Credential(s) Offered
Community college certification
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Name: Phlebotomy
Course Objective:
The Phlebotomy program prepares you to correctly and safely obtain blood specimens and other bodily fluids, process specimens for laboratories, and use computers to record patient information in various healthcare settings. In addition to organization and attention to detail, phlebotomists should have good human relations and customer service skills.
Description: Phlebotomy- Clock Hour
The Certificate of Competency in Phlebotomy program is designed to prepare a person to obtain blood specimens by skin puncture and venipuncture. The phlebotomist may find employment in hospitals, patient service centers, life insurance companies, doctors’ offices, outreach services, and donor centers. Students in the Phlebotomy program will be in contact with potentially infectious blood, tissues, and body fluids. During this program, eligible students will have the opportunity to take the national certification exam.
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): $2940
Tution (Program Total Amount)
$1,700.00
GateWay Community College
Total Program Out of State Tuition (credits x $326)
GateWay Community College
Course Fee
$305.00
GateWay Community College
Registration Fee
$15.00
GateWay Community College
Total Books
$145.00
Follete Bookstore
Testing
$120.00
National Healthcareers Association
Graduation
$25.00
GateWay Community College
Fingerprint Clearance
$75.00
Arizona Department of Public Safety
Background Check
$70.00
American Databank
Urine Drug Screen
$60.00
American Databank
Shots
$250.00
Vendor is at the discretion of the student, costs vary depending on insurance, copay and deductible
Uniform/Scrubs
$60.00
Apparel Pro
myclinical exchange costs
$40.00
My Clinical Exchange
AHA BLS Card
$50.00
Vendor is at the discretion of the student
Immunization Tracker
$25.00
American Databank
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Phlebotomy Book Bundle: ISBN# 97812842207170
Phlebotomy Essentials Textbook
Student Workbook for Phlebotomy Essentials
Online Access to Navigate 2 Test Prep
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Uniform (scrub top and bottom)
Non slip, leather shoes
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status/Credential Verification:
Name: Maureen Hannon
Email: Maureen.hannon@gatewaycc.edu
Phone number: 602.238.4323
Direct Website link to the program:
https://www.gatewaycc.edu/phlebotomy
Additional information:
Admission Criteria:
• Current and valid government issued photo identification
• 18 years of age to enroll
• High school diploma or GED
• Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (DPS)
• Proof of Immunizations
• Healthcare Level CPR Card
• Healthcare signature form completed by Physician
• MCCCD Supplemental Background Check
• MCCCD Random Drug Screen showing negative results
• Reading Course Placement
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://www.maricopa.edu/future-students/payment-options/refund-policy
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes
National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) is industry recognized regionally and nationally.
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Students who complete the Phlebotomy program are eligible to continue their education as a Medical Lab Assistant.
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, Certifications are recognized regionally and nationally.
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: yes
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Yes, through National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
https://www.nhanow.com/
Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.
The Phlebotomy program at GateWay Community College has a completion rate of 95%. Per the NHA, GateWay Community College ranks higher than any other school in the state of Arizona for first time pass rates on the national certification examination.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
16
Hours
340
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
Various Gateway Campuses
Local WIB
7 - Maricopa County, Maricopa Workforce Connections
Type of Attainment:
Certificate of Completion
Name of Credential
Approved Training Program
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Stafford Loan
Refund Policy
see description field
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Higher Learning Commission
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$145.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$120.00
Graduation Fees
$25.00
In-State/District Tuition
$1,700.00
Other Fees
$305.00 Course/Lab Fee
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,700.00
Registration Fee
$15.00 per fiscal year
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$610.00 See Program Synopsis for breakdown
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,920.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,920.00