IV Therapy

About The Course

The IV Therapy course is designed for RNs, LVNs, Paramedics, and other advanced level licensed healthcare professionals who are interested in learning or refreshing their IV therapy skills. 

Overview and Requirements

All eligible candidates must have IV therapy within their medical scope of practice. Register as a Continuing Education Student first, and then complete the Application to enroll in IV Therapy! 

• This course will provide basic theory and techniques of venipuncture, intravenous (IV) infusions, and blood drawing from IV lines.  Additionally, basic information regarding venous system physiology, fluid, electrolytes, blood, blood products, total parenteral nutrition, lipids, and complications of IV therapy will be covered.
• Students will complete a 16-hour hybrid course that includes 8 hours of online learning material, 8 hours of instructor lead hands-on training in a clinical lab, and a skills checkoff examination.  Lab supplies are included in the cost of tuition. ALL online course assignments must be entirely complete prior to the clinical lab day.
• A Pre-Admissions application, an active RN, LVN, Paramedic, or other advanced level healthcare license, a signed skills performance waiver, and an active BLS card is required for admission. 
• A certificate of completion is awarded upon successful completion of the entire course.  This is not an IV Certification Program.  
• This course is subject to meeting a minimum enrollment of 10 students.

Course Number
IV Therapy - RNSG 1003

Tuition
$254 (plus small liability fee)

Textbook
No textbook is required for this course.