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Revised September 8, 2019 Medical Laboratory Technician and Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician Student Handbook 2 | P a g e 2 | P a g e Table of Contents Program Mission Statement p. 4 Program Goals and Outcomes p. 4-6 ASCLS Code of Ethics p. 7 Approximate Program Costs p. 8-9 Academic Expectations p. 10-12 Student Discipline p. 13-18 Academic Appeals p. 19 Discrimination p. 20 Disabled Student Services p. 21 Academic Advising, Health Insurance, Criminal Background Checks, Drug Screens p. 21 MLT Criminal Background Check/Drug Screen Order Form p. 23-26 LPT Criminal Background Check/Drug Screen Order Form p. 27-30 Laboratory Safety Checklist p. 31-32 Drug Screen, Proper Attire, Cell Phones and Electronic Devices, Attendance Requirements p. 33 Transportation, Parking, Use of School Computers p. 34 Medical Laboratory Technician Admission Requirements p. 35 Medical Laboratory Technician Advanced Standing Admission, Selection Criteria and Retention Policy p. 36 Medical Laboratory Technician Malpractice Insurance, Readmission Policy and Assignment of Students for Clinical Assignment I p. 37 Medical Laboratory Technician Recommended Course Sequence p. 38 Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician Admission Requirements p. 39 5 | P a g e 5 | P a g e Program Outcomes for the Technical Certificate in Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician Phlebotomists are skilled medical laboratory professionals who collect, transport and process blood specimens for laboratory analysis. Graduates who are awarded the Technical Certificate in Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician will 1. Demonstrate the ability to collect blood successfully by venipuncture and dermal puncture; (The ability to collect blood successfully is defined as the collection of 100 samples in which a usable specimen is obtained). 2. Effectively transport and process for specimens for testing, requisition tests; 3. Comply with appropriate laboratory safety and infection control procedures when collecting and processing blood specimens; 4. Select the appropriate technique and equipment for blood collection to include the selection of blood collection tubes with the appropriate additive; 5. Demonstrate knowledge of the health care delivery system, basic medical terminology and anatomy and physiology as related to specimen collection; 6. Recognize take appropriate action when preanalytic factors are a source of specimen integrity; 7. Demonstrate the ability to perform CPR. Program Outcomes for the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Technician Medical Laboratory Technicians are highly skilled medical laboratory professionals who perform the analysis of blood and body fluids, evaluate test results and correlate test results with patient conditions. Graduates of the Medical Laboratory Technician Program are expected to possess requisite knowledge and skills in all major areas of clinical laboratory practice. The analysis of blood and body fluids requires a basic understanding of the critical role laboratory test results play in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Graduates of the Medical Laboratory Technician Program will have an in-depth understanding of anatomy and physiology as related to health and disease, the relationship of laboratory findings to common disease processes, proper procedures for performing laboratory analyses, instrumentation used in laboratory testing, factors that affect laboratory test results, proper procedures for reporting test results and will 1. Perform the routine analysis of blood/body fluids with minimal supervision; 2. Demonstrate the ability to perform routine laboratory procedures in all major areas of clinical laboratory practice to include Clinical Chemistry, Hematology/Hemostasis, Urinalysis/Body Fluids, Microbiology, Immunology, Immunohematology and Laboratory Operations; 3. Identify test principles, methodologies, significance of test results, reference ranges, alert values and sources of test variability; 4. Assure accuracy and validity of test results by application of appropriate quality control and quality assurance procedures; 5. Perform basic analytic techniques, demonstrate appropriate use of laboratory instrumentation; select appropriate trouble-shooting procedures when necessary; 6. Comply with laboratory safety regulations to include proper handling of biologic specimens, safe use of chemicals and safe use of equipment in the laboratory; 7. Identify sources of pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic error; correlate test results with disease processes; 8. Interpret quality control data and initiate appropriate corrective action when control results are not within acceptable limits; 6 | P a g e 6 | P a g e 9. Respond appropriately to stress, time constraints and changes in the workplace; 10. Accurately report test results using laboratory information systems and other means for communicating test results; 11. Demonstrate a commitment to patients, to the profession and to professional development. The Medical Laboratory Technician and Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician programs provide quality instruction and learning activities appropriate for the discipline. The programs recognize the importance of professional standards and ethical considerations as related to the health care professions. Development of professional competence, personal growth and appropriate patient care are integrated into each area of the curriculum. All students at Southwest Tennessee Community College are expected to behave in an ethical and moral fashion, respecting the human dignity of all persons and to resist behavior that may cause harm or endanger others. While a student’s commitment to honesty and personal integrity is assumed and expected, health care professionals commit to an even greater standard of care in this area due to their commitment to patient care. Students in the Medical Laboratory Technician and Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician programs promise to discharge the duties of their respective disciplines in accordance with the high standards outlined in the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science Code of Ethics. 7 | P a g e 7 | P a g e AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE CODE OF ETHICS I. Duty to the Patient Clinical laboratory professionals are accountable for the quality and integrity of the laboratory services they provide. This obligation includes maintaining individual competence in judgment and performance and in striving to safeguard the patient from incompetent or illegal practice by others. Clinical laboratory professionals maintain high standards of practice. They exercise sound judgment in establishing, performing and evaluating laboratory testing. Clinical laboratory professionals maintain strict confidentiality of patient information and test results. They safeguard the dignity and privacy of patients and provide accurate information to other health care professionals about the service they provide. II. Duty to Colleagues and to the Profession Clinical laboratory professionals uphold and maintain the dignity and respect of the profession and strive to maintain a reputation of honesty, integrity and reliability. They contribute to the advancement of the profession by improving the body of knowledge, adopting scientific advances that benefit the patient, maintaining high standards of practice and education and by seeking fair socioeconomic working conditions for members of the profession. Clinical laboratory professionals actively strive to establish cooperative and respectful working relationships with other healthcare professionals with the primary objective of ensuring a high standard of care for the patients they serve. III. Duty to Society As practitioners of an autonomous profession, clinical laboratory professionals have the responsibility to contribute from their sphere of professional competence to the general well-being of the community. Clinical laboratory professionals comply with the relevant laws and regulations pertaining to the practice of clinical laboratory science and actively seek, within the dictates of their consciences, to change those who do not meet the high standards of practice to which the profession is committed. 