Confidence boostCertified
Nervous going in, confident coming out. By the afternoon I was doing the full technique on the practice arms with confidence!
Sarah WhitfieldHealthcare assistant · Part 01 · Manchester group12 September 2026
Next date: Saturday 21 November 2026 · limited places in Manchester
Phlebotomy Training in Manchester - NHS Aligned | Part 01
Start your healthcare career with CPD-accredited phlebotomy training in Manchester. Learn safe venepuncture through ~3.5 hrs online theory + same-day practical training (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM), aligned with National Occupational Standard CHS132, and leave with your certificate the same day.
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Phlebotomy Training in Manchester at a Glance
The key facts about Part 01 phlebotomy training in Manchester.
Accepted by the NHSRecognised across the UK healthcare industry
Aligned with National Occupational Standards (CHS132)Obtaining venous blood samples
Trained by GMC-Registered TutorsLearn from practising clinicians
CPD-accredited certificate11 learning hours, verifiable online
Instant certification upon completionIssued the same day you pass both assessments
Small groups of up to 20 learnersMore hands-on time and one-to-one guidance
| Online theory | ~3.5 hours, self-paced, before your practical day |
| Practical training | Same-day session in Manchester · 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM · weekday and weekend classes |
| Next date | Saturday 21 November 2026 · 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Venue | Full venue details are sent with your joining instructions |
| Certificate | CPD-accredited by CPD Professional Standards Institute, issued the same day |
| Entry requirements | 18+, no experience needed |
| Price | £199 inc. VAT (usually |
Royal Open College’s Phlebotomy Training in Manchester (Part 01) is the quickest way to add a sought-after clinical skill to your CV. You complete ~3.5 hrs of online theory at your own pace, then attend same-day practical training at our Manchester venue, from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The full course costs £199 including VAT (usually £349), with three interest-free instalments available.
Your practical day is led by a qualified clinical trainer who demonstrates every step of venepuncture before you try it yourself. You practise on simulation arms with real clinical equipment, from vein selection and the order of draw to aftercare, following National Occupational Standard CHS132. Pass the written and practical assessments and you leave with a CPD-accredited certificate, accepted by the NHS and verifiable online.
Your practical day takes place at PLAB Guide Training Centre on Moseley Road, Levenshulme, which is convenient for learners travelling from Levenshulme, Longsight, Burnage, Didsbury, Stockport and the surrounding areas, with free on-road parking nearby.
No previous healthcare experience is needed. This phlebotomy course suits school leavers, career changers, healthcare assistants and clinicians from across Greater Manchester, including Stockport, Salford and Trafford. Each group is limited to 20 learners, so you get genuine hands-on time. When you are ready for full competency, progress to Advanced Phlebotomy Training (Part 02). Places fill quickly, so book your Manchester date today.
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Phlebotomy Course Information
Two parts: theory online at your own pace, then one practical day at our Levenshulme venue in Manchester.
Step 1 · Online
Theory module
- ~3.5 hours, self-paced
- Complete it from home before your practical day
- Short knowledge checks along the way
Step 2 · Face-to-face
Practical day
- 7.5 hours, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Trainer demonstration, then hands-on practice
- Written and practical assessments on the day
Build the knowledge online, then turn it into confident technique in Manchester.
Module 1 · ~3.5 hours · Online
Theory
- Vein anatomy and the circulatory system
- Vacutainers, butterfly needles and tourniquets
- Order of draw and tube colour coding
- Infection prevention and hand hygiene
- Patient ID, communication and consent
- Labelling, transport and chain of custody
- Sharps safety and needlestick procedure
- Legal and ethical duties
Module 2 · 7.5 hours · In person
Practical
- Choosing the right vein: median cubital, cephalic and basilic
- Tourniquet use and venepuncture technique
- Simulation-arm practice with real equipment
- Repeated dry-lab practice with trainer feedback
- Calming anxious patients and tricky veins
- Aftercare and complications
- Written and practical assessments
Thirteen short online modules, from the basics to a safe venepuncture.
- Introduction to phlebotomy
- Phlebotomy as a career
- Law, consent and professional duties
- Fundamentals of phlebotomy
- Blood physiology
- The vascular system
- Choosing a vein
- Environment and equipment
- Preparing for venepuncture
- Performing the procedure
- Infection prevention and control
- Sample handling
- Health and safety
GMC-registered trainer
Learn from a GMC-Registered Doctor
Your practical day is led by a medical doctor registered with the General Medical Council, with more than five years’ experience in NHS clinical practice. Every demonstration, supervised attempt and assessment on the day is carried out under their direct guidance.
GMC-registered doctor
5+ years’ NHS experience
Professional registration
Medical doctor registered with the General Medical Council (GMC)
Clinical experience
More than five years’ experience in NHS clinical practice
One practical day, designed around four learning styles.
