About
Phlebotomy Technician Program - City College of San Francisco
Embark on a rewarding career in healthcare with City College of San Francisco's Phlebotomy Technician program, designed to equip you with essential practical and theoretical skills. This comprehensive program emphasizes hands-on training, preparing you for the CPT-1 examination and ensuring you meet California regulatory requirements. Benefit from a mandatory clinical practicum, gaining vital experience in venipuncture and skin puncture, all within a diverse and multicultural learning environment that pioneers accessible, free tuition for residents.
Program Details:
- Cost: Approximately $253 for California residents ($46 per unit for 5.5 units) and approximately $2,486 for nonresidents ($452 per unit for 5.5 units).
- Duration: One semester (consistent with 12-16 weeks)
- Schedule: In-person course meeting from 1:10 to 7:50 pm, with a mandatory 40-hour clinical practicum.
- Prerequisites: Readiness for college-level English and possession of a high school diploma or GED credential.
- Accreditations: City College of San Francisco is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC). The phlebotomy program meets California regulatory requirements, though it is not listed as an approved phlebotomy training school by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for the CPT-1 examination, equipping them with competencies needed for a career in phlebotomy.
Organization
City College Of San Francisco - John Adams Center
City College Of San Francisco is a public college with the John Adams Center in San Francisco, California. The center prepares students for occupational fields including Certified Nursing Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) license, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomy, and Emergency Medical Technician. Its School of Health & Public Safety collaborates with health care and social service institutions to align student preparation with community needs. John Adams Center also supports education connected to fitness and fire science, while providing pathways for transfer to four-year institutions and preparation for entry-level positions. Programs and departments at the center include health care technology, licensed vocational nursing, radiologic technology, and registered nursing. The center’s offerings include both credit programs and noncredit programs, with academic resources and student services available on campus.