IV therapy certification, also called IV certification, trains licensed healthcare professionals such as LVNs and RNs to perform venipuncture, IV infusions, blood draws, and related IV therapy skills. MCC's course is a 16-hour hybrid program combining online learning with hands-on training.
Intravenous (IV) Therapy Certification
MCC's IV Certification Course — also known as an IV therapy certification — is for LVNs, RNs, paramedics, and other licensed healthcare professionals in Texas who can perform IV therapy as part of their job.
In this course, you will learn the basics of:
- Venipuncture (starting IV)
- Intravenous (IV) infusions
- Blood drawing
- The venous system
- Fluids and electrolytes
- Blood and blood products
- Total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
- Lipids
- Common IV therapy complications
This is a 16-hour hybrid course. You will complete:
- 8 hours of online learning
- 8 hours of hands-on training with an instructor
To earn your Certificate of Completion, you must pass a skills checkoff and a final exam.
Program Requirements
To take this course, you must:
- Be a licensed healthcare worker (LVN or RN) or work under the supervision of licensed healthcare personnel.
- Be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have an active Texas LVN or RN license in good standing.
Tuition
$189.00
Spring 2026 Schedule
| Course | Dates | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| RNSG 1003_S1 | 2/23/2026–3/6/2026 | Friday | 8 a.m.–5 p.m. |
Summer 2025 Schedule
| Course | Dates | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| RNSG 1003_01 | 7/14/2025–7/25/2025 | Friday | 8 a.m.–5 p.m. |
Fall 2025 Schedule
| Course | Dates | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| RNSG 1003_01 | 9/15/2025–9/26/2025 | Friday – Hybrid | 8 a.m.–5 p.m. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is IV therapy certification?
- Where can I get IV certification in Texas?
McLennan Community College offers an IV Certification Course in Waco, Texas, for licensed LVNs, RNs, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals. The course includes 8 hours of online learning and 8 hours of hands-on instructor-led training, with tuition of $189.
- Who can take the IV certification course?
To take MCC's IV Certification Course, you must be a licensed healthcare worker (LVN or RN) or work under the supervision of licensed healthcare personnel, be at least 18 years old, and hold an active Texas LVN or RN license in good standing.