10 | P a g e 10 | P a g e ACADEMIC EXPECTATIONS Southwest students recognize their responsibilities to the learning process and agree to  Arrive for class punctually and attend class regularly  Acquire the necessary materials for class and come to class prepared  Identify and use all academic support services necessary to achieve learning success  Observe the standards of academic performance described by the instructor  Abide by the standard of conduct established in the classroom to ensure freedom of the instructor to teach and freedom of others in the class to learn Southwest faculty members are committed to student success and will  Define the content and goals (objectives) of the class  Describe expectations and class requirements  Describe how the student will be evaluated  Be good role models  Display integrity Southwest faculty post office hours and are available for individual consultation outside the classroom during office hours or during scheduled appointment times. Southwest students are expected to assume full responsibility for their behavior and will be held accountable for their individual and/or collective actions. There are two areas of academic misconduct to include  Academic dishonesty  Disruptive behaviors Academic dishonesty includes cheating and/or plagiarism. Cheating includes  Knowingly discovering or attempting to discover the content of an examination before the examination is given  Obtaining or attempting to obtain or use an unauthorized device or material when taking an examination  Using or attempting to supply another with an unauthorized device or material for an examination  Willfully receiving or supplying any aid not authorized by the instructor  Intentionally sharing information or working together in an academic exercise when such collaboration was not approved by the instructor. Plagiarism includes  Representing to be his/her own, any work which is not the product of one’s own effort or study, if the work will affect one’s grade, credit or status in the class 11 | P a g e 11 | P a g e  Using another person’s or a group of persons’ words or ideas without clearly acknowledging the source of that information, resulting in the false impression that the work is one’s own individual work. Plagiarism may be either deliberate or unwitting; that is, it is the responsibility of the student to know what constitutes plagiarism so that ignorance is not a legitimate defense against a charge of plagiarism. Academic sanctions for the above are penalties imposed by an instructor in response to a student’s academic misbehavior and may include, but are not limited to, lowering a grade, assigning extra work, giving a re-test or assigning a grade of “0” on an assignment. The instructor has the primary responsibility for control of classroom behavior. Certain behaviors are disruptive to the learning process and are prohibited. These include:  Use of Electronic Devices The following behavior is disruptive: 1) the use of electronic devices (cellular phones, text messaging devices, laptops, etc.) during class  Unexcused Exits The following behaviors are disruptive: 1) leaving to retrieve sodas, snacks or other items 2) leaving class to engage in a conversation, phone or person-to-person 3) leaving class before class is finished for any reason without prior permission  Non-Permitted Communication during Classroom Instruction The following behaviors are disruptive: 1) talking before being recognized by the instructor 2) talking while the instructor is talking 3) talking without permission during classroom instruction 4) mimicking and consistently repeating an instructor’s words  Overt Inattentiveness The following behaviors are disruptive: 1) sleeping in class 2) reading a newspaper 3) any other behavior that prevents others from concentrating on classroom instruction The following behaviors are not only disruptive but are so objectionable, they are strictly prohibited. Engaging in these behaviors may also result in temporary and/or permanent expulsion from the classroom:  Personal Attacks Personal attacks are prohibited and include: 1) questioning an instructor’s authority in front of the class 2) continuing to insist on speaking with an instructor during classroom instruction 3) telling an instructor to “shut-up” 4) engaging in abusive or mean-spirited criticism of an instructor or another student 12 | P a g e 12 | P a g e  Threatening Behaviors Threatening behaviors are prohibited and include: 1) abusing an instructor or another student verbally by cursing or by extremely loud talking directed at a particular person 2) threatening to physically harm an instructor or student through verbal or body gestures 3) intimidating through body gestures/posture or persistent staring at an instructor or student. 15 | P a g e 15 | P a g e 7. Misuse of documents or identification cards. Any forgery, alteration of or unauthorized use of College documents, forms, records or identification cards, including the giving of any false information, or withholding necessary information in connection with a students admission or enrollment status at the College; 8. Firearms and other dangerous weapons. Any possession of or use of firearms or dangerous weapons of any kind. State law prescribes a maximum penalty of five (5) years imprisonment and a fine not to exceed $2,500 for carrying weapons on school property; 9. Explosives, fireworks, and flammable materials. The unauthorized possession, ignition or detonation of any object or article which could cause damage by fire or other means to persons or property or possession of any substance which could be considered to be and used as fireworks; 10. Alcoholic beverages. The consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages is not allowed at the College; 11. Drugs. The unlawful possession or use of any drug or controlled substances (including any stimulant, depressant, narcotic, or hallucinogenic drug or substances, or marijuana) or sale or distribution of any such drug or controlled substances; 12. Financial responsibility. Failure to meet financial responsibilities to the College promptly including, but not limited to, knowingly passing a worthless check or money order in payment to the College or to a member of the College community acting in an official capacity; 13. Unacceptable conduct in hearings. Any conduct at a College hearing involving contemptuous, disrespectful, or disorderly behavior, or the giving of false testimony or other evidence at any hearing; 14. Failure to cooperate with College Officials. Failure to comply with directions of College officials acting in the performance of their duties; 15. Attempts and aiding and abetting the commission of offenses. Any attempt to commit any of the foregoing offenses, or the aiding or abetting of the commission of any of the foregoing offenses (an attempt to commit an offense is defined as the intention to commit the offenses coupled with the taking of some action toward its commission); 16. Violations of state or federal laws. Any violation of state or federal laws or regulations prescribing conduct or establishing offenses; which laws and regulations are incorporated herein by reference; 17. Violations of the general rules and regulations of the College as published in an official College publication, including the intentional failure to perform any required action or the intentional performance of any prohibited action; 16 | P a g e 16 | P a g e 18. Gambling. Gambling in any form is prohibited. IV. DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS A. Upon a determination that a student or organization has violated any of the rules, regulations or disciplinary offenses set forth in these regulations, disciplinary sanctions may be imposed. In such cases, the Office of Student Activities designee will conduct an investigation of the reported violation of the College rule(s). At that time, the Office of Student Activities designee notifies the student in writing as to what College regulation(s) have been allegedly violated. During an arranged meeting with the student, the designee explains the procedure and the disciplinary sanctions that might apply (restitution, warning, expulsion, etc.). Either an Admission of Violation or Denial of Violation in writing is solicited. In the event of  Admission of Violation: After a student admits to a violation, the designee notifies the student of the disciplinary sanctions in writing.  Denial of Violation: If a student denies the violation, he/she may either request o The Office of Student Activities designee adjudicate the case with the understanding that the designee’s action is final or o A formal hearing which is conducted by the Student Disciplinary Committee The Student Disciplinary Committee is composed of five members: a chairman, two (2) student members, and two (2) faculty members. Two student members will be appointed by the College president from a pool of students recommended by the president of the Student Government Association. In order to be eligible for the pool, a student must have completed a minimum of twenty-four (24) credit hours at the College and have a 2.5 minimum quality point average (QPA) and be in good standing. A majority of the Student Disciplinary Committee must be present in order to hear a case, and the majority of the number present must be in agreement to reach a decision. In a formal hearing, the following procedures are observed:  The student will be notified in writing by the disciplinary committee of the violation(s) with which the student is charged  The student will be advised in writing of the time/place of the hearing within ten (10) days of notification.  