About
Phlebotomy Technician Program at Luzerne County Community College
Embark on a rewarding career in healthcare with Luzerne County Community College's comprehensive Phlebotomy Technician program. This 140-hour course uniquely blends 100 hours of intensive classroom instruction with 40 hours of invaluable clinical internship at local hospitals or clinics, ensuring you gain both theoretical knowledge and practical, hands-on experience essential for success. Prepare confidently for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification exam, setting you on a path to transform lives and contribute to vital medical diagnostics.
Program Details:
- Cost: $2,099.00
- Duration: 140 total hours (100 hours classroom instruction, 40 hours clinical internship)
- Schedule: Primarily in-person, with day and evening classes offered at the Scranton Center extension.
- Prerequisites: High school diploma or GED; no previous training required.
- Accreditations: Offered by an institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). Prepares students for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification exam.
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for careers in phlebotomy as certified phlebotomy technicians.
Organization
Luzerne County Community College - Hazleton
Luzerne County Community College
Luzerne County Community College is a nonprofit higher education institution founded in 1967, serving thousands of students in Northeastern Pennsylvania. It offers affordable, career-focused programs through day and evening classes, including both credit and credit-free courses. The college provides extensive student support services and has a unique Scranton Center extension in downtown Scranton, making higher education accessible with comprehensive student support and transfer agreements with local four-year colleges.
Highlights:
- Most popular and affordable college in Northeastern Pennsylvania, offering diverse programs and strong community support
- Provides excellence in education, fosters student success, and positively impacts the region
- Offers a comprehensive 140-hour phlebotomy program with 100 hours of classroom instruction and 40 hours of clinical internship
- Phlebotomy program delivered primarily in-person, preparing students for careers through theoretical and practical training
- Prerequisites for phlebotomy program are a high school diploma or GED; no previous training is required
- Tuition cost for the Phlebotomy Technician program is $2,099.00
- Uniquely offers a dedicated Scranton Center extension providing extensive student support and transfer agreements