Qualification Code

603/7145/6

Qualification Level

L3

Credits

37

Minimum Age

18

Review Date

30/07/2025

Total Qualification Time

370 Hours

Guided Learning Hours

279 Hours

Deliver this Qualification

Qualification Information

The NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Phlebotomy adds specialist skills to the NOCN Level 3 Certificate in Phlebotomy and it supports progression to further learning within the health sector. The NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Phlebotomy is a 37 credit qualification. Learners must achieve 31 credits from the mandatory units and a minimum of 6 credits from the optional units.

Units

Applying PhlebotomySkills and Techniques (K/618/0488)

L3

6 Credits

Caring for Patients During the Phlebotomy Procedure (R/618/0484)

L3

4 Credits

Causes and Spread of Infection (K/616/2587)

L2

2 Credits

Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management (A/616/3078)

L2

2 Credits

Obtain and Test Capillary Blood Samples (H/616/3107)

L3

4 Credits

Obtaining Blood From Hands and Feet (F/618/6362)

L3

3 Credits

Paediatric Phlebotomy (H/618/0487)

L3

2 Credits

Phlebotomy Skills: Cannulation (Y/508/3972)

L3

1 Credits

Reflective Practice (H/508/4106)

L2

1 Credits

Science and Anatomy (D/618/0486)

L3

2 Credits

Select and Wear Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment for Work in Healthcare Settings (M/616/2655)

L2

2 Credits

Support Individuals who are Distressed (D/616/3025)

L2

3 Credits

The Principles of Infection Prevention and Control (L/616/2663)

L2

3 Credits

Understanding Laboratory Techniques and Blood Analysis (L/618/0483)

L3

2 Credits

Understanding Phlebotomy Skills and Techniques (R/618/6267)

L3

3 Credits

Understanding Record Keeping for the Care Worker (D/505/4683)

L2

3 Credits

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