The student will be advised in writing of his/her rights to include o The right to present his/her case o The right to be accompanied by an advisor or counsel whose participation is limited to advising the student o The right to call witnesses on the student’s behalf o The right to confront witnesses against the student o The method of appeal All hearings shall be closed unless the student elects in writing to have an open hearing. 17 | P a g e 17 | P a g e B. Disciplinary Sanctions Upon a determination that a student or organization has violated any of the rules, regulations or disciplinary offenses set forth in these regulations, the following disciplinary sanctions may be imposed, either singularly or in combination, by the appropriate College official. (1) Restitution. A student who has committed an offense against property may be required to reimburse the College or other owner for damage to or misappropriation of such property. Any such payment in restitution shall be limited to actual cost of repair or replacement. (2) Warning. The appropriate College official may notify the student that continuation or repetition of specific conduct may be cause for other disciplinary action. (3) Reprimand. A written reprimand, or censure, may be given to any student whose conduct violates these regulations. Such a reprimand does not restrict the student in any way, but does have important consequences. It may signify to the student that he or she is in effect being given another chance to conduct himself or herself as a proper member of the College community, but that any further violation will result in more serious penalties. In addition, a reprimand does remain on file in a student’s personnel record for a period of one year. (4) Restriction. A restriction upon a student’s privileges for a period of time may be imposed. This restriction may include, for example, denial of the right to be present at the College in any way, denial of use of facilities, parking privileges, or participating in extracurricular activities for a maximum of one year. (5) Probation. Continued enrollment of a student on probation may be conditioned upon adherence to these regulations. Any student placed on probation will be notified of the terms and length of probation. Probation may include restrictions upon the extracurricular activities of a student. Any conduct in violation of these regulations while on probationary status may result in the imposition of a more serious disciplinary sanction. (6) Suspension. If a student is suspended, he or she is separated from the College for a stated period of time with conditions of readmission stated in the notice of suspension. (7) Expulsion. Expulsion entails a permanent separation from the College. The imposition of this sanction does become a part of the student’s permanent record, and is a permanent bar to his or her readmission to the College. (8) Interim or summary suspension. Though as a general rule, the status of a student accused of violations of the code should not be altered until a final determination has been made in regard to the charges against him, summary suspension may be imposed upon finding by the Dean of Students or his designated representative that the continued presence of the accused on campus constitutes an immediate threat to the 20 | P a g e 20 | P a g e DISCRIMINATION It is the intent of Southwest Tennessee Community College to be free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, age, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability or any other protected status. Southwest will not tolerate harassment of any faculty member, staff or student. Southwest condemns any acts in its academic or work environments that create the potential for illegal harassment, both in terms of individual faculty members, staff or student morale and in violation of applicable federal, state and local laws. Harassment Sexual harassment is illegal discrimination that creates an unpleasant, hostile, disrespectful, unfair work environment. All claims of harassment will be taken seriously in order to maintain a workplace that complies with the law and is free from offensive behavior of a sexual nature. Sexual harassment is behavior based on gender, sexuality, sexual identity or person that prevents or impairs their full realization of educational or occupational opportunities or benefits. Not every act that might be offensive to an individual or a group will be considered harassment. Whether the alleged conduct constitutes sexual harassment depends on the record as a whole and the totality of circumstances, such as the nature of the conduct or the sexual advances in the context within which the alleged incident occurs. Harassment does not include verbal expressions or written materials that are relevant and appropriately related to course subject matter or curriculum. Racial harassment is defined as any person’s conduct which unreasonably interferes with an employee’s or student’s status or performance by creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive working or educational environment. Harassment on the basis of race, color or national origin, includes offensive or demeaning treatment of an individual, where such treatment is based on prejudiced stereotypes of a group to which that individual may belong. Consensual relationships are intimate relationships between faculty members and students which are strongly discouraged due to the inherent inequality of power in such situations. These relationships could lead to undue favoritism or the perception of undue favoritism, abuse of power, compromised judgment or impaired objectivity. Process for Discrimination and Harassment Any employee, student or applicant for employment who believes he/she has been the subject of, has been notified about or has observed sexual harassment as defined in this policy should report the alleged conduct immediately to the Human Resources Office. This procedure does not cover academic matters including grades or requirements for acceptance/retention in any academic major or program. To appeal assignment of a course grade the student believes is based on discrimination, the student should file a Grade Appeal form which is available through the offices of Deans and Department Chairs. The College encourages the resolution of all grievances at the lowest level in the most equitable way possible. 21 | P a g e 21 | P a g e DISABLED STUDENT SERVICES An office for disabled students is located on each campus and provides information and services for disabled individuals enrolled at Southwest. The office coordinates many campus resources to meet the educational needs of documented disabled individuals through personal and academic guidance and counseling. Southwest is committed to the spirit and the letter of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and has instituted several policies, procedures and practices to ensure access by disabled individuals to programs, services and activities of the College. Individuals requiring accommodations, modifications or encountering and physical barriers should contact the Office of Disabled Student Services. All students with a disability who would like to receive special services must provide appropriate documentation. When academic modifications are required, it is the student's responsibility to present the updated accommodation form to each of his/her professors at the beginning of the semester. The Coordinator of Disabled Student Services is Sherri Scott. She can be reached at (901) 333-5166 or (901) 333-4223 or at sscott@southwest.tn.edu. In addition, the locations Offices for Disabled Student Services are Campus Phone/Fax Hours Macon Cove Campus Farris Building, Room 2194 (Inside Testing Center Suite 2182) 901-333-4223/ 901-333-4788 Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Union Avenue Campus M Building, Room 112A (Inside Admissions Suite, M Building, Room 110) 901-333-5116/ 901-333-5200 Tuesday and Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Students with a documented disability are encouraged to register with the Disabled Student Services office at least three weeks before the beginning of the semester in order to obtain accommodations and support services. All information related to a student's disability is kept confidential and may be accessed only by the Disabled Student Services staff. Students may sign a Release of Information Authorization Form so that the office of Disabled Student Services may work with students by working with faculty, tutors, and any other individuals for the benefit of the student. 