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Phlebotomy Training Program at Bates Technical College

The Phlebotomy program at Bates Technical College, part of the distinguished Health Sciences career pathway, prepares you for a rewarding career in direct patient care. This program uniquely combines essential technical knowledge with extensive hands-on clinical experience, taught by experienced faculty dedicated to your success. You will gain practical skills in a supportive environment, ensuring you are well-prepared for immediate employment in healthcare settings and ready to make a tangible impact on patient well-being. Bates Technical College, voted Best Trade/Technical School in South Sound Magazine's 2025 Best of the South Sound, provides a quality education focused on practical skills development and real-world application.

Program Details:

  • Cost: Approximately $703.66, with an additional fee of $10.00.
  • Duration: Typically lasts about 2 months, requiring 120 hours to be completed in the clinical setting.
  • Schedule: Primarily in-person, including hands-on clinical practice and on-site labs.
  • Prerequisites: Completion of PNURS292 (Basic Phlebotomy) course, High School Diploma or GED, permission from the instructor to enroll (students cannot register online), and typically being 18 years of age or older is required.
  • Accreditations: The program is designed to meet the State of Washington Department of Health Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist Certification requirements.
  • Career Outcomes: Equips students with the skills needed for direct patient care roles in healthcare settings. Specific employment rates and job titles are not provided, but the program prepares students for rewarding careers in patient care.

Organization

Bates Technical College - Central Campus

Bates Technical College

Bates Technical College, located in Tacoma, WA, is a higher education institution specializing in career and technical education. It serves approximately 8,000 students across three campuses, offering hands-on learning through programs such as Certified Nursing Assistant and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Safety Administration. The college employs around 471 staff, was founded in 1940, and is dedicated to inspiring student learning, challenging achievement, and educating for employment in a nurturing, diverse environment.

Highlights:

  • Offers Washington state's only Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Public Safety Administration
  • Recognized as Best Trade/Technical School in South Sound Magazine 2025
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