Phlebotomy Training

Phlebotomy and IV Access for the Dentist and Dental Auxiliary

The GDA is proud to offer this one-day course for you and your dental teams. It is one of only three Phlebotomy/Venipuncture Courses for Dental Assistants and/or licensed Dental Hygienists approved by the Georgia Board of Dentistry.

The purpose of this course is to educate licensed dentists, licensed dental hygienists, and dental assistants practicing in Georgia so that they may be qualified to perform phlebotomy and venipuncture procedures on patients pursuant to the requirements established by O.C.G.A. § 43-11-23, and Georgia Board of Dentistry Rule 150-9-.01. This 8-hour course will provide introductory education and skills for phlebotomy and venipuncture for the student. Additionally, the student attendee will learn about platelet rich factor, infection control, biomedical waste and dental emergencies. Upon return to the practice setting and coupled with continued guidance of an authorizing dentist, attendees shall be able to develop skills to a high level of proficiency and efficiency. 

A combination of interactive lecture and hands-on practical activities, it will be restricted to 24 participants supported by one instructor and three clinical assistants. 

This course is instructed by Dr. Lee Whitesides.  A GDA member and CE instructor, Dr Whitesides also created the course. Click here to learn more about Dr. Whitesides.

Join the 2025 Waitlist

We encourage you to join the waitlist for 2025 classes. The waitlist will have early access to enrollment. 

The class will cover:

  • Phlebotomy (Requirements, anatomy, technique, preparation, complications, etc.)  
  • Infection control for the patient and phlebotomist
  • Medical and dental emergencies
  • IV access
  • Autologous Blood Concentrates
  • Practical hands-on (Proper armamentarium, proper technique with a “butterfly” and IV access, practice on each other and artificial manikins, blood centrifuge machine operation, preparing PRF preparation, medical waste disposal)

Click here for additional learning objectives and topics.

Who can attend: 

Dentists, Dental Assistants and licensed Dental Hygienists

 

Date: 

Three dates are planned for 2025. Please check back soon for details. Please put your name on the waitlist if interested. You will receive first access to enrollment when available. 

Join the 2025 Waitlist

Time: 

8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Six hours lecture and two hours hands-on practical)

Location:

2024 courses were held in the Fifth-Floor meeting room at the Georgia Dental Association office at 1850 Parkway Place, Marietta, GA 30067. We plan to continue with this location in 2025 but may offer an additional location if possible. 

Important Travel Note: If you need overnight accommodations, there are many options in different price ranges in the Battery, Cumberland and Delk Road areas. We suggest utilizing Google or Trip Advisor for hotel reviews.

Cost:

GDA Members
  • $995 for the first registrant from your office 
  • $595.00 for each additional registrant from your office 

Non-members

  • $1,295 for the first registrant from your office 
  • $895.00 for each additional registrant from your office 
Light breakfast snacks and lunch will be provided. 

 

Important Requirements and Details

Participant Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent 
  • One (1) year chairside experience OR be a graduate of a board-approved dental assisting program
  • Employed by a dentist, dental practice or dental service organization 
  • Proof of CPR certification
  • Willing to practice phlebotomy on others and allow others to practice on them during the hands-on, practical portion of the course (Click here for additional details on this requirement.)

Important Note:  In accordance with Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidance, the GDA recommends all participants have the Hepatitis B vaccine.

Cancellation Policy:
  • Cancellations on date TBD – 100% refund
  • Cancellations received after date TBD – 50% refund
  • Cancellations received after date TBD – No refund
  • Contact the GDA CE team for substitutions. No substitutions are accepted after date TBD at 5:00 p.m.

To complete this course a participant must:
  • Attend the entire course
  • Pass a 25-question post-course exam at 80% or above within one (1) week of course conclusion
  • After the in-person course, complete and document 20 successful sticks (butterfly or IV catheter) that are acknowledged and recorded by a preceptor who is certified either by this course or one similar or holds permits in sedation. Once 20 successful sticks are completed and documented, documentation must be sent to the GDA for issuance of a certificate. This must occur within one (1) year of attending the course

Participants should dress in scrubs and must bring:
  • Protective eyewear
  • Mask
  • Box of disposable gloves 
What you will receive:
• Supporting handouts to reference during and after the class

Suggested pre and post class reading:

• Autologous Blood Concentrates, 2nd Edition by Arun K. Garg, DMD

Questions? Contact the Continuing Education team at education@gadental.org or 404-636-7553.