Phlebotomy

Program Description

The Phlebotomy curriculum prepares individuals to obtain blood and other specimens for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Course work includes proper specimen collection and handling, communication skills, and maintaining patient data.

This 220-hour course provides students class/lab/clinical instruction in blood sampling and specimens for laboratory analysis. Upon completion, students are eligible to take the ASCP National Certification Exam.

Prerequisites

1. Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support card.
2. Two matching government ID cards (Photo driver’s license/social security card/military or passport).
3. High School Diploma / High School Equivalent and High School Transcript – if not, must pass a reading test.
4. High School Students require a Dual Enrollment Form signed by principal before first day of class.

Estimated Program Cost

Tuition: $219
Background Check and Drug Screen: $125
Books: estimated $115.00
Name Badge: $10.98 plus tax
Proper Uniform for Clinical: $47.96 plus tax
Immunizations: Vary
American Heart Association Basic Life Support Class: $80.00
American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Exam: $125.00

*All prices are subject to change

Upcoming Courses

Employment Opportunities

Graduates may qualify for employment in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, and other health care settings and may be eligible for national certification as phlebotomy technicians.

Additional Information

The Phlebotomy Program is accredited by the American Society for Clinical Pathology - Phlebotomy
JCC's 3-year average pass rate is 99%!

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