Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program

Middlesex Community College's Phlebotomy Technician Certificate program offers comprehensive training to launch your career in healthcare. This program equips students with essential skills to expertly gather and process blood specimens, understand critical factors affecting blood collection, and select appropriate equipment. With 120 hours of theory and lab training alongside a substantial clinical placement, graduates are thoroughly prepared to independently sit for a national phlebotomy certification exam, opening doors to vital roles in medical settings. Furthermore, eligible Massachusetts residents can benefit from free community college education, making this an accessible pathway to a rewarding profession.

Program Details:

• Cost: Approximately $1,662 for the non-credit course.
• Duration: Typically completed in about 12 weeks, including 120 hours of theory and skills lab training plus 100-120 hours of clinical placement.
• Schedule: Delivered in-person through classroom sections.
• Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG 088, ENG 089, ENG 092, or above, and a high school diploma or equivalency diploma (GED or HiSET).
• Accreditations: Not specifically accredited by NAACLS, but the program prepares students to independently sit for a national phlebotomy certification exam upon completion.
• Career Outcomes: Graduates are eligible to independently sit for a national phlebotomy certification exam, qualifying them for roles involving blood specimen collection and processing.