22 | P a g e 22 | P a g e ACADEMIC ADVISING Academic advising is a requirement. Students must meet with an academic advisor prior to registering for classes. The name of the advisor is shown on the DASHBOARD in my.southwest. It is the student’s responsibility to schedule an appointment with his/her advisor prior to registration. The advisor will provide the student with a registration access code that is needed to access the registration site and to register for classes. Students are responsible for notifying the advisor and other appropriate College officials of changes related to name, address, telephone, etc. Health Insurance Coverage In order to participate in clinical assignment, students must show proof of health insurance coverage. Health and accident insurance policies are available through a private insurer authorized and approved by the Tennessee Board of Regents. Transactions are made between the insurance company and the student. The Office of Student Activities can provide specific information regarding the purchase of health care insurance. The full cost of the health insurance premium is paid by the student. Criminal Background Checks Southwest Tennessee Community College now requires background checks and 10-panel drug screens for all students entering programs in the Allied Health Sciences. This is to ensure a safe clinical environment for both students and the public and to meet the contractual requirements of area healthcare facilities. The criminal background check and 10-panel drug screen must be performed by the designated Tennessee Board of Regents vendor within the six week period that precedes the start of clinical assignment. The designated Tennessee Board of Regents provider is Truescreen. Students who fail to submit to a criminal background check or who receive a “FAIL” result on the criminal background check cannot complete or maintain enrollment in any Southwest Tennessee Community College Allied Health program. Students who fail to submit to a 10-panel drug screen or who receive a “FAIL” result for any one drug or for more than one drug cannot complete or maintain enrollment in any Southwest Tennessee Allied Health program. Student Employment/Service Work Students are not responsible for service work in the clinical laboratory. Any service work is noncompulsory outside of scheduled class or clinical hours. The use of students as substitutes for licensed medical laboratory personnel is not allowed according to the Tennessee State Medical Laboratory Board’s rules and regulations. Students (trainees) must have adequate supervision and shall not be substituted for licensed medical laboratory personnel. Additionally, a licensed medical laboratory scientist/technologist or technician must check all laboratory reports before they can be released to a patient’s medical record. AN Annotated Rule: 12000-06-02-01 Students enrolled in the program may choose to be employed in the medical laboratory offices or clinics. The following guidelines for employment have been established. The employment is a relationship between the student and the employer. The College will not act as an intermediate between the student and the employer. Employment is to take place ONLY at times considered outside of the scheduled classes, including clinical schedule. Scheduled paid working hours cannot be substituted for clinical education hours. Clinical evaluation cannot be completed during paid working hours. Students should inform the program director if and when the employment with the clinical site begins. 25 | P a g e 25 | P a g e You will receive an email from Truescreen, studentedition@truescreen.com, once drug test results are available. Follow the link in the email to access Application Station: Student Edition to view the report. The cost of the Drug Screen is $31.00. Truescreen accepts credit cards and PayPal. Payment is collected within ApplicationStation: Student Edition. If the student receives a “REVIEW” (red X) or “FAIL” (solid red square) on either the background investigation or drug screen, the Medical Laboratory Technician Program Director will communicate this information to the Clinical Education Director at the respective clinical facility. The Clinical Education Director will then determine if the student can enter clinical rotations. The student is to schedule an appointment with the Clinical Education Director at the appropriate facility. During the scheduled appointment, the student applicant will provide the original background check documentation to the Director of Clinical Education for verification and review. The Director of Clinical Education will review the conviction record and determine “clearing/not clearing” of the student applicant based on approved criteria. If permitted, an electronic copy of the background investigation can be forwarded to the Director of Clinical Education via Report Deliver Manager. Report Delivery Manager Report Delivery Manager (RDM) allows students to distribute an electronic copy of your background check and drug screen results to a third party for clinical rotations. RDM can be found in Application Station: Student Edition. Reports are available to students for 36 months. If reports are needed beyond 36 months, students must print a copy to be distributed as needed. 1. Click the link below or paste it into your browser: http://www.applicationstation.com 2. To access the Report Delivery Manager, choose the “If you are returning” option on the left side of the home page and click “Sign back in.” 3. Enter the username and password created at the time of submitting your background investigation and/or drug screen. 4. Report Delivery Manager can be found at the bottom of the Welcome Back screen. 5. To authorize a new third party to view a background check, click “Create a New Delivery.” 6. Read the “Important Notice”, type your name and click “Agree.” 7. Supply the third party’s contact information: Last Name, First Name and Organization. Report Access Keys are generated, including an ApplicationStation Code and Access PIN. Truescreen recommends that the student contact the third party and provide the ApplicationStation website address, code and PIN to their contact verbally. This method provides the highest level of security. However, the student can also authorize that an e-mail containing this information be sent to the contact at the clinical facility. If you wish to have an email containing the Access Keys to be sent directly to the clinical facility, follow steps 8 and 9. 8. To authorize an e-mail, locate “Other Delivery Options, Option 2” and click “here to send an email.” 9. Provide and confirm the recipient’s e-mail address, and then select either Option 1 or Option 2, which determines what information is sent to the recipient via e-mail. 26 | P a g e 26 | P a g e The system provides confirmation that an e-mail has been sent, along with the ApplicationStation Code and Access PIN for future reference. Results of Criminal Background Checks If criminal background checks of students are required by the affiliate, the institution shall notify students of this requirement prior to enrollment in the program or as soon as the requirement is known. Students will be informed by the institution that the check must be completed within the 90 day period prior to the student’s initial clinical placement. It is the student’s responsibility to make timely arrangements for the background check and to pay associated costs with such checks. It shall be the responsibility of the affiliate to set eligibility standards for participation and to evaluate the results of the background check. If the affiliate determines the student shall not participate at its facility, the affiliate shall notify the institution. The institution shall take steps to ensure this individual does not participate in the clinical program at the affiliate. The institution shall inform students excluded from clinical placement on the basis of a criminal background check of any review or appeal process available pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act or any other law or policy, if any. 27 | P a g e 27 | P a g e LABORATORY PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN STUDENT BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG SCREEN INSTRUCTIONS Student Name (printed):__________________________ Student ID Number: _________________ Student Signature: ______________________________ Date: _____________________________ By my signature above, I acknowledge that I have received and read the information provided regarding the background check. I am aware that if I have questions about the material herein, it is my responsibility to seek assistance from any Phlebotomy faculty member. A background investigation and drug screen are requirements of the clinical agencies for your program of study. Failure to complete these requirements will prevent you from completing clinical rotations. STEP 1: What to do if you need a Background Investigation? Below are step-by-step instructions for accessing Application Station: Student Edition to authorize and pay for a background investigation. 1. Click the link below or paste it into your browser: http://www.applicationstation.com 2. Enter the Code: SWTNPHL-CBC in the Application Station Code field. 3. Click the "SIGN UP NOW" button to create an account. 