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High Desert Medical College Phlebotomy Technician Program

Embark on a fast-track career in healthcare with High Desert Medical College's Phlebotomy Technician program. This intensive, hybrid course transforms aspiring professionals into skilled phlebotomists in approximately 5 weeks, equipping them with hands-on expertise in diverse blood collection techniques, infection control, and specimen handling. With a focus on real-world application and strong career services, graduates are prepared for immediate entry into rewarding healthcare roles, leveraging the college's modern facilities and accelerated, flexible learning approach.

Program Details:

  • Cost: $1,915 for the total program.
  • Duration: Approximately 5 weeks, including 80 classroom hours and a 40-hour externship.
  • Schedule: Hybrid modality, combining online lectures with in-person hands-on lab training.
  • Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED; Provide evidence of six months of immunizations or related health requirements.
  • Accreditations: Approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) in California and accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET). Not listed as an approved phlebotomy training school by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
  • Career Outcomes: The college provides strong career services including resume help, mock interviews, and job placement assistance to support student success.

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High Desert College - Bakersfield Campus

High Desert Medical College

Public higher education institution specializing in healthcare career training, High Desert Medical College has campuses in Lancaster, Bakersfield, and Temecula, CA. The school offers day and evening classes with Federal Financial Aid options, integrating modern technology and hands-on labs to prepare students for healthcare roles. It provides career-focused allied health and veterinary programs, offering students quick graduation times in as little as 4 months to less than 2 years.

Highlights:

  • Offers hands-on, career-focused allied health and veterinary programs with flexible hybrid learning and quick graduation times
  • Uniquely combines accelerated, flexible hybrid programs with hands-on training
  • Supported by strong career placement services and multiple campuses in California
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