Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Voucher Included)

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OVERVIEW

Phlebotomy technicians perform one of the most widely needed duties in healthcare settings – drawing blood from patients. This 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. With full certification, you will be able to perform your duties as a phlebotomy technician in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, diagnostic labs, nursing homes, dialysis centers, and more.

This course includes enrollment with an exam voucher option for either the Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certification Exam and Bloodborne Pathogen Prevention Exam, provided by the American Education Certification Association (AECA) or the Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam, provided by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility. However, please research your state’s requirements before enrollment to ensure this course is the right fit for you. This course is not suitable for students in California, Nevada, and Washington.

Learn more about the Optional Pathways for Professional Phlebotomy Technician Certification.

What you will learn

  • Introduction to Phlebotomy & Infection Control
  • Legal Issues in Healthcare and Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology
  • Medical Terminology and Phlebotomy Equipment & Supplies
  • Phlebotomy Procedures I & II
  • Phlebotomy Fundamental Essentials

How you will benefit

  • You will learn the theoretical knowledge of a Phlebotomy Technician
  • You will become eligible to attempt the Certified Phlebotomy Technician Specialist (CPTS) exams through AECA or the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam through the (NHA).
  • An exam voucher option for either one of the certification exams.
  • You may work with physicians/doctors, nurses, and other healthcare-related professionals.
  • You may opt to either work full-time or apply for part-time positions.

DETAILS

Optional Pathways for Professional Phlebotomy Technician Certification

Completion of the academic content of the program will earn you a Certificate of Completion for the Professional Phlebotomy Technician program. To become certified, you must successfully pass one of the certifications (AECA or NHA) by following one of the pathways shown below.

**Please Note: You are responsible for securing a clinical location for your externship. Once you have found an externship location suitable to your needs, the externship specialist at ed2go may support you in next steps. It is strongly recommended that you have secured a clinical location prior to starting the course.

Pathway Options:

(A) AECA Provisional Certification

American Education Certificate Association (AECA)

This option is for students with no medical field experience or who have notable time constraints. Students new to the medical field are strongly recommended to secure a clinical site pre-course registration. This option gives students more time to complete all steps and requirements in order to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician Specialist (CPTS).

Pros of choice (A) include:

  1. Taking pathway choice (A) is a way to obtain a provisional certification while working to fulfill the required live sticks.
  2. Allows a student more time to study for the certification exam.
  3. Provides less pressure to balance all responsibilities inside and outside of coursework due to extended time between exam and clinical completion.

This option is best if a student does not have any prior medical field or related experience.

(B) NHA Professional Certification

National Health Association (NHA)

This option is great for students already working in the medical field with established career connections making clinical certification requirements easy to complete for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).

Pros of choice (B) include:

  1. Choosing pathway choice (B) is a way to obtain certification to further their career opportunities.
  2. NHA may be a more widely recognized certification and is preferred by some employers or regions.

This pathway allows students to use already established professional connections.

SYLLABUS

  1. Introduction to Phlebotomy & Infection Control
  2. Legal Issues in Healthcare
  3. Introduction to Human Anatomy & Physiology
  4. Medical Terminology
  5. Phlebotomy Equipment & Supplies
  6. Phlebotomy Procedures I & II
  7. Phlebotomy Fundamental Essentials

REQUIREMENTS

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

  • This course can be taken on a PC, Chromebook, or Mac.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 7 or later.
  • Mac: Works Only on Puffin Browser.
  • Browser: Google Chrome and Firefox (PCs only); Edge and Internet Explorer are not supported.
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader.
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

  • Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

To take this online course, you should have one of the following: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, entrance test, or previous healthcare experience.

To qualify for the certification exam, a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Please review the Optional Pathways for Professional Phlebotomy Technician Certification and check with your state for any specific requirements they might have before registering.

INSTRUCTOR

Jacqueline Garcia holds a Certified Professional Instructor Certification to teach Phlebotomy Technician Program. Ms. Garcia has served as a subject matter expert for the Phlebotomy textbook. She has also developed curriculum for phlebotomy technician programs for career schools and is actively involved in teaching phlebotomy technician at several career schools. She is an active member of AECA as a Certified Professional in Phlebotomy.

FAQS

Does this course prepare for a certification?

Yes, you will be prepared to sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician Specialist (CPTS) exam, offered by the American Education Certification Association (AECA), and the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam, through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Upon completion, you may choose to receive one voucher for either the (CPTS) or (CPT) Certification exam. If you choose AECA’s CPTS exam voucher, you will also receive a voucher for AECA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Prevention Exam at no additional cost. Learn more about the Optional Pathways for Professional Phlebotomy Technician Certification.

What is a phlebotomy technician?

Phlebotomy technicians perform one of the most widely needed duties in healthcare settings—drawing blood from patients. They collect blood samples, and they prepare them for testing in the lab to help diagnose health conditions and illnesses. Phlebotomy technicians are also responsible for preparing lab equipment, explaining blood draw procedures to patients, calming those who may be nervous, taking blood pressure and pulse readings, collecting fluids properly, sterilizing equipment after use, and updating patient medical records.

How long does it take to become a phlebotomy technician?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start as soon as you are ready and finish at your own pace. When you register, you will receive six months to complete the course.

What is the difference between a phlebotomy technician and phlebotomist?

Most of the time, these titles are used interchangeably by employers. However, the term phlebotomist can also be used to identify a phlebotomy technician who has undergone more training and has more experience. In this case, both will work with patients in the lab, draw blood, and take care of equipment and samples, but a phlebotomist may also supervise other phlebotomy technicians.

How much does a phlebotomy technician make?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median salary for phlebotomy technicians is $36,320. The top 10% of people in this profession currently make over $50,000 in annual salary. Outpatient care centers and medical diagnostic labs tend to pay slightly higher salaries than physicians’ offices, hospitals, and ambulatory healthcare services.

How do I become a phlebotomy technician?

You will need professional training to enter a career as a phlebotomy technician. This online course will provide you with the training and skills to begin working as a phlebotomy technician. In addition, you will be prepared 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.

Which phlebotomy certification is best?

There are a lot of great options when it comes to phlebotomy certification. This course will prepare you for two industry-recognized certification exams in the country—the Certified Phlebotomy Technician Specialist (CPTS) exam offered by the American Education Certification Association (AECA) or the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). A voucher for the exam of your choice will be provided at the end of your course. It is also a good idea to do some of your own research on each of these certifications to determine the best one for you.

Can I register for a course if I am an international student?

Yes, ed2go courses are completely online. However, keep in mind that not all certifying bodies or industry-specific certifications are recognized internationally. Please review your country’s regulations prior to enrolling in courses that prepare for certification.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you’ll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

What if I don’t have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

The course instructor will be available by email to answer any questions and provide feedback on your performance. Occasionally, your course may be supported by a team of industry experts. You will also receive support from the student advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

How can I get more information about this course?

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