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
We hold a random drawing for admission to the program. To be eligible for the drawing, you must have assessment scores of 60 in reading, 95 in English, and 45 EA in math, OR have successfully completed REA 060, ENG 090, and/or MAT 060. You must also apply for admissions to the program and pass a background check for final enrollment. Applications are available in March for fall semester and September for spring semester.