ANDERSON UNIVERSITY

Phlebotomy Technician: Online Certificate Program

Join the growing field of phlebotomy and gain in-demand skills, such as learning how to safely draw blood and make people feel safe and comfortable in stressful situations. You can launch a new, rewarding career in just a few months — without a college degree.

A medical professional prepares a patient for getting their blood drawn.
A medical professional prepares a patient for getting their blood drawn.

This Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program is a great fit for:

  • Individuals interested in a career in healthcare
  • Recent high school graduates
  • Any student, healthcare professional, or aspiring healthcare worker who’s looking to join a booming field with opportunities for growth

About the Online Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program

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COURSE LENGTH

12 weeks

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TIME COMMITMENT

16 hours per week

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How Much Does a Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Cost?

We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access. Speak with an enrollment advisor to see what payment option you may qualify for.

$2,000*

Pay In Full

Lowest available price

$256*

Monthly Payment as low as

Payment begins 30 days after your course start date.

*This advertised payment is for qualified applicants who choose the 18-month financing option. Other payment options available. Minimum deposit of $200 required to enroll.

In our Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program, you will learn how to collect blood and non-blood specimens for testing. You’ll also explore topics including human anatomy, blood and cardiovascular-related medical terminology, and professionalism in allied health. By the end of the course, you’ll have the tools you need to help patients feel more comfortable while having their blood drawn.

After completion of our phlebotomy training program, you will have the knowledge to pass the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam, issued through the NHA (National Healthcareer Association), and begin your career in healthcare. To earn full certification, students will be required to complete 30 venipunctures and 10 capillary sticks on a live person. Students are responsible for locating and securing a site to fulfill the clinical requirements of the program.

Fast Facts

10%

PROJECTED GROWTH OF PHLEBOTOMIST EMPLOYMENT

21,500

NUMBER OF PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN JOB OPENINGS PER YEAR

$19.51

AVERAGE HOURLY WAGE FOR PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIANS

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Career Paths

Phlebotomy Technician
Phlebotomist
Phlebotomist Manager
Medical Laboratory Technician
Certified Nursing Assistant
Registered Nurse (RN)

By 2031, employment numbers for phlebotomy technicians are expected to grow to nearly 150,000.

-U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Is this online Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program right for me? 

  • Are you a clear communicator who can help people through stressful moments?  
  • Are you a compassionate, considerate person with an interest in the medical field?  
  • Are you willing to learn how to handle phlebotomy instruments and equipment?  
  • Are you detail-oriented, organized and open to learning new things?  
  • Do you possess good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for performing blood draws?  
  • Are you capable of empathizing with people who may be worried about having their blood drawn? 

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Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Workforce Training Specialist today!

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