Phlebotomy Technician are responsible for drawing blood needed for tests, donations, transfusions, and research, conducting patient interviews, checking patients' vital signs, and transporting blood samples to the laboratory for testing.

Phlebotomy Technicians are essential to proper healthcare worldwide as they are responsible for drawing blood needed for tests, donations, transfusions, and research. As the population ages and diseases spread across the globe, the need for qualified phlebotomists will only increase. This 100% online course will train you to work as a phlebotomy technician and prepare you for the provisional Certified Phlebotomy Technician Specialist (CPTS) exam offered by the American Education Certification Association (AECA).

After earning your provisional certification, you will have six months to complete the clinical skills requirements and convert to full certification. This course also provides the opportunity to complete an on-site externship to help you gain the clinical skills needed to earn full certification through the AECA or National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Course Objectives

• Understand what a Phlebotomy Technician does and how to perform on the job.
• Work with doctors, nurses and other professionals to provide essential healthcare.
• Become eligible to sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician Specialist (CPTS) exam through AECA or the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam through the NHA.
• Receive job assistance from our Externship Coordinator and access to our Externship Starter Kit.
• Opt to work full-time or part-time depending on your needs.