The Most Complete Phlebotomy Video Library Available Online

NPCT’s phlebotomy video library includes 12 professionally produced, high-definition training modules covering every essential venipuncture procedure from patient preparation and site cleaning to order of draw and complication management. Each video aligns with national phlebotomy certification standards and is optimized for institutional learning through secure, remote streaming access.

Yes. All NPCT subscription plans renew automatically on an annual basis to ensure uninterrupted access and compliance tracking. Institutions can upgrade to a higher-tier plan at any time during their subscription term your new features and additional user capacity will activate immediately, and billing will be prorated accordingly.

1. Tying the Tourniquet

Learn the correct technique for applying and releasing a tourniquet to ensure proper venous distention without causing patient discomfort or compromising specimen quality.

2. Finding and Marking the Veins

Understand vein anatomy and master the process of locating, assessing, and marking suitable venipuncture sites for accurate and efficient blood draws.

3. Cleaning the Venipuncture Site

Follow step-by-step aseptic techniques for preparing the puncture area to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety during blood collection.

4. Safely Recapping Needles

Review OSHA-compliant methods for needle recapping and disposal to reduce the risk of accidental needle-stick injuries and maintain workplace safety.

5. Straight Needle Overview

Gain a detailed overview of straight needle components, proper handling, and the mechanics of venipuncture using the vacutainer system.

6. Performing a Butterfly Needle Procedure

Learn the correct setup, insertion, and handling of butterfly needles for difficult draws or fragile veins, ensuring comfort and accuracy.

7. Removing Gloves

Discover the correct technique for removing gloves to prevent cross-contamination and maintain infection control standards.

8. Performing the Phlebotomy Procedure

Watch a complete start-to-finish demonstration of the venipuncture process, including patient identification, needle insertion, tube filling, and site care.

9. Avoid Injuring the Patient

Identify common errors and risk factors during venipuncture, and learn how to minimize discomfort, bruising, and other potential complications.

10. Fixing a Failed Venipuncture

Understand how to safely respond to unsuccessful attempts, reposition the needle, and maintain professionalism and patient confidence.

11. Order of Draw

Master the correct sequence of blood collection tubes to prevent cross-contamination and ensure accurate laboratory results.

12. Signs of the Patient Passing Out

Recognize early warning signs of patient syncope and learn appropriate response techniques to maintain safety during and after the procedure.

We understand that class sizes and staffing needs can vary throughout the year — and NPCT’s subscription model is designed to grow with you. If your audience expands beyond your current plan’s user limit, you can upgrade instantly to the next tier with no interruption to your training access. Your new plan activates immediately, and billing is simply prorated for the remainder of your term.

Many of our partner schools and clinics start with the Basic plan and upgrade to Standard or Enterprise as enrollment increases — ensuring they always have enough user capacity without overpaying when class sizes are smaller.