Certified Phlebotomy Technician (WCG)

   


This program equips students with the knowledge and skills required to collect blood specimens for laboratory analysis. Participants will gain comprehensive understanding of all aspects related to blood collection, including specimen handling and patient interactions. Through hands-on practice, students will develop the competency and safety techniques necessary for proficient venipuncture.

Program includes a 36-hour internship, providing guided phlebotomy experiences where students can apply learned principles and techniques. Students will perform a minimum of thirty venipuncture and ten capillary sticks on live individuals with the use of a comprehensive checklist that will ensure the observation and practice of essential skills. 

Some tasks phlebotomy technicians may perform include:

• Drawing blood from patients and blood donors.
• Evaluating patients’ ability to withstand the procedure and helping them feel comfortable.
• Explaining blood-drawing procedure to patients and answering questions.
• Performing basic point of care testing, such as blood glucose levels.
• Preparing blood, urine, and other specimens for testing.
• Maintaining medical equipment supplies.

Prerequisite: High School Diploma or GED

Potential Certification: Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam, administered by P&HCC.

Tuition: $3,000 Full Price; $1,000 FastForward WCG Price

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Supplies and Fees: Tuition includes cost of textbook, supplies, CPR certification, exam study guide and prep package, and exam voucher. Nursing scrubs, shoes, and clinical requirements are the responsibility of the student (may be grant funded, if eligible).

Clinical Requirements: A negative TB test and proof of vaccinations [T-Dap (within 10 years), MMR & Hepatitis B series] are required to be eligible to participate in the clinical learning experience.

Occupational Objective: Phlebotomy Technicians are critical team members in hospitals, clinics, doctors' offices, nursing homes, private home care, medical labs, blood donation centers, research institutes, and insurance companies. As new types of tests are developed and laboratory tech positions grow, it's an especially exciting time to begin a career in this thriving field.