IV Therapy for Certification

The IV therapy training course hosted by Lamar State College Orange is designed for registered nurses (RN), licensed vocational nurses (LVN), nursing students and other licensed practitioners who are or will be involved in inserting, caring for, and maintaining intravenous infusion. This IV Therapy Course requires a minimum of 26 hours of didactic coursework (Online/Blackboard) and a minimum of 4 hours of hands-on training (on campus) for a total of 30 hours. Course includes 4 days online and 4 hours in person on the final day.

This course will show participants the process of setting up the necessary equipment and the establishment of an intravenous line using manikins.

Basic theory and techniques of venipuncture, intravenous infusions, and specimen collection. Emphasis on fluids, electrolytes, blood, blood products, hyperalimentation, venous system physiology, lipids, and local and systemic complications. 

End of Course Outcomes: Discuss techniques and related theory regarding therapies applied to the circulatory system and blood, and demonstrate and perform techniques of venipuncture and parenteral infusion.

Fee: $175.00   

Full payment is required at least 3 business days before the class date. No refunds are given once the class begins.

Next Course:

  • 12/02/24 - 12/06/24 (Face-to-face class: 12/6)
  • 03/10/25 - 03/14/25 (Face-to-face class: 3/14)
  • 06/16/25 - 06/20/25 (Face-to-face class: 6/20)

Hybrid - Four days of online work followed by one face-to-face skills/hands-on session - Fridays 1:00 - 4:00 pm

IV Therapy Certification