About
Onondaga Community College Phlebotomy Program
Embark on a rewarding career in healthcare with Onondaga Community College's comprehensive Phlebotomy program. This 7-week, hands-on training program provides the essential skills to safely draw blood for various medical purposes, preparing you for immediate employment in a vital role. Benefit from coordinated clinical placements, gaining practical experience that ensures you are job-ready upon graduation. Located on a scenic 280-acre campus with views of Syracuse and Onondaga Lake, you'll learn in an engaging environment supported by extensive student services and a vibrant campus life.
Program Details:
- Cost: $1,300, full payment required at registration
- Duration: 7 weeks
- Schedule: Primarily in-person with clinical placements Monday through Friday during daytime hours; combines online lectures with in-person labs and clinical rotations
- Prerequisites: Completion of a Health Compliance Packet (current physical examination, TB testing, immunizations) and potential New York State background check for some clinical sites.
- Accreditations: Institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The program prepares students for the nationally-recognized ASCP Phlebotomy Technician Certification Exam.
- Career Outcomes: Prepares graduates for certification and employment in the phlebotomy field.
Organization
Onondaga Community College
Onondaga Community College is a community college in Syracuse, New York, with direct-to-career and transfer education. Its occupational fields include Advanced Manufacturing - Machining Certificate, Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Associate's Degree in Cybersecurity, Associate's Degree in Nursing, Automotive Service Technician, and Certified Nursing Assistant, among others. The college also organizes learning across health, wellness, human services, technology, engineering, computing, business, communication, liberal arts, and sciences. Its workforce development offerings include industry-recognized credentials and hands-on training. The campus covers 280 acres and includes seven academic buildings, residence halls, student clubs, athletics, and student support services. Onondaga Community College also provides community education, public safety training, corporate education, and early college programs, extending its educational offerings beyond traditional degree pathways.