learn how to recognise and manage complications, understand competency requirements once back in the workplace, and explore the roles and responsibilities of practitioners who take blood. The course supports confident, evidence‑based phlebotomy practice in busy primary care environments.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Describe the anatomy and physiology of veins and select common anatomical sites for venepuncture
- Keep the procedure as safe and effective as possible, including needlestick injury prevention
- Explain different techniques and equipment, including straight and butterfly needles and manufacturer safety features
- Identify and address complications that may arise during phlebotomy
- Understand next steps for gaining and demonstrating competency in the workplace
- Discuss the roles and responsibilities of practitioners who take blood
Ideal for nurses, HCAs, AHPs and clinicians involved in diagnostic sampling and long‑term condition management.
