LA Fire Card proudly offers the #1 rated IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal (IVBW) class in Southern California, officially certified by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT).

Open to All: Anyone over the age of 18 can enroll in this course — you do not need to be an RN or LVN to attend. All students who complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion for 36 Contact Hours (CEUs) approved by the California BRN. Licensed RNs and LVNs will gain the legal authorization to insert IVs and draw blood in accordance with California regulations upon course completion.
 

This comprehensive 36-hour course is designed for healthcare professionals looking to enhance their skills in intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal procedures. The program combines online learning, in-person instruction, and a certification test to ensure a thorough understanding and hands-on experience.

Day 1 - Online training and exam
Day 2 - In-person training (IV Placement and Blood Withdrawal on mannequin and classmate)
Day 3 - In-person exam (IV Placement and Blood Withdrawal on classmate)

Course Format:

Foundational knowledge of IV therapy, blood withdrawal techniques, safety protocols, and legal considerations. Online exam.

Hands-on training in IV insertion, blood draw techniques, and troubleshooting common complications using state-of-the-art equipment.

Practice with the Best: LA Fire Card uses brand-new, hyperrealistic, state-of-the-art mannequins with blood simulation to enhance your learning experience.

Testing In-Person: Practical skills assessment to ensure competency.

Instructor:
The course is taught by a highly qualified Registered ICU Nurse (RN) and Licensed Certified Phlebotomist (CPT I) with extensive experience in clinical and educational settings.

Key Features:

• Hyperrealistic IV Arm Practice Kits for each student to practice their technique
• Meets state and national certification standards.
• Interactive training using advanced simulation tools.
• Personalized guidance from expert instructors.
• Participants will leave the course with the confidence needed to perform IV therapy and blood withdrawal safely and effectively.​ 
• Students will receive a Certificate of Completion valid for 36 CEUs.

LVNs will receive a Certificate of Completion, 36 CEUs and a license from the BVNPT.

RNs will receive a Certificate of Completion and 36 CEUs (RNs are already licensed to place IVs and draw blood). 

LVN BVNPT License: Are you an LVN that wants to register your certificate with the BVNPT and legally be licensed and able to start IVs and draw blood? Add on $50; pay when you get to class.
 

What happens after I register?

1. You will be emailed a link at least 24 hours before your in-person class date to complete the online learning and online exam (Day 1). This needs to be completed BEFORE you attend the in-person, hands-on session.

2. You will then appear at the classroom on the date you selected for registration and the following day for the hands-on portion (Days 2 and 3). 

Location: 1605 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Note: Please call or text (323) 327-6353 if you have any questions before booking. 

Student Referral: If you. have been referred by someone, before you book, please send an email to info@LAFireCard.com, subject line "IVBW Student Referral" with the first and last name of the student who referred you. The email must be sent BEFORE you book the class to be valid. 

Payment Methods: 

• In-Person via Cash or Zelle ($285)
• Credit/debit online ($350)

Note: If you select "In-Person via Cash or Zelle" and are a "no-show" to your scheduled class, any subsequent booking will need to be pre-paid online, or the registration will be canceled.

In-Person Class Dates: The dates you select for registration is when you will appear in the classroom (Days 2 and 3). The first day (Day 1) is completed 100% online before class. In-person class starts at 9am each day.