午夜影院 Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program Details
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In 午夜影院鈥檚 Phlebotomy Technician Certificate program, you鈥檒l learn how to safely and accurately collect and process blood specimens in clinical settings. In as little as 10 weeks, you can build the skills you need to work in hospitals, clinics, and physician office labs.
As Phlebotomy Technician student, you鈥檒l learn to collect blood and body fluid specimens using approved venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques. Your training includes classroom instruction, hands-on practice in campus labs, and real-world clinical experiences in local healthcare facilities.聽Our instructors also help you build strong professional and ethical skills, which are essential qualities when working directly with patients.聽
After you complete the Phlebotomy Technician program, you鈥檒l earn a Certificate of Achievement and be eligible to take national certification exams. If you want to continue your education, you can apply your credits toward 午夜影院鈥檚 Associate of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT). Certain MLT courses will be waived for Phlebotomy Technician Certificate program graduates. 午夜影院 also has a formal articulation agreement with UNM, so you can transfer your credits to UNM鈥檚 Medical Laboratory Sciences Program.聽
If you鈥檙e looking for a fast, hands-on path into healthcare, this program is a great place to start.
Phlebotomy Technician Class Schedule and Requirements
- Day Option (午夜影院 South Valley Campus) -聽Classes meet Monday through Friday during the day. You鈥檒l complete five weeks of theory and labs, followed by five weeks of clinical experience, all within a 10-week period.
- Evening Option (午夜影院 Westside Campus) -聽Classes meet Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. Theory and labs are spread out over 10 weeks, followed by five weeks of daytime clinicals.
Clinicals are typically scheduled from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and are separate from class time. You鈥檒l gain experience in both outpatient draw sites and inpatient hospital settings.
Registration Requirements:
- MLT 1001 is a prerequisite or co-requisite for PHLB 1010.
- PHLB classes are paired to ensure you complete theory and labs before starting clinicals.
- If you plan to complete clinicals in a different semester than your theory and lab work, departmental approval is required.
- Make sure your CRNs match the required pairings listed on the Learning Communities webpage聽to avoid registration issues.
Paying for Your Phlebotomy Technician Certificate
Financial barriers shouldn't hinder your education, which is why 午夜影院 provides a range of resources, including financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans. Our dedicated Financial Aid and Scholarship staff is here to guide you through the process, helping you secure the funding you need for your degree or certificate.
With competitive tuition rates and support in navigating financial aid options, we鈥檙e committed to making your educational goals achievable, without the stress of financial constraints.
Additional Information for Phlebotomy Technician Students
- Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) saves students time and money on their degree or certificate program at 午夜影院. If you have a valid American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ACSP) Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) certificate, you can receive credit for courses in the Medical Laboratory Technician program by filling out the Medical Laboratory Sciences CPL Form.
- The 午夜影院 Phlebotomy Technician program prepares you for transfer to four-year institutions, providing a pathway to further study phlebotomy, medical lab sciences, or related fields.
- Learn more about Career Technical Education (CTE) programs at 午夜影院, which prepare students for work in all advanced healthcare fields and more.