Phlebotomy Technology - Certificate Program

Phlebotomy
The Phlebotomy Technician technical certificate prepares students to collect blood and process blood and other body fluid specimens. Phlebotomy technicians work with clinical laboratory personnel and other healthcare providers in hospitals and healthcare facilities, and the program includes instruction in areas such as human anatomy, anatomical terminology, venipuncture, and clinical practice.

Sample of reported job titles:

  • Phlebotomist
  • Phlebotomy Technician
  • Blood Bank Technician
  • Laboratory Phlebotomist
  • Donor Center Phlebotomist

Wages & Employment Trends:

  • Median Wages (2024): $43,660
  • Employment (2024): 139,700
  • Projected Growth (2024-20234): 6% (faster than average)
  • Projected Job Openings (2024-2034): 18,400

Source: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/phlebotomists.htm

Program Information for Students and Parents

  • Will this pathway require an additional year of college after high school graduation? No
  • Will this pathway exceed their 30 hours of Georgia Student Finance Commission (Dual Enrollment) funding? No
  • Dual Enrollment (DE) Hours Required for the Pathway: 23
  • Age Requirements for the Pathway: 18 years old by December 1st.  This pathway is open to seniors only.
  • Class Size: 16 students 
  • How many students will be admitted per high school in Houston County? 3-4
  • Number of Clinical Hours Earned: 180
  • Are prerequisites required? No
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