Phlebotomy Program at Fort Scott Community College

Unlock your potential in the thriving healthcare field with Fort Scott Community College's comprehensive Phlebotomy Program. As the oldest continuous community college in Kansas, FSCC offers a rich history of commitment to affordable and quality education. This program uniquely combines engaging in-person lectures, hands-on laboratory work, and invaluable clinical experiences at local healthcare agencies. Designed to prepare you for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification exam, you'll gain practical skills in blood drawing and specimen handling, ensuring you are career-ready and highly competitive for employment in diverse healthcare settings upon graduation. This program provides a clear pathway to a rewarding career as a laboratory phlebotomist.

Program Details:

• Cost: $75 per course
• Duration: Approximately one semester
• Schedule: In-person with lectures, laboratory work, and clinical experiences
• Prerequisites: Adequate knowledge of reading, writing, and verbal English communication skills; high school diploma or GED; negative TB skin test or chest x-ray (and flu vaccination during flu season) for clinical participation.
• Accreditations: Accredited under Fort Scott Community College's accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC); prepares students for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification exam.
• Career Outcomes: Prepares students for employment as laboratory phlebotomists and eligibility for the NHA certification exam.