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Accredited by
The CPD Certification Service
Practical Training Session
By Experienced Phlebotomists
Recognised Certification
by Healthcare Sector
1 Day Face to Face Training
with Dry Lab Experience
Suitable for
Non Medics & Medics Background
Course Highlights
- You will be given ample opportunity to practise on the Manikin
- Face-to-Face Practical Training
- National Occupational Standard for Obtaining Venous Blood Sample
- Demonstrate appropriate infection control principles when performing training
- 3 Hours of Remote Theoretical Learning
- 7 Hours of Face-to-Face Training Sessions at Manchester Centre
- Once confident in taking blood from the manikin, you will have the opportunity to take blood from a fellow participant with consent.
- Accredited by the CPD Certification
- Designed by expert healthcare professionals.
Phlebotomy Training Course in Manchester
Our one-day CPD-accredited Phlebotomy Training course takes place at Salford Quays, Manchester. £198 covers 3.5 hours of online theory and a full practical day, including live venepuncture on consenting learners and mannequins. Participants receive same-day certification after a simple assessment.
The certificate is issued by The CPD Certification Service, has lifetime validity, and can be verified online. It is recognised as evidence of phlebotomy competency for healthcare roles across Manchester, Greater Manchester and the UK.
This course is suitable for all experience levels—from newcomers with no clinical background to overseas medical graduates seeking a UK-recognised credential
Why Choose Lead Academy’s Manchester Phlebotomy Course
Our course equips participants with essential phlebotomy skills, verified competencies, and practical experience required for healthcare roles in Greater Manchester.
Taught by GMC-Registered Doctors
All sessions are led by GMC-registered doctors with extensive clinical experience across Manchester and Greater Manchester. Trainers provide step-by-step demonstrations, supervise practical exercises, and ensure correct venepuncture technique is learned safely.
Live Blood Draw
Participants perform supervised venepuncture on consenting learners, applying the correct order of draw, vein selection, and tourniquet technique. This hands-on experience helps learners manage real-life patient scenarios, including difficult veins and anxiety management.
CPD-Accredited Certificate
Learners receive a CPD-accredited certificate with lifetime validity, which can be verified online. The certificate is valued by healthcare employers across Manchester, Greater Manchester and the UK and provides proof of competency for entry-level healthcare roles.
Same-Day Certification
Once you complete the practical day and pass assessments, your certification is issued immediately. This allows learners to demonstrate competency to prospective employers or integrate it into professional portfolios without delay.
Free On-Site Parking
Salford Watersports Centre offers free on-site parking, with an accessible private car park at the rear. A backup free car park is available nearby if the main lot is full, ensuring all participants can attend easily without transportation issues.
Aligned with CHS132
The curriculum follows the National Occupational Standards (CHS132) for venous blood sampling, covering anatomy, equipment use, infection control, patient consent, sample labelling, and post-procedure care. This ensures training meets professional competency requirements and is directly applicable to healthcare roles in Greater Manchester.
Develop both theoretical knowledge and practical competency in phlebotomy.
Module 1 — Theory (3.5 hours, online):
- Anatomy & physiology of veins
- Equipment & tube colour coding
- Order of draw
- Infection control & patient safety
- Patient identification & consent
- Sample labelling, transport, chain of custody
- Health & safety and sharps disposal
- Legal & ethical responsibilities
Module 2 — Practical (7 hours, in-person at Salford Quays):
- Vein selection & tourniquet application
- Venepuncture technique
- Manikin & silicone-arm practice
- Supervised live blood draw on consenting learners
- Managing patient anxiety & difficult veins
- Post-procedure care
- Practical + written assessment
| Time | Activity |
| Pre-course | 3.5 hours of online theory – complete from home before your in-person day |
| 09:30 – 10:00 | Welcome, registration and introductions |
| 10:00 – 12:00 | Theory recap, equipment walk-through and tutor demonstration |
| 12:00 – 12:30 | written assessment |
| 12:30 – 13:00 | Lunch break (refreshments provided) |
| 13:00 – 14:30 | Manikin and silicone-arm practice |
| 14:30 – 16:30 | Live blood draw on consented participants – supervised practice |
| 16:00 – 17:00 | Certificate issued |
Two assessments take place at the end of the day.
- MCQ: A short written test to check your knowledge of the theory — anatomy, equipment, order of draw and safe practice.
- Practical: Your trainer observes your attempt in depth and marks you on each step, from preparation through to aftercare.
93% of Manchester learners pass both at the first attempt, with same-day certification.
Open to learners 18 years old plus, with English language proficiency; no academic qualifications required.
Ideal For:
- Absolute beginners starting a career in healthcare
- Career-changers entering healthcare roles
- Healthcare assistants and allied health staff
- Nurses, midwives, and paramedics needing formal certification
Also suitable for
- Professionals applying for NHS Band 2 or Band 3 phlebotomy roles
- Clinicians trained abroad needing UK accreditation
- Medical, pharmacy, or allied health students seeking hands-on experience
- Care home staff and senior support workers
- Individuals aiming for roles in private clinics, occupational health, or aesthetics
Address:
Our Manchester training venue is in Salford Watersports Centre 15 The Quays, Salford, M50 3SQ, Manchester
Getting there
- By Tram: Take the Metrolink and alight near the Lowry Outlet Mall.
Follow signs to The Quays, Salford Watersports Centre. - By Bus: Routes serving the Lowry Outlet Mall offer the most direct access.
- By Car: From the M60, take Junction 12 onto the M602.
Exit at Junction 3, then follow signs for The Quays. - Parking: Free on-site parking at the rear of the building (buzzer entry).
A backup free car park is available nearby if the main lot is full.

CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.
- One-off: £198 (was £350)
- Instalments: 4 × £49.5, Interest-free
Both Includes:
- 3.5 hours online theory with lifetime access
- Full practical day
- All consumables
- Printed manual
- Assessments
- Same-day CPD certificate
- Refreshments on the training day
- 14-day money-back guarantee