National Center for Competency Testing - Professional Testing and Certifications

Upcoming Webinar - July 23, 2009

Preanalytical Variables Associated with Specimen Collection

This webinar, presented by Sheryl Whitlock, MA, MT(ASCP)BB, will include a comprehensive analysis of preanalytical variables associated with specimen collection for laboratory testing. Preanalytical variables that exist prior to phlebotomist or laboratory involvement will be outlined with a minor focus on the healthcare team and providing an environment to minimize these errors. The primary discussion will focus on the collection of blood samples. Variables that are in direct control of the phlebotomist and laboratory will be examined in detail. Categorization of possible variables, systematic checks and steps to avoid common "pitfalls" will be presented for the audience. A discussion of training and competency assessment will also be included. A focus on creating an open forum within healthcare and communication across departments will be emphasized with application to patient safety goals.

Click here to register for this upcoming webinar.

Reminder: 2009 Insurance Codes are in use beginning July 1st!

New CE Courses Released

Four CE courses are now available! The courses are part of a series on employment law and workplace issues.

Introduction to Employment Law
Fair Labor Standards Act
Family Medical Leave Act
Workplace Violence

New CPI Review Books Available

The second editions of our Certified Postsecondary Instructor Review Books are now available for purchase through the NCCT Professional Store. Filled with valuable information, our books will provide a comprehensive review for your CPI certification exam. These newly revised editions include updated information on the CPI exam, plus select articles from the ERIC Digest - the world’s largest digital library of educational literature.

Click here to purchase our CPI Review Package - The CPI Review Package includes both CPI Review Book 1 and CPI Review Book 2 for just $44.95.

Arterial Blood Gas Video Released

The Center for Phlebotomy Education has just released "Arterial Blood Gas Collection," the fifth DVD in the Applied Phlebotomy training series.

The video satisfies the California DHS requirement for phlebotomy training programs and conforms to the Section 508 standard of the federal Rehabilitation Act. The video was written, directed, and edited by Dennis J. Ernst MT(ASCP), Director of the Center for Phlebotomy Education and member of the NCCT/MMCI Board of Testing.

For a preview, click here: http://www.phlebotomy.com/ABGC_Video.html

CE Updates

NCCT may accept your outside CE courses/college courses for recertification credit. If you want NCCT to consider outside coursework, complete the Application for Outside CE Approval form (found in the Forms/Document tab on the NCCT webpage), attach all applicable documentation and send it to NCCT with your recertification application and recertification payment. You will be notified if the coursework is acceptable. If the outside CE course CH does not equal 14 CH, you will need to make up the difference with NCCT CE courses.

Attention Phlebotomists!

Do you need P.A.C.E.®-approved CE courses to meet your state certification (license) requirements? Click here!

Attention California Phlebotomists!

Questions about obtaining or renewing your CA state certification? Go to the LFS website or call 510-620-3800 for assistance.

Need a job?

Anyone with a current NCCT or MMCI certification can use the My Professional Center (MPC) website to find employment, build a resume, network both personally and professionally, and more. Click here to check it out. Did we mention it's also FREE?

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