Phlebotomy Student Requirements

The following information is provided to help students prepare for Phlebotomy program requirements and expenses.  It is important that students wait to receive instructions and forms at the first class meeting before proceeding with these requirements.  

Background Check and Drug Screen Policy (all programs)

Healthcare Provider CPR certification (all programs)

Uniform/Dress Code: Students typically purchase scrubs, lab coat, and shoes. Phlebotomy students may not wear artificial nails or visible body piercing other than a limited number of earrings.

Skills Kit: Purchased from the Cuesta College cashier’s office when registering for MAST 109/109L.  Students must provide the instructor with the receipt of purchase at the first class meeting to confirm. Skills kit supplies are provided during class as each skill is being learned. Once the course begins, the cost of the skills kit is nonrefundable. 

Cuesta College Student ID badge: the instructor will provide details to students on how to obtain a student ID badges at the Public Safety office.