Blood is the source of human life. It possesses the origin of human DNA and is often the foundation for evidence when diagnosing and treating a patient. As a result, phlebotomists represent an integral piece to any healthcare team. If you’re striving to break into the healthcare industry, enjoy working with people and are patient and compassionate, this could be a viable career path for you.

Prerequisites

High school diploma or equivalent. Completed program application packet located here. Working knowledge of computers and access to a computer and the internet are required.

What You’ll Learn

• How to work directly with patients to collect quality blood samples
• How to prepare samples for laboratory testing
• Anatomy of the circulatory system
• Medical terminology
• Quality assurance
• Infection control
• HIPAA security and privacy

Hands-on Training

• Venipuncture procedures
• Capillary procedures
• Heel sticks
• Non-blood specimens

Certification Prep

This two-month, 80-hour certificate program will assist you in preparing for the National Healthcareer Association Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam.

Employment Locations

• Hospitals
• Diagnostic laboratories
• Blood donor centers
• Physician offices
• Clinics
• Nursing homes

Textbooks

Click here for course required textbooks.