Description

The Phlebotomy Program provides students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to safely draw blood, label and maintain specimens. This program consists of 80 hours (50 hours of classroom instruction and 30 hours of clinical/lab experience).

*While CDE CAREER INSTITUTE actively assists students in their job search; we cannot guarantee employment to any student. If local employment opportunities are not available, relocation may be necessary.

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Academic Requirements for Graduation from the Phlebotomy Technician Program

Students must earn a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 (Equivalent to GRADE C or ABOVE) to graduate from the program. While attendance is not calculated into individual course grades or the overall GPA, students must be scheduled for a minimum of 90% of the program’s total clock hours through scheduled attendance or make-up sessions, achieve a minimum attendance rate of at least 67%, and receive a final grade for all courses in order to graduate from the program.There will be no charge for make-up sessions.

Admissions Criteria

For admission into the program, an applicant must be a high school graduate or possess a GED. No prior experience is required.

Prerequisites Required: None

Delivery Method: INSTRUCTOR LED

Course #

Program Structure

Hours

PHL 100

Introduction to Phlebotomy

15

PHL 101

Medical Terminology

15

PHL 102

Venipuncture equipment/Continued Special Collection

15

PHL 103

Special Collections

5

PHL 104

Specimen handling, transfer and processing

10

PHL 105

Quality Phlebotomy

7

PHL 106

Legal issues in Phlebotomy

6

PHL 107

Metric system measurements

6

PHL 108

Final Exam

1

TOTAL

80

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs: Phlebotomy Technician

The program consists of 80 hours of training: 50 hours of classroom instruction and 30 hours of clinical/lab experience. Students learn medical terminology, venipuncture techniques, specimen handling and processing, laboratory safety, quality phlebotomy, and legal issues in phlebotomy.

The program is designed to be completed in approximately 4 weeks and is an efficient way to enter the healthcare field within a short time with skills prepared for certification. It is offered exclusively at the Paterson, NJ campus.

Yes, applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent to enroll in the Phlebotomy Technician program at CDE Career Institute.

Yes. The program includes 30 hours of clinical laboratory experience in which students work on drawing blood, handling specimens, and performing laboratory procedures.

Yes, the courses are designed to prepare students for national certification exams such as the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) or Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) credentials.

New Jersey does not license phlebotomists at the state level, but national certification is accepted everywhere and preferred by most employers. CDE’s program prepares students to take the certification examination.

Schedules vary. Interested students should contact the admissions office to find out if evening or weekend classes are scheduled during future program runs.

Graduates can work in physician offices, diagnostic laboratories, blood donation centers, and hospitals. While CDE Career Institute actively assists students in their job search, employment is not guaranteed. If local employment opportunities are not available, relocation may be necessary.

Students must complete a total of 80 hours of training, be scheduled for a minimum of 90% of the program’s total clock hours through scheduled attendance or make-up sessions, achieve a minimum attendance rate of at least 67%, and earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher (C or better). There is no charge for make-up sessions.

CDE Career Institute offers career services to assist graduates with job placement, resume writing, and interview skills training but does not guarantee employment.

Students may be asked to purchase scrubs, notebooks, and possibly a textbook. Full lists of supplies are typically provided at registration or orientation.

The total cost of the Phlebotomy Technician program is $800. Contact the admissions office to learn about available payment options.