Phlebotomy Training Program at Florida Gateway College

Embark on a rewarding healthcare career with Florida Gateway College's comprehensive Phlebotomy Training Program. This 16-week immersive course combines rigorous classroom instruction with extensive hands-on clinical experience, including 50 successful venipunctures, ensuring you gain practical skills and confidence. Benefit from a low student-to-faculty ratio and personalized attention within an institution renowned for academic excellence and community engagement. Prepare effectively for the National Healthcare Association (NHA) certification exam and unlock direct pathways to employment as a skilled phlebotomist.

Program Details:

Cost: Approximately $467.90 for tuition, plus additional costs for uniforms, clinic shoes, liability insurance, health insurance, and medical exams.

Duration: 16 weeks

Schedule: Delivered in-person, combining classroom instruction with six weeks in a clinical setting.

Prerequisites: Completion of HSC 0003 Basic Healthcare Worker (90 contact hours or 3 vocational credits) prior to or concurrently with MEA 0520 Phlebotomy (75 contact hours or 2.5 vocational credits). Students must also meet clinical eligibility requirements as detailed in the Phlebotomy application booklet.

Accreditations: Accredited under Florida Gateway College's overall accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination through the National Healthcare Association (NHA).

Career Outcomes: Prepares students effectively for employment as phlebotomists and eligibility for the NHA national certification exam.