Whether you choose to work in a hospital, medical lab, blood donation center, or doctor’s
office, phlebotomy technicians perform an essential function in our healthcare system
by working directly with patients, as well as doctors, nurses, and other healthcare
professionals.
About This Program
In addition to preparing you for certification, this course also provides the opportunity
to complete an on-site externship to help you gain the clinical skills needed to earn
full certification through the AECA or National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician
This 100% online course will train you to work as a phlebotomy technician and prepare
you for the provisional Certified Phlebotomy Technician Specialist (CPTS) exam offered
by the American Education Certification Association (AECA).
After earning your provisional certification, you will have six months to complete
the clinical skills requirements and convert to full certification.
Phlebotomy Technician jobs can vary based on the state, city, county, and grade level
you choose to work in.
What is a Phlebotomy Technician?
Phlebotomy Technicians (aka phlebotomists) are responsible for drawing blood needed for tests, donations, transfusions, and
research, conducting patient interviews, checking patients' vital signs, and transporting
blood samples to the laboratory for testing.
In addition to drawing blood, phlebotomists also may collect urine or other samples.
They instruct patients on procedures for proper collection and ensure that the sample
is acceptable and clearly labeled in its container.
Phlebotomy Technician Career
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, blood analysis remains an essential
function in medical laboratories and hospitals. Demand for phlebotomists will remain
high as doctors and other healthcare professionals require bloodwork for analysis
and diagnosis. In addition to blood analysis, phlebotomists are necessary for blood
collection, either at mobile blood centers or dedicated donation centers.
These phlebotomists may be especially busy during a health emergency, which can correspond
with heightened interest in blood donations.
In addition to education and region, factors such as specialty, industry, and employer
also influence a Phlebotomy Technicians' salary.
Phlebotomy Technician Salary Expectations
In 2021, the average Phlebotomy Technician made:
an average hourly wage of $18.49
an average yearly salary of $38,450
The top 4 States with the highest employment level in Phlebotomy Technicians are:
Q: Does this course prepare me for a certification? A:Yes. This course prepares you for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification
exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Q: How long does it take to complete this course? A: After you register, you will receive 12 months to complete the course. The time allotted
for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.
Course Details
Understand what a Phlebotomy Technician does and how to perform on the job.
Work with doctors, nurses and other professionals to provide essential healthcare.
Become eligible to sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician Specialist (CPTS) exam
through AECA or the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam through the NHA.
Receive job assistance from our Externship Coordinator and access to our Externship
Starter Kit.
Opt to work full-time or part-time depending on your needs.
To take this online course, you should have one of the following: High School Diploma,
GED or equivalent, entrance test, or previous healthcare experience.
To qualify for the certification exam, a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Please check with your state for any specific requirements they might have before
registering.
This course is 100% online and open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time.
Introduction to Phlebotomy & Infection Control
Legal Issues in Healthcare
Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology
Medical Terminology
Phlebotomy Equipment & Supplies
Phlebotomy Procedures I & II
Phlebotomy Fundamental Essentials
Lab Video's and Exercises
Jacqueline Garcia
Jacqueline Garcia is a Certified Postsecondary Professional Instructor (CPPI), specializing
in patient care education. Beyond actively training future patient care technicians,
she develops academic content and curriculum for a number of programs.
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