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Online Phlebotomy School

Phlebotomy Technician School

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If you are looking for a secure career with a good, steady income, then there’s no need to look any further. U.S. Career Institute’s online Phlebotomy training school prepares you for an in-demand career in a hospital, blood donation center, doctor’s office and diagnostic laboratory. As the healthcare field continues to grow, so does the need for trained phlebotomists who provide skilled and sterile blood draws. Blood analysis and diagnoses will continue to be an essential function in hospitals and labs everywhere, keeping the demand for Phlebotomy Technicians high. You’ll play an important role in the healthcare field.

  • Phlebotomy Technician jobs are projected to increase 10% by 2031* according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
  • Phlebotomy Technician professional salary – up to $37,380 per year!*
  • U.S. Career Institute is proud to provide our Career Coach Program which gives you one-on-one access to a Career Advisor.

The Phlebotomy Technician program is offered fully online and does not include the live skills practice (experience) opportunities required to obtain certification as a phlebotomist, which most employers require. Students are responsible for researching certification and/or licensure requirements and securing appropriate experience opportunities.


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For the full Phlebotomy Technician course outline, goals, and outcomes, please visit our Course Outline page.

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What You'll Learn During Your Online Phlebotomy Technician Training

During your online phlebotomy technician course, you will learn medical terminology, blood components, blood group systems, vascular anatomy, the cardiovascular system, documentation and reporting requirements. During your program you will also be provided with an IV Practice Arm Kit and videos that will allow you to simulate blood draws on a patient. You’ll learn:

  • Medical Terminology
  • Intro to Anatomy
  • Medical Records
  • Body Systems
  • Medical Insurance 101
  • Cell and Tissue Anatomy and Pathology
  • Electronic Records
  • Vital Signs
  • Medical Equipment and Supplies
  • Drawing Blood and Blood Testing
  • Patient Preparation and Exam
  • Laboratory Tests and Processes

Phlebotomy Technician Career Outlook And Certification

Earnings

$37,380*

Number of Jobs

135,500*

Job Growth

10%*

U.S. Career Institute's online Phlebotomy Technician program is designed to prepare graduates for the written portion of the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

The USCI Phlebotomy Technician program is offered fully online and does not include the live skills practice (experience) opportunities required to obtain certification as a phlebotomist. Most employers require certification and lack of certification will impact your employment opportunities and earnings. Students are responsible for researching certification and/or licensure requirements and for securing appropriate experience opportunities.

Phlebotomy Technician Outcomes

Phlebotomy Technician graduates may sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam via the NHA’s Pre-Externship Route; however, graduates will need hands-on experience completing a minimum of 30 venipunctures and 10 capillary sticks or finger sticks on live individuals, following completion of the program, to receive certification. This experience is not included in the program. Graduates must complete this experience within 90 days of passing the CPT exam and are responsible for securing their own experience site. Students must contact local blood testing providers (e.g., Labcorp or Quest), hospitals or doctor’s offices to seek out live experience opportunities.

NHA publishes application and eligibility criteria for the CPT exam, students are encouraged to review this information in detail.

Your CPT exam fee is included in your tuition- up to a $200 value†.

For full career outlook and certification information please visit our career and certification page.



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Online Phlebotomy Technician Tuition and Financing

Phlebotomy Technician Program Tuition and Financing

We strive to ensure our Phlebotomy Technician course is both flexible and affordable. This is why we offer low, monthly payment options for every student. We are committed to providing you with a high-quality education at an affordable price. Make an investment in yourself today!

For more information, please visit our Tuition and Financing page.

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Phlebotomy Technician FAQ's

Q. How can I become a Phlebotomy Technician?
A. Becoming a Phlebotomy Technician typically requires a HS diploma or equivalent and formal training through an accredited institution can also be helpful. After completing a recognized program, the next step is to sit for and pass an industry certification exam.
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Q. What does a Phlebotomist do?
A. Phlebotomists provide skilled and sterile blood draws. They are well versed in infection control, anatomy, and physiology with an emphasis on the circulatory system.
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Q. Do I need to get Certified as a Phlebotomy Technician?
A. Upon graduation from our Phlebotomy Technician program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your completion of the program. The U.S. Career Institute Phlebotomy Technician program prepares you to sit for the written portion of the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam, through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The Phlebotomy Technician program is offered fully online and does not include the live skills practice (experience) opportunities required to obtain certification as a phlebotomist, which most employers require. Students are responsible for researching certification and/or licensure requirements and securing appropriate experience opportunities. Your CPT exam fees are included in your tuition.
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Q. Does this meet my Phlebotomy Technician state requirements?
A. A career in this field may require you to meet certain licensing, training, and other requirements that can vary by vocation and state. You should check with your state, local government and/or licensing board to find out which requirements may be applicable in your state.
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Q. What is the salary for a Phlebotomist?
A. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Phlebotomists have a median salary of $37,380 per year*. Job growth is projected to increase much faster than average in the next several years.
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Q. How much does a Phlebotomy Technician Course cost?
A. Tuition for this program is $979 total when you pay in full. Payment plans are also available.
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Q. Is this Phlebotomy Technician Program accredited?
A. U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
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Q. Where Can I Work as a Phlebotomy Technician?
A. Demand for highly skilled Phlebotomy Technicians can be found in doctor’s offices, blood draw centers, hospitals, outpatient facilities, medical laboratories, and nursing care.
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Q. What skills will I learn in this Phlebotomy Technician program?
A. Skills covered in the Phlebotomy Technician program include Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Medical Records, Body Systems, Laboratory Tests and Processes, Vital Signs, Medical Equipment and Supplies, Drawing Blood, Blood Testing, Patient Preparation and more.
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People Also Ask

How much does online Phlebotomy Technician school cost?
While our online Phlebotomy Technician school is not free, we strive to offer low-cost tuition and offer monthly payment plans. In fact, our tuition and monthly payment plans are so low that we do not offer federal financial aid or loans.

How long does online Phlebotomy Technician school take?
When you enroll in our self-paced Phlebotomy Technician program, you choose how much you study each week. On average, our online Phlebotomy Technician school program is completed in 3-5 months.

Is this the best online Phlebotomy Technician school?
We firmly believe that USCI is the top online Phlebotomy Technician school in the nation. Our curriculum is laid out in easy to learn step-by-step lessons.

Is there a U.S. Career Institute Phlebotomy Technician School near me?
Our online Phlebotomy Technician school delivers its curriculum on the internet. Where could be closer than your own home? The convenience of online classes makes it easier for our students to fit their studies into their busy lives.

Content updated by: Holly Cook

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*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Healthcare Support Occupations – Phlebotomists, on the internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/phlebotomists.htm (visited July 11, 2023). Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.
†Provided in form of reimbursement when the following terms are met: Student submits receipt issued by NHA, has successfully completed the course and has paid tuition in full. Reimbursement is for up to $200 towards the cost of the CPT Certification exam, practice test and study materials. Please note that you are responsible and required to show evidence that you have performed a minimum of 30 successful venipunctures and 10 successful capillary or finger sticks. These sticks must be performed on live individuals. You are responsible for gaining this experience, USCI will NOT provide this training. NHA will require documentation of these venipunctures and capillary/finger sticks before issuing a certification.