4. Follow the instructions on the Application Station web site. Note – please store the username and password created for Application Station in a secure location. This information is needed to enter Application Station in the future which includes obtaining a copy of your background investigation report. If you encounter issues with the Application Station: Student Edition or have questions regarding the site, please contact Truescreen’s Help Desk at 888-276-8518, ext. 2006 or itsupport@truescreen.com. Background Investigations are completed, on average, within 3 to 5 business days. Once completed, you will receive an email from Truescreen, studentedition@truescreen.com. Follow the link in the email to access Application Station: Student Edition to view the report. To access the site use the same username and password created at the time you submitted your background check. Application Station includes instructions for disputing information included in the background check should you feel anything is incorrect. The initial background investigation consists of the search components listed below. All records are searched by primary name and all AKAs, a student’s primary address, and all addresses lived within the past seven years.  Social Security Number Validation and Verification  Statewide Criminal Records Search  County Criminal Records Search – all counties of residence lived in the past 7 years (when Statewide is not available) 30 | P a g e 30 | P a g e The system provides confirmation that an e-mail has been sent, along with the ApplicationStation Code and Access PIN for future reference. Results of Criminal Background Checks If criminal background checks of students are required by the affiliate, the institution shall notify students of this requirement prior to enrollment in the program or as soon as the requirement is known. Students will be informed by the institution that the check must be completed within the 90 day period prior to the student’s initial clinical placement. It is the student’s responsibility to make timely arrangements for the background check and to pay associated costs with such checks. It shall be the responsibility of the affiliate to set eligibility standards for participation and to evaluate the results of the background check. If the affiliate determines the student shall not participate at its facility, the affiliate shall notify the institution. The institution shall take steps to ensure this individual does not participate in the clinical program at the affiliate. The institution shall inform students excluded from clinical placement on the basis of a criminal background check of any review or appeal process available pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act or any other law or policy, if any. 31 | P a g e 31 | P a g e LABORATORY SAFETY CHECKLIST Universal Precautions for Specimen Handling o Handle all patient specimens as though they are infectious. o Wash your hands o After removing gloves; o Before touching your eyes or mouth; o After blood, a specimen or reagent has come into contact with your hands; o Before eating, drinking, smoking or applying cosmetics; o When leaving the laboratory. Handwashing is the single most effective practice for infection control. o Wear gloves whenever o You work with blood or body fluids; o There is risk of exposure through open wounds or mucus membranes; o You perform venipuncture or other vascular access procedures; o You have cuts, scratches, or other breaks in your skin. o Replace gloves whenever they become torn, punctured or contaminated. o Wear protective eyewear, masks and face shields when performing procedures such as centrifugation that are likely to generate blood aerosols or when there is a risk of splashing or spraying of blood and/or body fluids. o Do not eat, drink, smoke, chew gum or apply cosmetics in the laboratory. o Use the laboratory refrigerators only for the storage of reagents, controls or specimens. Never store food or drink in the laboratory refrigerator. o Clean work areas daily and clean spills immediately with 10% bleach solution and flush the sink with 10% bleach when samples are discarded in the sink. o Pipette reagents and samples with pipette bulbs. Never mouth pipette. o Never open a centrifuge while it is operating. Disinfectant centrifuges regularly with 10% bleach solution. Always centrifuge blood stoppered. Exercise care to balance the centrifuge so as to prevent tube breakage. o Know the location of eyewash stations. o Label all reagents and specimens appropriately. Electrical Equipment o Use grounded outlets and three prong grounded plugs. o Refrain from using equipment with frayed electrical cords. 32 | P a g e 32 | P a g e o If you suspect an electrical problem with a piece of equipment, immediately turn the equipment off, disconnect it from the outlet and have it repaired. Fire Safety o Know the location of fire extinguishers. o Know the exit procedure in event of fire. o RACE: Rescue, Activate, Contain, Extinguish o PASS: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep Hazardous Waste Disposal o Discard all contaminated needles and sharp objects in a special leak-proof, puncture-resistant sharps container labeled with the biohazard symbol. o Discard other biohazard waste in a biohazard container with orange/red plastic liner. o All other waste should be discarded in ordinary trash receptacle. In Case of Accident o Notify your instructor immediately. o Provide your instructor the names/telephone numbers for emergency contacts. o Complete and incident report. o Seek treatment if necessary. Informed Consent for Blood Collection For effective phlebotomy training, it is necessary for students in the Medical Laboratory Technician and Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician programs to voluntarily agree to have blood drawn by other students in class. Enrollment in the MLAB 2360, PLBT 1300 or PLBT 1350 includes informed consent for another student to collect blood samples from you via venipuncture and/or dermal puncture. The instructional programs seek to minimize the risks (e.g. hematoma, fainting, bruising) associated with blood collection. Thus, participation in the programs(s) includes informed consent to have blood collected. In addition, your signature indicates you will agree to hold the College or any affiliated clinical site harmless for complications arising from the blood collection procedure to include accidental needle stick injury. 35 | P a g e 35 | P a g e MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE The Medical Laboratory Technician is an essential member of the health care team, providing laboratory tests used in the diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of disease and the maintenance of health. The program is designed to give students both the theoretical knowledge and practical experience in a variety of laboratory procedures. Students in the program spend the final three months of the second year rotating through clinical laboratories of area hospitals. Students enrolled in the program must complete course requirements in sequence and must remain on schedule for completion of the degree. The Medical Laboratory Technician program is a full-time, day-time program. The program is licensed by the Tennessee Department of Health Division of Health Related Boards and is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 5600 N. River Rd., Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018, (773) 714-8880 or http://www.naacls.org. Program graduates are eligible to take national certification examinations and make application for Tennessee licensure as Medical Laboratory Technicians. The awarding of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technician is not contingent on taking/passing a national certification examination. To be eligible for consideration for admission to the Medical Laboratory Technician Program, the applicant must meet the following minimum requirements: 1) Have been granted degree admission status at the College; 2) Have completed the following courses with a minimum grade of “C” a. ENGL 1010 b. BIOL 1010, BIOL 1110 or BIOL 2010 c. MLAB 1301 d. CHEM 1010 or CHEM 1110 e. BIOL 1230 f. MATH 1010 or higher the above listed sciences courses must include a laboratory component that is not “virtual” or online; 3) Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; 4) Have submitted the following materials to the Admissions Office by the established deadline (July 1 for fall semester admissions and November 1 for spring semester admissions) a. Application for Special Admission Programs b. Official transcript(s) of all college work attempted and/or completed at college(s) or university(ies) other than Southwest Tennessee Community College. Such transcripts must be provided directly by the releasing institution. 36 | P a g e 36 | P a g e Advanced Standing Admission Students who have completed all of the prescribed first year courses except MLAB 1301 may be considered for advanced standing admission depending on availability of space. Students admitted with advanced standing must meet all other admissions requirements and must complete MLAB 1301 prior to graduation. Selection Criteria The Medical Laboratory Technician Admissions Committee ranks applicants according to the following criteria: 1. College-level GPA x 2 2. Required prerequisite course GPA x 2 The required prerequisite courses are ENGL 1010, MLAB 1301, BIOL 1010, 1110 or 2010, CHEM 1010 or 1110 and BIOL 1230. 