Phlebotomy Technician

Class Information  Phlebotomy Technician

Enter the field of phlebotomy with this comprehensive 130-hour program, designed to prepare professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for laboratory analysis. Engage in classroom and lab work sessions covering terminology, anatomy, physiology, and blood collection procedures. Through hands-on specimen practice and expert guidance, perfect the techniques of puncture methods. Students will graduate with 65 successful venipunctures.

Prerequisites

• Age requirement: You must be 18 or older.
• Unique email address: You must provide a unique email address during registration and be able to regularly access it. The email address you use must not be used by another student.
• Computer and internet access: Regular access to a computer with high-speed internet is required.
• High school completion or GED: High school completion or GED is required for NHA certification.
  • Homeschool students must provide a signed certification of completion issued by a parent or guardian. Printable templates are available from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education website.

Location

Hybrid course: You will meet in person two to three times a week at the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center in Post Falls, Idaho, to work with an instructor and practice hands-on skills. The theory component is completed online in the Canvas classroom.

Schedule

Class meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, as well as scheduled Saturdays.

Class Notes

• Included in tuition
  • Textbook
  • Online study program
  • Supplies
  • National Healthcareer Association Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam fee
• Appropriate attire
  • First day: Scrubs or comfortable, smart-casual wear.
  • Required by week four: Gray scrubs, no specific shade required.
    • You can purchase your scrubs anywhere, for example, Amazon or Walmart, as long as they are gray.
• Venipuncture practice
  • Practice on students will be expected; however, there will be plenty of simulation practice first. Additional details will be discussed in class.
    • Please be prepared to perform blood draws on other students and yourself.
    • You will be expected to bring adult volunteers to class to practice blood draws on scheduled days.
• Coursework and lab
  • You will complete coursework outside of class and meet in the lab to explore material in depth, apply real-world scenarios, engage in critical thinking activities, and practice competency skills.
    • Plan 4 hours per week to complete outside coursework.
• Registration
  • Please register at least one week before class starts to help with class management.
  • Seats are limited.

Payment Options and Funding Assistance

For payment-related resources, visit Workforce Training Center Payment Options or call Customer Service at (208) 769-3214.