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Phlebotomy Technician Certificate

A Phlebotomy Technician is a compassionate and skilled professional who plays a vital role in patient care by safely drawing blood for essential medical tests, transfusions, research, or donations. With expertise in venipuncture, they ensure that blood samples are collected with precision, labeled accurately, and handled with the utmost care to maintain their integrity for reliable testing. Beyond their technical abilities, Phlebotomy Technicians are also empathetic communicators, helping to ease any anxiety or discomfort patients may feel during the process. Their work is crucial in
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supporting accurate diagnostics, effective treatment plans, and the overall well-being of patients, making them indispensable members of the healthcare team.

Admissions Process

  • Register for admission to the college.
  • Declare Phlebotomy Technician Program interest and register for all required Fall semester courses
  • Meet placement criteria in basic Math and English
  • If course placement criteria not met, student may enroll in appropriate remedial course/s to bring skill level up to criteria.
  • Meet with Director of Allied Health to discuss the guided pathway for successful completion of the program.

The Phlebotomy Technician Program may be completed in 2 semesters beginning in the fall.

Is this for me?

Consider a career as a phlebotomist if you are compassionate, can comfort people during procedures such as getting their blood drawn, are detailed oriented, and have good eye/hand coordination.

Employment Information & Outlook

The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a growth in employment of phlebotomists of 25 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. Hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, blood donor centers, and other locations will need phlebotomists to perform bloodwork.

Apply your certificate toward a degree

This certificate can also be applied toward the Associate of Applied Science in Allied Health degree, for those seeking increased responsibilities, supervisory roles and health care office management in physician offices, health care clinics, hospital-based clinics, hospitals and small health care businesses.