About
Certified Phlebotomy Technician Program
Unlock a vital role in healthcare with Gateway Allied Health's Certified Phlebotomy Technician program. This comprehensive 68-hour course blends dynamic classroom and lab instruction with practical externship experience, empowering you with the essential skills for accurate blood collection and sample preparation. Prepare to meet the growing demand for skilled phlebotomists in diverse healthcare settings, from hospitals to labs, and confidently sit for the National Registry Exam through American Allied Health, transforming your career potential.
Program Details:
- Cost: The total cost for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician program at Gateway Allied Health is $635, which includes tuition fee ($420), textbooks ($50), equipment/lab fee/supplies ($40), and uniform ($75).
- Duration: The phlebotomy technician course duration is 68 hours, consisting of 48 hours of classroom/lab time and 20 hours of externship.
- Schedule: In-person (48 hours classroom/lab, 20 hours externship).
- Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent, passing a 10-panel urine drug screen, and undergoing federal and state background checks prior to enrollment.
- Accreditations: Accredited by American Allied Health (AAH). Prepares students to sit for the National Registry Exam through American Allied Health.
- Career Outcomes: Prepares graduates for roles in hospitals, labs, and healthcare facilities by emphasizing practical skills like patient interaction, equipment maintenance, and teamwork.
Organization
Gateway Allied Health, LLC
Gateway Allied Health, LLC is an allied health school in Hot Springs, Arkansas, offering training for healthcare careers. Its programs include Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG), and Patient Care Technician, among others. The school also provides instruction in medical billing and coding, surgical technology, limited license radiologic technology, and physical therapy assisting. Gateway describes its curriculum as collegiate-level and emphasizes education, hands-on training, and professional development. Coursework combines classroom and laboratory instruction with clinical or externship experiences in several programs. Graduates may be prepared to pursue national certification examinations through American Allied Health or other relevant examining organizations, depending on the program. The school’s stated healthcare mission focuses on preparing entry-level professionals and contributing to the health of the communities it serves.