Career Opportunities
Phlebotomy technicians collect and process a patient's blood for future use or analysis. This program trains you to work as part of a laboratory team, to draw blood samples for medical tests and blood donations, and to keep careful records of blood tests. It prepares you to perform all duties associated with the practice of phlebotomy so you can work in hospitals, physician offices, group practices, independent laboratories, health maintenance organizations, and public facilities.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that phlebotomists earn from $18,720 to $25,168, with a median salary of $21,944. You do not need certification to become employed as a phlebotomy technician; however, certification can increase your earnings.
Program Description
This is a one-semester (two course) certificate program. Courses cover venipuncture, capillary puncture, quality control, infection control, safety procedures, and laboratory computer systems. Learning experiences include lecture, lab, and clinical exposure in local pharmacies. You will participate in laboratory and clinical experiences to perfect blood drawing skills and prepare you for the workforce as a qualified phlebotomist. When you successfully complete this program, you are eligible to sit for the National Phlebotomy Registry Exam.
Entrance requirements
Students are admitted into the program on a first come, first served basis. Students must have assessment scores of 62 in reading, 95 in English and 45 EA in math, OR, have successfully completed REA 060, ENG 090 and MAT 060. Students must also apply for admission to the program (through the Program Coordinator or the Administrative Assistant for the Health Professions Division) and pass a background check. Additional requirements must be met prior to placement in a clinical setting. Applications are available in Mach for fall semester and September for spring semester.