- Theoristunderstand the why
- Pragmatistsee it done properly
- Activistlearn by doing
- Reflectorobserve, practise, review
MorningTheory, demonstration & assessment
- 1
Welcome & introduction
Aims for the day.
- 2
History, legislation & your role
The law and your responsibilities as a phlebotomist.
- 3
Your course map
Clear chapters so you always know what’s next.
- 4
Theory presentation Theorist
Equipment and safety checks before every draw.
- 5
Demonstration of technique Pragmatist
The full procedure, step by step.
- 6
MCQ assessment 30 min
A short check of your theory knowledge.
Lunch break
AfternoonHands-on dry-lab practice
- 7
Workshop & hands-on experience Activist
Handle the equipment and practise each step.
- 8
Group task
Practise the technique in small groups.
- 9
Supervised practice & review Reflector
Repeat the full procedure while your trainer observes and corrects.
- 10
Career progression session Final hour · 4–5 PM
The last hour of the day is a structured discussion with your trainer on where phlebotomy can take you: NHS and private-sector roles, how to present your new skill to employers, and progression to Part 02 Advanced training.
- 11
Questions & answers
Ask anything you like.
- 12
Feedback
Personal feedback on your technique.
- 13
Share your experience
Tell others about your day with a quick review.
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM. All practice takes place on simulation arms in a dry-lab setting. The final hour is reserved for career progression guidance.
Aged 18+ with a working level of English. No qualifications or experience needed.
Continue to Advanced Phlebotomy Training (Part 02) for three days of supervised practice and a competency assessment.
Photo ID and closed-toe shoes. All equipment is provided.
Training takes place at (venue details). The venue is convenient for learners travelling from Levenshulme, Longsight, Burnage, Didsbury, Stockport and the surrounding areas. Free Wi-Fi is available, there is free on-road parking nearby, and tea and coffee are provided. Full travel details come with your joining instructions.
Two short assessments on the day, designed to confirm you’re ready, not to trip you up.
Assessment 1
Written MCQ
- Short multiple-choice paper before lunch
- Anatomy, equipment, infection control and safety
Assessment 2
Practical observation
- Your trainer watches and marks a full venepuncture on a simulation arm
- From consent and preparation to aftercare
Pass both and your certificate is issued the same day. If not, you’ll get feedback and can be reassessed.
Clear proof for employers that you’ve completed quality-assured training.
Phlebotomy Training Part 01: Certificate of Completion
Accredited by CPD Professional Standards Institute · 11 learning hours · issued the same day · verifiable online.
It does not replace employer competency sign-off or professional registration.
Accepted by the NHS and recognised across UK healthcare.
Use it to apply for roles in
- NHS Trusts across the UK, including Band 2 trainee roles
- Private hospitals and clinics
- Occupational health services
- Mobile and home-visit blood services
What Our Learners Say
Real feedback from learners who’ve completed their phlebotomy training with Royal Open College.
Well structuredCertified
A sensible first step into healthcare. The online theory meant I arrived prepared, the MCQ was fair, and the afternoon was all practice with the trainer right beside us. Left with my certificate the same day.
Tom HardingCareer changer · Part 01 · London group15 August 2026
Brilliant trainerCertified
Really good day overall and the trainer was brilliant at explaining things. The only reason it’s not five stars is that the morning ran a little over, so lunch felt rushed. The hands-on part in the afternoon more than made up for it.
Emma ClarkePharmacy technician · Part 01 · Manchester group11 July 2026
Friendly groupCertified
Brilliant course, a really friendly group and a trainer who clearly knows their stuff. Would recommend to anyone starting out.
Lucy BarnesStudent nurse · Part 01 · London group13 June 2026
Supportive paceCertified
Good, practical day. I’d have liked a bit more time on the practice arms, but the trainer made sure everyone felt ready before the assessment, which I appreciated.
Oliver GrantCare worker · Part 01 · London group16 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
£199 including VAT (usually £349), or 3 interest-free instalments. Theory, practical training, equipment, assessments and your certificate are all included.
~3.5 hrs online theory + same-day practical training (9:30 AM – 5:00 PM). Most learners finish within a week of booking.
You need to be 18+ with a working level of English. No qualifications or healthcare experience required.
It’s easier than most people expect. Nerves are normal, and the day builds your confidence step by step, from theory to hands-on practice.
Yes, you can apply for trainee phlebotomist roles, including NHS Band 2 posts. Your certificate is CPD accredited and accepted by the NHS, and most employers complete their own supervised sign-off before independent practice.
Part 01 is one day of theory and dry-lab practice. Part 02, Advanced Phlebotomy Training, adds three days of supervised practice and a competency assessment.
You’ll get feedback from your trainer and can be reassessed.
Yes. Cancel within 14 days for a full refund if your practical day hasn’t taken place, or transfer free of charge, subject to availability. Contact info@royalopencollege.org or call/WhatsApp +44 7562 572774. See our terms and conditions.
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