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Phlebotomy Technician
Program Description
The Phlebotomy Technician program is designed to teach the knowledge in technical and procedural aspects of basic phlebotomy, including the collection of blood specimens and venipuncture required to become a successful phlebotomist. Students will gain skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods, safety and first aid, point of care collection, procedures for special populations, and quality assessment.
Upon completion of this certificate program, students will have the skills necessary to enter the healthcare industry as an entry-level phlebotomist.
The Phlebotomy Technician program includes theory and hands-on instruction. This program prepares the student to take the National Healthcareer Association industry certification exam.
Graduates of the Phlebotomy Technician program will:
- List the duties of a phlebotomist.
- Define legal issues related to phlebotomy.
- Describe the universal precautions for blood/specimen collection.
- Describe the venous anatomy and veins and skin surfaces on which phlebotomy can be performed.
- Differentiate between serum and plasma.
- Identify factors to be considered in venipuncture or skin puncture site selection.
- List the equipment and supplies needed to collect blood by venipuncture and skin puncture.
- Describe patient factors which influence the ability to perform venipuncture successfully.
- Discuss complications associated with blood collection.
- Describe the correct steps specimen collection and documentation procedures.
- Demonstrate successful venipunctures.
Due Date(s)
Phlebotomy Technician Program Applications
Fall 2025
Opens: 04/07/2025
Closes: 06/12/2025
Information Session(s)
View Important Phlebotomy Technician Announcement(s) above learn more.
Contact
alliedhealth@azwestern.edu
(928) 344-7552
LR 209 (map)
Application Instructions Phlebotomy Technician Program Application Phlebotomy Technician Program Application - Parker
(must be admitted to AWC prior to applying)
Check the above for any necessary program documents.
Program Costs Estimate
- Uniform: $40 Caribbean Blue + $8.50 program patch to be purchased at Mothers and Daughter Embroidery (2615 E 24th St #3, Yuma, AZ 85365)
- AWC Allied Health ID Badge $10 to be purchased at Campus Life
- Textbook and workbook: $120
- Health & Safety Requirements:
- CPR Card: $45
- Fingerprint Clearance Card: $73
- Tuberculosis Screening: $20 - $30
- Drug Test: $40
The costs provided are estimates and are subject to change.
Check the above to view program costs estimate. All fees are subject to change.
Degree(s) / Certificates(s)
| Title | Local Bachelor's |
|---|---|
| Phlebotomy Technician - CERT Occupational Certificate | - |
Career Outlook
Successful completion of this program can open doors to various employment opportunities, many of which require further higher education at the university level. Below are examples of related occupations and their annual mean wages in Arizona, based on career and wage data from Pipeline AZ, which utilizes government sources for its reports and forecasts.
Description
Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.
Duties/Tasks
- Dispose of contaminated sharps, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and policies.
- Organize or clean blood-drawing trays, ensuring that all instruments are sterile and all needles, syringes, or related items are of first-time use.
- Draw blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
- Dispose of blood or other biohazard fluids or tissue, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, or policies.
- Conduct standards tests, such as blood alcohol, blood culture, oral glucose tolerance, glucose screening, blood smears, or peak and trough drug levels tests.
- Collect specimens at specific time intervals for tests, such as those assessing therapeutic drug levels.
- Process blood or other fluid samples for further analysis by other medical professionals.
- Provide sample analysis results to physicians to assist diagnosis.
- Perform saline flushes or dispense anticoagulant drugs, such as Heparin, through intravenous (IV) lines, in accordance with licensing restrictions and under the direction of a medical doctor.
Salary Information (AZ)
Average Salary
$37,040
$37,040
Entry Level Salary
$29,990
$29,990
Mid Level Salary
$38,000
$38,000
Expert Level Salary
$48,150
$48,150
Average Hourly Wage
$17.81
$17.81
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$14.42
$14.42
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$18.00
$18.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$23.15
$23.15
Typical Education Level
Post Secondary Certificate
Classroom/Lab Tour
Our phlebotomy lab showcases components that directly mirror a medical laboratory environment, such as a hospital, lab, or doctor's office. Students learn to perform technical and procedural tasks to make them successful phlebotomists.
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Contact Information
Department Contact(s)
Allied Health
Hours of Operation
- Normal Hours
- Monday - Thursday: 7:00am-5:00pm