Phlebotomy Technician

This program provides education for individuals seeking a career in the laboratory as a Certified  Phlebotomy Technician. Individuals who successfully complete the Phlebotomy Technician program will receive a  certificate of completion from GAHS allowing students to sit for the National and State certification examinations. Benefits to obtaining a Phlebotomy Certification may include: more job opportunities, an increased pay scale, job security, and increased subject matter expertise students in this certificate program will acquire professional skills needed to perform phlebotomy procedures (drawing blood). As a Certified Phlebotomy Technician, students may perform some or all of the following: 

· Perform basic phlebotomy procedures 

· Evaluate patients for ability to withstand venipuncture procedure 

· Explain the venipuncture procedure and answer patient questions 

· Perform basic point of care testing, such as blood glucose levels on patients 

· Prepare blood, urine, and other body fluid specimens for testing according to established standards

Upon completion of this course students will have necessary real-world skills to practice confidently as a Phlebotomy Technician. The academic courses of the program are demanding and require a high level of commitment. The decision to enter a rigorous program like this should be well thought out with all outside responsibilities considered.  All courses must be completed to receive a Certificate of Completion making the graduate eligible to sit for National and State certification examinations.
 

SALARY
The average Phlebotomist salary in the United States is $35,669 as of June 28, 2021, but the range typically falls between $32,131 and $39,840. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.