3. Interview x 1 Retention Policy In order for a student to retain a position in the program, the student must: 1. Meet the Essential Requirements for the program; 2. Maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher; 3. Earn a minimum grade of “C” in all MLT courses required for the degree. If a student makes a “D” grade in a single MLT course, the student may repeat the course one time (at the next offering provided space is available). If the student fails to earn a “C” or better in the repeated course or earns a “D” in a second MLT course, the student will be dismissed with no possibility of readmission. “F” grades may not be repeated. Any student earning a single “D” grade who wishes to repeat the course must also submit a second Special Admission Program Application prior to the published deadline; 4. Remain in sequence and on schedule for enrollment in Clinical Practicum I and Seminar; 5. Prior to clinical assignment, submit the Medical Statement showing freedom for communicable disease and from drug and alcohol addiction. The Medical Statement must also provide evidence of physical fitness for performing duties related to Clinical Assignment I; 6. Prior to clinical assignment, complete the criminal background check/drug screen using the Tennessee Board of Regents provider. A clinical affiliate may elect not to train a student with a criminal background, in which case the student would be unable to complete the course requirements for the degree. A criminal background may also preclude licensure, certification and/or employment. Licensure and/or certification agencies may require that criminal background checks be performed by their designated vendors, which may be different from the vendor recommended by Southwest Tennessee Community College. 37 | P a g e 37 | P a g e Malpractice Insurance Students are required to purchase malpractice insurance when registering for Clinical Assignment I. The cost of the premium is included in the required fees for the term in which the student registers for Clinical Assignment I. Readmission Policy Students withdrawing from the program or dismissed for academic reasons may be considered for readmission under current admission policy, based on space availability. The student must submit a second Application for Admission to a Special Program by the required deadline. The Admissions Committee will review the student’s transcript to identify courses to be retaken. Due to the rapid changes in technology and in the field of clinical laboratory science, no more than two years may elapse between completion of any second year MLT course and the beginning of Clinical Practicum I. Students desiring readmission must submit a written request to the Medical Laboratory Technician Program Director 30 days prior to the first day of registration for that term. Assignment of Students for Clinical Practicum I & II Dates of applied clinical experience (Clinical Practicum I & II) cannot be guaranteed. In the event the number of students eligible for Clinical Practicum I & II exceeds the number of available sites, students will be assigned according to grade point average in the MLT courses with the students with the highest GPA receiving priority. In addition, students are not guaranteed a clinical assignment in the term that follows completion of the second year MLT classes. Students must agree to accept clinical assignments at any facility within a 150 mile radius of the Southwest Tennessee Union campus. Any student not assigned to a clinical assignment in term that follows the completion of the second year MLT classes will be assigned to a clinical assignment prior to assigning students enrolled in subsequent terms. 40 | P a g e 40 | P a g e Selection Criteria The Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician Admissions Committee ranks applicants according to the following criteria: 1. College-level GPA x 2 2. Required prerequisite course GPA x 2 Required prerequisite courses MLAB 1301 and PLBT 1300. Required prerequisite courses must be current or have been completed during the 12-month period preceding the start of PLBT 1301 and PLBT 1401 Retention Policy In order for the student to retain a position in the program, the student must 1. Meet the Essential Requirements for the program; 2. Maintain a 2.0 GPA; 3. Prior to enrollment in PLBT 1301 & PLBT 1401, complete a Medical Statement showing freedom from communicable disease and from drug/alcohol addiction. In addition, the Medical Statement must provide evidence of emotional and physical fitness for performing professional duties. 4. Prior to completion of PLBT 1301 & PLBT 1401, complete a CPR course. Readmission Students dismissed for academic reasons may be considered for readmission the following year under the current policy, based on space availability. Malpractice Insurance Students are required to purchase malpractice insurance when registering for PLBT 1301. The fee for the malpractice insurance premium is included in the course fees assessed in the term the student enrolls in PLBT 1301. CPR Training Students enrolled in PLBT 1301 and PLBT 1401 must complete a CPR course prior to the conclusion of the semester in which the student enrolls in Phlebotomy Praciticum. 41 | P a g e 41 | P a g e LABORATORY PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE First Term: 6 credit hours  MLAB 1301 Introduction to Medical Laboratory ( 3 credit hours)  PLBT 1300 Phlebotomy Didactic (3 credit hours) *Second Term: 12 credit hours  PLBT 1350 Phlebotomy Seminar (2 credit hours)  PLBT 1301 Phlebotomy Clinical Practicum I (5 credit hours)  PLBT 1401 Phlebotomy Clinical Practicum II (5 credit hours) * Only students admitted to the Phlebotomy Program may enroll in second term courses. The second term classes are offered only during day-time hours and may begin as early as 5:00 a.m. Applications for second term classes must be submitted by the deadline dates. Total Credit Hours: 18 _____________________________________________________________________________________ Criminal Background Check Criminal background checks are at the student’s expense and may be a requirement at some affiliated clinical rotation sites. Based on the results of these checks, an affiliated clinical site may determine to not allow the student at the training facility. This could result in the student’s inability to complete the program requirements. A criminal background check may preclude certification and/or employment. Certification agencies may also require background checks performed by their designated vendor, which may not be the same vendor as the one used by Southwest. Malpractice Insurance Students are required to purchase malpractice insurance when registering for PLBT 1301. Program Costs In addition to tuition and fees, students may have additional costs associated with completion of the program (see list of approximate costs included in the handbook). 42 | P a g e 42 | P a g e ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN AND LABORATORY PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN Essential requirements are the essential nonacademic requirements of the program that a student must be able to master to participate successfully in the Medical Laboratory Technician or Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician programs and become employable. Applicants for these programs must possess the following list of technical abilities and skills. Students who may not feel sure they will be able to meet these essential requirements should consult with the Program Coordinator for further information and to discuss individual situations. 1. Speech: Ability to verbally communicate understandably in English. 2. Hearing: Ability to understand English when spoken in person or via the telephone. 3. Vision: Natural or corrected to 20/20, ability to distinguish red, yellow, and blue colors, distinguish clear from cloudy, and distinguish objects in the range of 1 micron through the microscope. 4. Mobility: Ability to maneuver in the laboratory, around instruments, in confined spaces, and in patient rooms. Movement includes utilizing shoulders, arms, and neck; bending; twisting the body; standing; reaching and grasping overhead, in front of the body, and down. 5. Fine Motor Control: Ability to manipulate small objects with fingertips or control adaptive devices. 6. Coordination: Eye/hand and eye/hand/foot coordination. 7. Reasoning: Ability to deal with abstract and concrete variables, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in oral, written, diagrammatic, or schedule form. Ability to deal with problems from standard situations. Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to carry out one- or two-step instructions. 