Students of the Phlebotomy Technician program must complete the Health Science Core Module in conjunction with the Phlebotomy Technician program. If the student has completed the Health Science Core Module in connection with a different career program with a passing grade, it is unnecessary to re-take it. The Phlebotomy Technician program trains students to perform duties that include blood drawing, storing blood and blood components, venipuncture, and basic processing.
Students will learn the circulatory system and its functions and pathology of diseases, law and ethics, critical policies and procedures including universal precautions, infection control, OSHA and CLIA guidelines, and how they apply to the Phlebotomy Technician’s duties and responsibilities. Students will demonstrate knowledge and apply skills in using medical tools and equipment relevant to the function of a Phlebotomy Technician.
Upon completing this program, graduates will possess the skills and knowledge to become entry-level Phlebotomy Technicians in hospitals, outpatient centers, clinics, diagnostic labs, medical centers, and other medical facilities.
165 CLOCK HOURS
Tuition: $875.00 Registration Fee: $75.00 Total Cost of Program: $1,830.00
OTHER FEES:
National Occupational Competency Testing $135 (Optional)
Estimated Cost of: Books/Material, kit & other: $745
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Full-time students will complete this program in 8 ¼ weeks. Part-time students will complete this program in 10 1/3 weeks.
Job Outlook: Employment of phlebotomists is projected to grow 22 percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Pay: $28,990 to $48,490.
Work Environment: Phlebotomists work mainly in hospitals, medical and diagnostic laboratories, blood donor centers, and doctors’ offices.
Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Phlebotomists,
at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/phlebotomists.htm
Our program courses cover various topics relating to your field of study. You’ll also have the opportunity to dive deeper into topics of interest through experiential learning projects, internships, and research opportunities.
Course Lengths:
Students will complete some programs in 3 to 53 weeks, depending on their enrolled programs and whether they attend part or full-time. Please choose the program you’re interested in below to see its course outline and length.
