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Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Course Overview

The Phlebotomy Course prepares students to take the NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) certification exam necessary to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). The course is designed to prepare students to complete laboratory tasks routinely performed in a medical facility.

Hematology, phlebotomy, basic anatomy, and medical terminology are all covered during the five-week course. HIPPA requirements and bloodborne pathogen training is also included in the training. Students will receive hands-on training led by instructors with real-world experience in laboratory procedures, including the collection and handling of specimens for testing in both a facility and an outside laboratory environment. Instruction on patient education is also covered in the Phlebotomy Course curriculum. In addition, students will be certified in CPR, AED, and first aid. Prepare for a career as a phlebotomist with MTI’s Phlebotomy Course.

*Not all programs and courses are available at all campuses.

Phlebotomy Course Highlights
Length:
5 weeks
Hours:
100 clock hours / 25 outside additional clock hours
Credits:
4 semester credit hours
When:
Daytime classes available
Completion:
Certificate
Phlebotomy Training Classes
  • Phlebotomy Practice and Quality Assessment
  • Professional Ethics, Legal, and Regulatory Issues
  • Infection Control
  • Medical Terminology
  • Anatomy and Physiology of Organ Systems
  • Venipuncture Procedures
  • Capillary Blood Specimens
  • Specimen Handling, Transportation, and Processing
  • Pediatric and Geriatric Procedures
  • Point-of-Care Collections
  • Blood Cultures
  • Urinalysis, Body Fluids, and Other Specimens
  • Arterial, Intravenous (IV), and Special Collection Procedures
  • Safety and First Aid
Certifications at MTI

The Phlebotomy Course prepares students to take the NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) certification exam necessary to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). Students will also be certified in CPR, AED, and first aid.

Which Schools Offer Phlebotomy Training?

Find phlebotomy training in Illinois and Missouri:

Springfield, IL
Moline, IL
East Peoria, IL
Springfield, MO

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Phlebotomy FAQ

What is a phlebotomist?
  • Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, research, or blood donations. Some phlebotomists also work with patients to explain procedures and provide assistance when patients have adverse reactions after their blood is drawn. *www.bls.gov
How much do phlebotomists make?
  • The median annual wage for phlebotomists was $35,510 in May 2019.*www.bls.gov
Where can I work as a phlebotomist?
  • Phlebotomy students are trained to perform in entry-level positions normally available in hospitals, medical and diagnostic laboratories, physician offices, and outpatient care centers.
Are phlebotomists in demand?
  • As the population continues to live longer and healthcare technology advances, employment opportunities for healthcare professionals continues to grow. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the employment of phlebotomists to grow 17% from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations (4%).*www.bls.com
How much does phlebotomy training cost?
  • The total cost of Midwest Technical Institute’s Phlebotomy Course, including books and supplies, is $2,000. For more information on program costs, please contact your local MTI campus.

Phlebotomy Training at Midwest Technical Institute

The Phlebotomy Course is offered at the MTI campuses in Springfield, Illinois, East Peoria, Illinois, Moline, Illinois and Springfield, Missouri. The Phlebotomy Course prepares students to take the NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) certification exam necessary to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). The 5-week Phlebotomy Course introduces students to basic anatomy and medical terminology, the collecting and handling of specimens for testing, the proper way to identify patients, and how to perform the necessary laboratory procedures.

During phlebotomy training in Illinois, MTI students will be taught by instructors with real-world experience. Students will learn about and practice laboratory tasks routinely performed by entry-level phlebotomists in a medical facility, and gain a thorough understanding of the field of phlebotomy.

Financial Assistance

Financial assistance is not available for the Phlebotomy Course.

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Enrollment and Outcomes

Enrollment and outcome information for all Illinois-based campuses and the ACCSC annual reports for each program in Adobe PDF format. Please note, all programs are not offered at all campuses.

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Phlebotomy Careers

Doctors and other healthcare professionals across the country require the skills of a phlebotomist in order to collect bloodwork necessary for analysis and diagnosis. Phlebotomists are also tasked with reassuring patients getting their blood drawn, properly verifying patient information, labeling samples, maintaining medical instruments, and keeping a clean workspace.

Phlebotomists are essential workers in hospitals, diagnostics labs, and other healthcare facilities. Demand for their services is expected to remain high, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the job outlook for phlebotomists will increase by 17% from 2019 to 2029, which is much faster than the average occupation growth rate of 4%. *www.bls.gov

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MTI is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges (ACCSC).

MTI is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education: 1 N. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 333, Springfield, IL 62701. For more info: www.ibhe.org

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