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Phlebotomy Program at Bucks County Community College

Unlock a vital role in healthcare with Bucks County Community College's comprehensive Phlebotomy program. This hybrid program equips you with essential skills in blood collection techniques, anatomy, and healthcare delivery systems, preparing you for immediate entry into a rewarding career. Benefit from hands-on simulation with a lab kit and invaluable in-person externship experience, all designed to transform you into a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) ready to make an impact in diverse medical settings.

Program Details:

  • Cost: Not explicitly listed, but offered at a fraction of the cost of a traditional four-year college. Contact the college directly for exact tuition and fees.
  • Duration: Includes a required 120-hour in-person externship component.
  • Schedule: Hybrid format, featuring an asynchronous online certification course with a lab kit and an in-person externship.
  • Prerequisites: High school diploma or GED, and completion of MEDA120, MEDA204, MEDA205, and BIOL115 (or BIOL181 and BIOL182) with a grade of C or better.
  • Accreditations: Prepares students for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
  • Career Outcomes: Prepares students for certification and careers in healthcare.

Organization

Bucks County Community College - Bristol

Bucks County Community College

Founded in 1964 and located in Newtown, PA, Bucks County Community College is a public two-year higher education institution offering over 80 associate degree and certificate programs. Recognized for its 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, the college provides accessible educational opportunities and fosters success through personal connections, inspiring educational, career, and personal fulfillment for a diverse community of learners.

Highlights:

  • Largest provider of fire and emergency services training and certification in Pennsylvania
  • Ranked #1 best value community college in Pennsylvania
  • Offers over 90 transfer and career-ready majors
  • Provides 26%-72% savings on bachelor's degree transfers
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