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Live Patient Bleed
Sessions — East London

Already trained? Add supervised live patient venepuncture sessions at our NHS GP practice to build speed, confidence and a stronger CV. Previous phlebotomy certification required.

Full day per session NHS GP Practice, East London Certification required
Pricing
Per day£250
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Duration: Full day per session • East London • Previous certification required

Qualified Trainer
Train the Trainer
CPD Accredited
Nationally recognised
NHS GP Practice
East London
5.0 Google Rating
★★★★★
Funding Available
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Session overview

What are Live Patient Bleed sessions?

Live Patient Bleed sessions are for practitioners who already hold a phlebotomy qualification but want more hands-on experience with real patients. Whether you trained elsewhere and feel you need more practice, are returning to phlebotomy after a break, or simply want to build your confidence and speed before applying for NHS roles — these sessions give you exactly that.

Each session takes place at our active NHS GP practice in East London. You will perform venepuncture on real patients under the direct supervision of your trainer. You will practise with both 21G standard needles and butterfly needles.

What’s included

Everything in the course

Procedures & equipment recap
Quick refresher at the start of each session
Live demonstration by trainer
your trainer demonstrates technique before you begin
Full supervised session on real patients
Perform venepuncture throughout the day
21G needle practice
Standard phlebotomy needle technique
Butterfly needle practice
For difficult veins — highly valued by NHS employers
Feedback after each draw
Technique corrections and confidence building
Course structure

How a session day runs

Morning — Briefing & recap
Equipment check and technique refresh
Quick equipment overview, review of your previous training, and the trainer's demonstration of technique on the mannequin arm.
Full day — Live patient sessions
Supervised venepuncture throughout the day
Work alongside your trainer as real patients come through the GP practice. You perform the draw on every suitable patient with direct supervision and feedback.
End of day — Debrief
Progress review and next steps
Discussion of what went well, areas to develop, and whether additional sessions would be beneficial.
Is this course right for you?

Who Live Patient Bleed sessions are for

Qualified phlebotomists who want more hands-on NHS patient experience
Practitioners returning after a career break or maternity leave
Those who trained elsewhere and feel they need more live practice
Anyone wanting to build speed and confidence before NHS interviews
What our students say

Reviews from graduates

★★★★★

“I qualified elsewhere but felt I needed more real patient experience before applying for NHS jobs. After two sessions with your trainer my confidence was completely transformed. I got a job offer within a month.”

Fatima Al-Hassan
Live Patient Bleeds graduate
★★★★★

“The butterfly needle practice was invaluable — it is rarely covered in standard courses but NHS employers love to see it. your trainer is an exceptional supervisor.”

James Okonkwo
Live Patient Bleeds graduate
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