This practical phlebotomy and injection technique course provides healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills to safely perform venepuncture and administer injections in primary care, hospital, and community settings.
Delivered by experienced advanced practitioners, this course focuses on patient safety, clinical governance, infection control, and evidence-based best practice aligned with UK clinical standards.
Designed for clinicians who wish to develop confidence and competence in clinical procedures commonly performed in modern healthcare practice.
Date: 1 September 2026
Time: 13h00 – 16h00
Venue: London near Borough Station
Why Choose This Course?
✔ Practical hands-on training with expert clinicians
✔ Small group teaching and supervised skills practice
✔ Evidence-based techniques aligned to UK standards
✔ Focus on safety, complications, and clinical decision-making
✔ Suitable for primary care, urgent care, and community practice
✔ CPD certificate provided
Course Overview
This comprehensive course covers:
Phlebotomy (Venepuncture Skills)
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Principles of venepuncture and blood collection
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Anatomy of veins and site selection
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Equipment selection and preparation
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Infection prevention and aseptic technique
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Step-by-step venepuncture procedure
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Order of draw and specimen handling
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Managing difficult venous access
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Prevention of needlestick injury
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Recognising and managing complications:
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Haematoma
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Vasovagal syncope
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Failed attempts
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Patient anxiety
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Documentation and clinical governance
- Injection Technique
Principles of safe injection practice
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Medicines management and legal considerations
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Injection site anatomy
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Intramuscular (IM) injection technique
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Subcutaneous (SC) injection technique
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Intradermal (ID) injection technique
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Vaccine administration principles
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Preparation and reconstitution of medications
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Sharps safety and disposal
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Managing adverse reactions and anaphylaxis
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Patient communication and consent
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
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Nurses and student nurses
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Healthcare assistants and support workers
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Pharmacists and prescribing practitioners
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Allied healthcare professionals
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General practice and primary care staff
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Urgent care clinicians
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Community healthcare professionals
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Clinicians developing procedural skills
No prior phlebotomy experience required.
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