Phlebotomy Technician Certificate of Achievement Program

Embark on a rewarding career in healthcare with Lake Michigan College's Phlebotomy Technician program. This comprehensive certificate is designed to equip you with essential hands-on skills in blood collection and specimen processing, preparing you for immediate employment in clinical laboratories. Benefit from a practical, in-person learning experience and a laboratory clinical rotation, ensuring you are job-ready and confident. Graduates are well-prepared to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification examination, opening doors to vital roles in the healthcare industry. Join a program focused on real-world readiness and professional excellence.

Program Details:

• Cost: Not explicitly stated, but tuition and fees at Lake Michigan College are generally among the lowest in the area; contact admissions or financial aid for precise details.
• Duration: 16 weeks
• Schedule: Primarily delivered in-person with hands-on classroom experience and clinical rotations; may include some hybrid elements.
• Prerequisites: Passing a criminal background check and drug screen, completing a physical exam, providing proof of immunizations (MMR and Tdap). Additionally, students must complete or concurrently take courses HEAL 101, HEAL 103, and BIOL 107 or 110.
• Accreditations: Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); state-approved for clinical laboratory employment preparation.
• Career Outcomes: Prepares students for employment in clinical laboratories and eligibility to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification examination.