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Phlebotomy Technician Certificate

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Program Description: This program prepares the student to function as an integral member of the laboratory team. Students are taught skills for collection of blood samples from patients by venipuncture as well as transportation of specimens and quality safety measures. After completion of the program the student is eligible to take a national certification examination from American Medical Technologists (AMT) and upon passing is certified as Registered Phlebotomy Technician (RPT).

Length of Program: 20 Credit Hours

Program Admission Requirements:

  1. Present official documentation of an earned high school diploma or official GED scores.
  2. Be at least 17 years old.
  3. Successfully complete Level I Background check before clinical rotation.
  4. Submit current physical exam, immunization record and PPD results before entering clinical rotation.

Estimated Cost:

All costs are estimated and subject to change without notice. Tuition, fees and books are not included.

Lab supply pack$ 60.00
Liability/Malpractice Insurance17.50
National Certification Exam 107.00
Uniforms150.00
Physical Exam, Immunization, PPD180.00
Background Check48.50

Suggested Sequence

Quarter Course Description Contact Hours Credit Hours
1st AHS 101 Anatomy and Physiology 5 5
AHS 109 Medical Terminology 3 3
PHL 103 Introduction to Venipuncture 6 4
  Total 14 12
2nd PHL 105 Clinical Practice 24 8
  Total 24 8

The content of this page does not constitute a contract between Columbus Technical College and its students on either a collective or individual basis. Course curriculum, fee changes, or additional unforeseen changes may occur after publication. Course offerings are contingent upon adequate enrollments. Please contact the school offering the program for the most current information. Academic advising is available to students prior to registration; this information is not a substitute for consulting with an academic advisor.

Last updated: June 26, 2008.