About
Phlebotomy Technician & Medical Lab Assistant Program
Embark on a rewarding career in healthcare with the Phlebotomy Technician & Medical Lab Assistant program at Grossmont Adult Education's Health Occupations Center. This hybrid program offers a unique blend of online learning, hands-on skills lab training, and a vital internship, preparing you for immediate employment in the medical lab field. Gain expertise in blood drawing and diagnostic testing, leading to state and/or national certification and opening doors to direct employment opportunities.
Program Details:
- Cost: Starting in 2025-2026, a more inclusive fee structure will cover most additional costs. Exact cost amount is not specified.
- Duration: 1-semester (5 months) course
- Schedule: Hybrid modality (online coursework, in-person skills lab, required 120-hour internship), offered twice a year (August and January starts).
- Prerequisites: Must be at least 18 years old, attend a medical orientation, attend the first class day of the program, and provide proof of required immunizations.
- Accreditations: Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Laboratory Field Services, and certified by the National Healthcare Association.
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for direct employment opportunities in the medical lab field, providing state and/or national certification or licensure.
Organization
Grossmont Adult Education - Health Occupations Center
Grossmont Adult Education
Grossmont Adult Education, operating within the Grossmont Union High School District, is headquartered in East County, CA. It offers a diverse range of free and low-cost programs including career training, ESL, high school equivalency, parenting, and personal enrichment. The school is committed to empowering students through accessible education and personal development, fostering an environment guided by core values of caring, collaboration, and innovation.
Highlights:
- Offers diverse free and low-cost educational programs
- Focuses on student empowerment and community engagement
- Hybrid Phlebotomy Technician program accredited and state-approved
- Provides national certification for Phlebotomy Technician program
- Phlebotomy program is a 1-semester (5 months) course offered twice a year
- Mission: Attaining goals through perseverance, balance, and discipline
- Vision: Empowering each GUHSD student to build the best future