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Phlebotomy

 
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  • What does a Phlebotomist do?

    Drawing a person's blood may not seem like an important job until you are on the receiving end of a needle! Phlebotomists are trained to draw blood for various lab tests and procedures. Many patients are understandably anxious about having blood drawn, but a good phlebotomist develops the skills necessary to help patients relax and feel they are in competent hands. Washburn Tech's Phlebotomy certificate program has been created to meet the needs of the local medical community and can be a first step in getting your foot in the health care door.
    Career Forecast Stable Outlook.Average Salary $32,970on campus

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    Washburn Tech's Phlebotomy certificate program was created in response to high area demand for trained phlebotomists. This one-semester, 9-credit-hour program is designed to prepare you to sit for the credentialing exam offered by the American Medical Technologist organization. This new program replaced the current apprenticeship model of phlebotomy training utilized by area hospitals and will provide a trained workforce to the medical community. Current on-the-job training requires a significant amount of time and resources from the hiring agency which often results in higher than average turnover. As a result, this new model allows training to take place prior to employment. Please note: this program is not eligible for financial aid, but scholarship opportunities are available. To enroll in the summer session you must turn 18 years of age by June 1. To enroll in the fall session, you must turn 18 by October 1. And, to enroll in the spring session you must turn 18 by March 1.

    Please note: Many of our clinical partners are requiring students to have the vaccine in order to complete clinical hours.  Due to accrediting body and program clinical requirements, Washburn Tech cannot guarantee that requirements for program completion can be met when a student is not vaccinated.

    CERTIFICATIONS: Registered Phlebotomy Technician; BLS CPR

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    Entrance Test

    To enroll in this program, you must score a minimum of 4 in both reading and math on the Accuplacer test.

    Registered Phlebotomy Technician

    After passing the credentialing exam offered by the American Medical Technologist organization, you'll be a Registered Phlebotomy Technician.

    Enter the Workforce

    Current on-the-job training requires a significant amount of time and resources from the hiring agency which often results in higher than average turnover. As a result, this new model requires training to take place prior to employment. 

    Jobs and Salaries

    CAREER FORECAST: stable outlook
    Employment opportunities for phlebotomists are expected to grow at a faster than average rate due to the increased demand for skilled laboratory professionals. The data below refers to surveyed wages and average annual job openings in the state of Kansas due to growth and net replacement. SOURCE: klic.dol.ks.gov

    Experienced Salary

    $36,540

    (2018)

    Projected Job Openings

    146

    (annually)

    Projected Job Growth

    22%

    (2020-2030)

    Schedule Options

    Morning

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    1 semester

    PROGRAM BEGINS
    Every January and August

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    MON - FRI; 8-11:10am

    Afternoon

    LENGTH
    1 semester

    PROGRAM BEGINS
    Every January and August

    SCHEDULE
    MON - FRI; 11:45am-2:55pm

    Program Cost

    This program is not eligible for financial aid, but scholarship opportunities are available.


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