Phlebotomy Certification

Phlebotomy Certification

 
Learn to be a Phlebotomist trained in a variety of blood collection methods performed on adults using proper techniques and precautions. Adult students gain working knowledge of using vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, and butterfly needles through classroom instruction and clinical experience during a 100-hour unpaid externship (work-based activity) at a healthcare facility.

This program will provide an opportunity for students to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to take the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam.  A minimum of 90% attendance with a C average or better is required for students to participate in the externship (work-based activity) opportunity.

Requirements

Students enrolled in programs with externships (work-based activity) may be required to complete (at student’s expense), immunizations/titers, drug screening, physical exam, and/or background check prior to the student’s placement at an externship (work-based activity) site.

Externship (work-based activity) hours will be scheduled during the day and students will be placed as space is available. Prior to the externship (work-based activity), students will be required to complete and pass a criminal background check and complete the three-part Hepatitis B vaccination series. Students must have received the first of the three Hepatitis B vaccinations prior to the first day of class. Successful completion of a Medical terminology course is recommended but, not required.

Certifications

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
• American Heart Association CPR

Schedule (252 hours/17 weeks)

Fall 2019
Program Orientation:  Monday, September 23, 2019, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
September 24, 2019 - January 28, 2020 (approximate ending date)
Monday - Wednesday, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Spring 2020
Program Orientation:  Monday, February 3, 2020, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
February 4, 2020 - May 26, 2020 (approximate ending date)
Monday - Wednesday, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
 

Total Program Cost $3,295

Total includes: Tuition $2,918, Books & Supplies - $121, Materials & Assessments - $256. Cost includes textbooks, and certification examination fees.  Students may expect the following additional costs: uniform, flu shot, immunizations/titers, drug screening, physical exam, and/or background check.
 
Have more questions or want to register? Call 440.891.7697. 

Watch the video on our Phlebotomy Certification program. 

Phlebotomy Certification 2018-2019 Advisory Members

Ms. Kathleen Geiger, Cleveland Heart Lab
Mr. Gerald Hicks, Cleveland Clinic - Main Campus
Ms. Rosanne Kelley, Cleveland Clinic
Ms. Michelle Litten, EMSI Medical/Med Exam
Ms. Dori Odar, Cleveland Clinic
Ms. Maxine Ratcliff-Johnson, Cleveland Clinic 
Ms. Janet Simek, Cleveland Clinic 
Ms. Erica Sullivan, Southwest General Hospital Center
Ms. Debra Vitou, Exam One of Quest Diagnostics