Chicago School of Phlebotomy Program

The Chicago School of Phlebotomy offers a comprehensive 7-week in-person program designed to transform aspiring healthcare professionals into certified phlebotomy technicians. This hands-on training emphasizes practical skills, professionalism, and patient care through supervised blood draws in every class and a 40-hour clinical externship at local healthcare facilities. Graduates are well-prepared for a strong job market with projected growth, equipped to enhance their career competitiveness by optionally sitting for the national Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam.

Program Details:

• Cost: The total cost is $900, which includes a $50 registration fee, $500 tuition, $150 laboratory fee, $100 for books and supplies, and a $100 externship fee. Flexible payment plans are available with no extra cost.
• Duration: 7 weeks, including 6 weeks of lecture and lab instruction, followed by a 1-week clinical externship.
• Schedule: In-person, hands-on training with supervised blood draws and a clinical externship at local healthcare facilities.
• Prerequisites: 18 Years of Age or Older, High School Diploma, GED, or International High School Diploma Equivalency.
• Accreditations: Approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education. Students have the option to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam.
• Career Outcomes: Strong job outlook with a 25% growth rate projected from 2014 to 2024 for phlebotomists. The program offers career assistance services and enhances job market competitiveness by preparing students for national certification.