Online Phlebotomy Technician Certification Training

General Educational Development; Maryland; On-site; Full time

Job description

Blood and specimen collection is an essential skillset in the world of healthcare. Master them in just 12 weeks in this Phlebotomy Technician online training.

What Does a Phlebotomy Technician Do?

Certified Phlebotomy Technicians collect blood and non‑blood specimens for testing, which are analyzed in a clinical laboratory. The specimens are used to diagnose illness, evaluate medication effectiveness, and determine nutritional status.

• Gain knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, anatomy and physiology.
• Become familiar with healthcare settings and the role of the phlebotomy technician.
• Understand patient care and safety responsibilities related to preparation and collection complications.
• Grasp the importance of customer service, communication skills and professionalism.
• Appreciate the role of HIPAA, OSHA, COLA, and CLIA‑waived testing.
• Target certification is Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).

What You’ll Learn

Our Phlebotomy certification program includes three courses in Professionalism in Allied Health, Intro to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, and Phlebotomy. You’ll learn the proper procedure for blood draws, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and assembling and maintaining equipment such as needles and specimen containers.

• Blood and Specimen Collection
• Maintaining a Clean and Safe Work Environment
• Assembling and Maintaining Phlebotomy Equipment
• Medical Terminology

Upon completion, you will have the knowledge to pass the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam issued through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and begin a career in healthcare.