1. Search the U. S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration to view a sample copy of an Exposure Control Plan. Review the exposure control plan and be prepared to discuss in class.

http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/hospital/hazards/tb/sampleexposurecontrolplan.html

2. Visit the Web links of the agencies responsible for phlebotomy certification. Review the requirements for certification and continuing education, and determine the agency to pursue certification with based upon your qualifications and educational program.

American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) [www.ascp.org]

American Certification Agency (ACA) [www.acacert.com/]

National Credentialing Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel (NCA) [www.nca-info.org/]

American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT) [www.aspt.org]

National Health career Association (NHA) [www.nhanow.com]

National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) [www.ncctinc.com]

American Medical Technologists (AMT) [www.amt1.com]