This course is accredited by the CPD Certification Service.

The aim of the course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills they require to undertake venepuncture in general practice.

The one day course consists of:

• A theory and practical skills.   This is then followed by a period of supervised practice with a nurse mentor.  A competency assessment package will be provided.

Please note the workshop takes place in person at the EQUIP training offices in Witham, Essex

All students must complete the full course of hepatitis B vaccination before commencing the course to meet the practical competency requirement.  Students will be asked to submit evidence before starting the course. 

Course content:

• Legal and professional issues
• The composition of blood
• Anatomy and physiology of blood circulation
• Common blood tests.
• Venepuncture technique including a practical session
• Health and safety
• Infection control
• Complications of venepuncture and how to prevent them