8. Mathematics: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions, calculate time, use metric system for measurements, calculate percentages, solve for one variable, set-up and solve ratio and proportion problems, interpret simple statistical data. 9. Reading: Ability to comprehend simple instructions or notations from a log book, ability to comprehend newspapers, manuals, journals, instructions in use and maintenance of equipment, safety rules and procedures and drawings. 10. Writing: Ability to compose English sentences containing subject, verb, and object; complete notations in a log book, complete job applications, prepare business letters, write reports using prescribed format and conforming to rules of punctuation, spelling, grammar, diction and style. 11. Perception: Ability to perceive pertinent detail in objects or in pictorial or graphic material; to make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures, and widths and lengths of line; to comprehend forms in space and understand relationships of plane and solid objects; the ability to visualize objects of two or three dimensions. 12. Clerical: Ability to perceive pertinent detail in verbal or tabular material; to observe differences in copy, to proof-read words and numbers, and to avoid perceptual errors in arithmetic computation. 13. Data: Ability to synthesize, coordinate, analyze, compile, compute, copy, and compare data standards for Medical Lab/Phlebotomy Technicians. 14. Personal Traits: Ability to comprehend and follow instruction; perform simple and repetitive tasks; maintain a work pace appropriate to a given work load; relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions; perform complex or varied tasks; make generalizations, evaluations or decisions without immediate supervision; accept and carry out responsibility for directions, control and planning. 15. Environmental: Ability to work indoors, be around moving machinery; factors: fumes, gases, odors, irritating particles, possible exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, blood and body fluids, noise, radiation or electrical energy, vibration; work in confined spaces, use a computer monitor; work alone, with others, or around others. 16. Safety Equipment Required to Wear: Safety glasses, face mask/shield, protective clothing, protective gloves. 45 | P a g e 45 | P a g e USE OF REGULAR MEDICATIONS FOR: Allergies: __________________ Dysmenorrhea:_________________ Insomnia:______________ Blood dyscrasia: ____________ Nervous disorder: ______________ Colds:_________________ Endocrine Imbalance:________ Headache: _____________________ Overweight:____________ Indigestion:________________ Heart:__________________________Underweight:___________ Blood Pressure: ____________ Diabetes: ______________________ Other: ________________ IMMUNIZATION RECORD: DATE DATE DPT: ____________________________ (vaccination within last 10 years or booster at time of application) MMR: ____________________________ (documentation of 2 doses of MMR vaccine or positive serology indicating immunity status Varicella vaccine: __________________ (documentation of 2 doses or varicella vaccine or positive serology indicating immune status) Influenza: __________________________ (documentation of influenza vaccine) Hepatitis:___________________________ (documentation of 3 doses of hepatitis B vaccine or positive serology indicating immunity status) PHYSICAN STATEMENT: After completing the above examination, I feel that ___________________________IS / IS NOT physically and emotionally qualified for participation in the educational program of Medical Laboratory Technician and Phlebotomy at Southwest Tennessee Community College. _______________________________ _____________________________________________ Signature of Physician Printed Name of Physician or Nurse Practitioner _______________________________ _________________________________________ Date Physician’s Address and Phone Number (This form will not be accepted without the signature of the physician/nurse practitioner performing the examination) 46 | P a g e 46 | P a g e Required Immunizations: Varicella (Chicken Pox) Proof of either  Documentation of 2 doses of VZV vaccine  A serum titer confirming immunity Hepatitis B Proof of either  Completion of Hepatitis B vaccine series (3 immunizations)  A serum titer confirming immunity Note: The hepatitis B injection series is a 4-6 month process. There must be a minimum of four weeks between the first and second immunization, a minimum of eight weeks between the second and third immunization. Measles Proof of either  Two doses of MMR vaccine on or after the first birthday or  A serum titer confirming immunity Note: There must be at least four weeks between the first and second measles vaccination. Mumps Proof of either  Two doses of MMR vaccine on or after the first birthday or  A serum titer confirming immunity Rubella Proof of either  Two doses of MMR vaccine on or after the first birthday or  A serum titer confirming immunity Note: The combined MMR vaccine is vaccine of choice Tetanus-Diptheria-Pertussis Proof of  Tetanus-diptheria-pertussis (DPT) vaccination within last 10 years or booster at time of application. TB skin test  A negative TB skin test or, if the TB skin test is positive, a chest x-ray that shows no evidence of active TB infection. Influenza Proof of  Influenza vaccine 47 | P a g e 47 | P a g e FACULTY AND STAFF Dr. Michael F. Bugg, MD, MT (ASCP) Medical Director Medical Laboratory Technician and Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician Louisiana State University School of Medicine (1988) Full-time Faculty Michelle Hill, MS, MT (ASCP) Assistant Professor, Program Director MLT/Phlebotomy BSMT, University of Tennessee (1979) MS, University of Tennessee (2003) mhill@southwest.tn.edu (901) 333-5409 Shilpa Desai, MT (AMT) Assistant Professor BS, DAV College of Arts and Sciences (India) MS, Institute of Medical Technology (India) MAT, University of Memphis (2012) ssdesai@southwest.tn.edu (901) 333-5402 Lindsey Shaidnagle, MPH, BSMT(ASCP) Instructor BSMT, University of Tennessee (2005) MPH, University of Memphis (2014) Lbward1@southwest.tn.edu (901) 333-5390 Adjunct Faculty Amy O. Cox, MLS (ASCP)CM Adjunct Faculty BSMT, Memphis State University (1975) MAT, University of Memphis (1991) acox@southwest.tn.edu (901) 333-5408 Jan Smalley, MEd, BSMT (ASCP) Adjunct Faculty BSMT Delta State University MEd, Memphis State University jsmalley@southwest.tn.edu (901) 333-5408 50 | P a g e 50 | P a g e COURSE DESCRIPTIONS MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN AND LABORATORY PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN MLAB 1301 Introduction to the Medical Laboratory 3 Credit Hour(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________ An introduction to the clinical laboratory sciences which includes care and use of equipment , laboratory safety, basic laboratory math, medical terminology, principles of phlebotomy, quality control, preparation of chemical solutions and an orientation to the major testing areas in the medical laboratory. PLBT 1300 Phlebotomy Didactic 3 Credit Hour(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________ This course covers the study of skin puncture and venipuncture in collecting blood for laboratory testing including principles of proper phlebotomy techniques, specimen distribution, patient care, preparation and maintenance of equipment, record keeping and basic principles of anatomy and physiology. PLBT 1350 Phlebotomy Seminar 2 Credit Hour(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________ Interpersonal skills for phlebotomists are discussed, including basic concepts of communication, stress management, professional behavior, legal implications, current issues and a review of laboratory phlebotomy principles and procedures and a comprehensive examination. Emphasis is placed on specimen processing and computer entry data. Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 and PLBT 1300 and admission to the Phlebotomy program Corequisite(s): PLBT 1301 & PLBT 1401 PLBT 1301 Phlebotomy Clinical I & PLBT 1401 Phlebotomy Clinical II 5 Credit Hour(s) each _____________________________________________________________________________________ This course includes supervised training at various clinical facilities to provide experience in skin puncture, venipuncture, patient care and specimen handling/distribution. Includes computer skills development. Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 & PLBT 1300 and admission to the phlebotomy program 51 | P a g e 51 | P a g e MLAB 2360 Laboratory Operations 3 Credit Hour(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________ This course examines aspects of laboratory operations to include quality assessment, troubleshooting, safety, laboratory mathematics, instrumentation and laboratory information systems. Phlebotomy training on mannequin arms will also be included. Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 and admission to the MLT program MLAB 2401 Clinical Chemistry 5 Credit Hour(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________ An overview of clinical chemistry theory, principles, procedures, and correlations. Tests for glucose, urea, creatinine, uric acid, proteins, bilirubin, enzymes and electrolytes are included. Colorimetric and photometric techniques used in examining normal and abnormal clinical specimens are introduced along with special procedures such as immunoassays and electrophoresis. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1010 or CHEM 1110, MLAB 2360 and admission to the MLT program. MLAB 2403 Clinical Microbiology 4 Credit Hour(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________ This course examines the study of microorganisms of medical importance as it relates to man and disease. The course includes discussions of proper collection, handling and examination of specimens, staining and culture techniques, identification methods, drug sensitivity testing, and quality control procedures. Prerequisite(s): MLAB 1301 and admission to the MLT program MLAB 2201 Clinical Immunology 2 Credit Hour(s) ___________________________________________________________________________________ Basic principles of the immune system structure and function in health and disease. Topic include principles of a natural and acquired immunity, hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, immunodeficiency, transplant and tumor immunology, immunological techniques and flow cytometry. 52 | P a g e 52 | P a g e MLAB 2301 Immunohematology/Blood Bank 4 Credit Hour(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________ The theory and practice of blood group antigens and antibodies, donor selection, and component therapy. Topics include: ABO grouping, Rh typing, cross matching, antibody screening and identification, quality control, donor screening, component preparation, hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn, autoimmune hemolytic anemias, and adverse effects of transfusion. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MLT program. MLAB 2230 Clinical Seminar 2 Credit Hour(s) _____________________________________________________________________________________ The student will be given the opportunity to develop a broader application of the clinical laboratory scientist's role as a health professional in a variety of learning experiences, including seminars, lectures, practices quizzes, and discussions in the seven knowledge areas (hematology, blood bank, clinical chemistry, microbiology, laboratory operations, immunology, and urinalysis/body fluids). It is also a seminar course designed to give students experience in researching and presenting case studies with emphasis on correlation of laboratory results. Included in this course are review and practice examinations as well as a comprehensive battery of examinations encompassing seven knowledge areas to prepare students for certification examinations Corequisite(s): MLAB 2510 & MLAB 2520 Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MLT Program. MLAB 2510 & MLAB 2520 Clinical Practicum I & II 5 Credit Hour(s) each _____________________________________________________________________________________ Includes laboratory performances by students during progressive rotations through the affiliated clinical laboratory sites in the departments of Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Immunohematology, Serology, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry and Phlebotomy. Prerequisite(s): admission to the MLT Program Corequisite: MLAB 2230 55 | P a g e 55 | P a g e EXIT EXAM   56 | P a g e 56 | P a g e VERIFICATION OF POLICIES MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN AND LABORATORY PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING I have read the Medical Laboratory Technician and Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician Student Handbook and: I understand if I make false statements on the application, medical statement or any other pre- admission document, I will be dismissed from the program. I have read and understand the requirements for admission into the Medical Laboratory Technician and Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician Programs. I understand that to be considered for admission into the Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician Program, I must have either degree or non-degree admission status at the College, have completed the following prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “C” during the calendar year preceding Phlebotomy Clinical Assignment: MLAB 1301 (Introducton to the Medical Laboratory) and PLBT 1300 (Phlebotomy Didactic), have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher and have submitted all required materials to the Admissions Office by the required deadline. I also understand the Phlebotomy Admissions Committee ranks applicants according to the following criteria: (college-level GPA x 2) + (required prerequisite course GPA x 2). I understand that the Medical Laboratory Technician program is a full-time, day-time program and that to be considered for admission, I must have degree admission status at the College, have completed the following prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “C” or higher: BIOL 1110, BIOL 1010 or BIOL 2010, ENGL 1010, MLAB 1301, CHEM 1010 or CHEM 1110 BIOL 1230, and MATH 1010 or higher., have an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher and have submitted all required materials to the Admissions Office by the required deadline. I also understand the Medical Laboratory Technician Admissions Committee ranks applicants according to the following criteria: (college-level GPA x 2) + (required prerequisite course GPA x 2) + interview. I understand in order to be eligible to participate in PLBT 1301 (Phlebotomy Clinical ) or MLAB 2510 (Clinical Practicum I), I must submit to a drug screen and have negative results for drugs/alcohol. I also must demonstrate freedom from communicable disease and demonstrate physical/emotional fitness as determined by a medical doctor and in accordance with the requirements described in the Medical Statement. I understand that students accepted for Phlebotomy Clinical must take a CPR course and must be available to train during the daytime hours and arrive as early as 5 a.m. I also understand that if I am dismissed from Phlebotomy Clinical or failure to attend, my rotation will not be 57 | P a g e 57 | P a g e rescheduled and I will not be able to graduate from the Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician program. I understand that Medical Laboratory Technician students accepted for Clinical Practicum I may be required to travel to sites as far as 150 miles away and may not be scheduled for a clinical assignment in the term immediately following completion of the second year MLT classes. I understand that priority will be given to students with the highest grade point averages (GPAs) in the MLT courses when insufficient numbers of training sites are available. I also understand that if I am dismissed from Clinical Practicum I for failure to attend, my rotation will not be rescheduled and I will not be able to graduate from the Medical Laboratory Technician program. I understand in order to be eligible to participate in PLBT 1301 (Phlebotomy Clinical) or MLAB 2510 (Clinical Practicum I), I must submit to a criminal background check and which must show no criminal offense. In some cases, a criminal background may result in my inability to complete the requirements of the program. Additionally, I understand a criminal background may preclude licensure or employment. I agree to follow all safety rules described in the laboratory safety checklist. I have been informed that biological specimens and blood products may possess the potential of transmitting disease such as hepatitis and HIV. I understand that even though diagnostic products are tested for HIV antibodies and hepatitis surface antigen, no known test can offer 100% assurance that products derived from human blood will not transmit disease. I understand that if a needlestick injury should occur, I will hold harmless the College, the clinical affiliate and any persons involved in training me. I also agree to complete an incident report and seek treatment following a needlestick injury. I understand that in the course of my training, I will be required to collect blood and allow others to collect blood from me. I grant permission for release of my criminal background check, drug screen, medical information and record of immunizations to the Program Coordinators and clinical affiliates. I have read and understand policies related to retention, readmission, conduct and discipline and policies related to clinical assignment and work ethic. I agree to abide by these policies. Any questions that I may have had about the policies in this handbook have been answered by program faculty to my satisfaction. ___________________________________________ _______________________ Signature Date ____________________________________________ Print Name