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Phlebotomy Program at Paradise Valley Community College

The Phlebotomy program at Paradise Valley Community College offers a comprehensive and career-focused pathway for aspiring healthcare professionals. This program provides essential knowledge in anatomy, medical terminology, and blood collection techniques, coupled with invaluable hands-on clinical training in real-world settings. Designed to empower students for success, it prepares graduates to be eligible for national certification exams, ensuring they are well-equipped with the skills and credentials needed to excel in the rapidly growing healthcare industry.

Program Details:

  • Cost: The tuition starts as low as $97 per credit hour. Total cost depends on the number of credit hours or clock hours required for completion.
  • Duration: The Clinical Phlebotomy program can be completed in two semesters or less and requires 160 hours of clinical externship.
  • Schedule: The program is primarily delivered in-person with hands-on clinical training, and the college also offers hybrid formats that combine online and in-person instruction.
  • Prerequisites: A high school diploma or GED, the ability to fully participate in classroom, laboratory, or clinical setting activities, and submission of a current CPR card.
  • Accreditations: Paradise Valley Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a member of the North Central Association (NCA). The phlebotomy program prepares students for national certification exams but does not have a separately listed accreditation.
  • Career Outcomes: Unknown

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Paradise Valley Community College

Paradise Valley Community College

Located in Scottsdale, AZ, Paradise Valley Community College is a public community college offering over 60 certificate and associate degree programs, along with distinctive bachelor's degrees in Elementary and Special Education. Founded in 1987, the college focuses on empowering students and community service, providing diverse learning opportunities that help students achieve their academic and career goals.

Highlights:

  • Offers bachelor's degrees in Elementary and Special Education, a unique pathway for a community college
  • Mission to educate the whole person and serve students and community
  • Vision to be the higher learning organization of choice by creating engaging lifelong educational relationships
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