Smartminds Training College
Head Office: 62 High Street, Aveley, RM15 4BX
Mon – Thurs: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Fri: Online Live Training Sessions | Sat – Sun: Closed
Smartminds Training College
Head Office: 62 High Street, Aveley, RM15 4BX
Mon – Thurs: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM | Fri: Online Live Training Sessions | Sat – Sun: Closed
Comprehensive 2-stage phlebotomy course: theory and mannequin practicals, followed by NHS live bloods clinic session.
Taught by NHS-trained experienced tutors. Stage 1 covers comprehensive theory and mannequin practicals (latest human-like arm simulators). Stage 2 takes place in an NHS facility under 1-to-1 supervision, measured against Skills for Health National Occupational Standard CHS132, leading to Dual Certification (CPD Accredited + Certificate of Competence).
You will build a professional portfolio using real workplace evidence gathered during your employment or voluntary care placement, including care plan reviews, risk assessments, and reflective accounts.
Workplace observations can be conducted remotely via recorded video session or in-person with a registered Expert Witness (such as your registered manager or clinical lead).
To achieve your accredited CPD & Competency qualification, you will complete the structured units below. Each unit is delivered through live evening lectures, tutor-guided learning materials, and portfolio evidence submissions.
Unsure if your prior work experience meets these criteria? Our admissions team can evaluate equivalent qualifications on your free advice call.
Our advisers can review your past qualifications, confirm entry criteria, and guide you through funding eligibility.
Stage 2 takes place in our approved practical training centres in Milton Keynes, London, Essex/East London, Southampton, or Portsmouth, followed by supervised NHS clinic sessions.
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