Phlebotomy for the Healthcare Worker Program

Unlock your potential in the booming healthcare sector with the Phlebotomy for the Healthcare Worker certificate program at Hopkinsville Community College. Designed for rapid entry into a vital profession, this program equips you with essential skills in medical ethics, terminology, and circulatory system anatomy, complemented by crucial hands-on clinical experience. In just one semester, you'll be prepared for both local and national certification exams, opening doors to immediate employment as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician. This program serves as a standalone credential or a valuable stepping stone within a broader medical laboratory technician pathway, leveraging Hopkinsville Community College's commitment to affordable, workforce-aligned education and personalized student support within Kentucky's largest postsecondary institution.

Program Details:

• Cost: Approximately $780 to $975 (for 4-5 credit hours at $195 per credit hour for resident students)
• Duration: One semester
• Schedule: Primarily delivered in-person, with required hands-on clinical training.
• Prerequisites: Successful completion of MAT 65 Basic Algebra (3 credit hours), RDG 30 Reading for the College Classroom (3 credit hours), and ENC 91 English Composition I or equivalent. Permission of the MLT Program Director/MLT Clinical Coordinator may also be required.
• Accreditations: Provides local certification upon completion; prepares students for national certification exams (e.g., Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) through NHA). The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
• Career Outcomes: Prepares students for certification and employment in healthcare settings as Phlebotomy Technicians.