About
Phlebotomy/EKG Technician Program
Embark on a rewarding career in healthcare with the Phlebotomy/EKG Technician program at PATCH Career Institute. This program is designed to equip students with essential practical skills for medical technician roles, emphasizing hands-on training in classroom and simulated laboratory settings. Focusing on affordability and accessibility, PATCH Career Institute provides quality education that prepares students for immediate entry into the medical field, offering a pathway to a transformative career with flexible payment options and inclusive enrollment policies.
Program Details:
- Cost: $840, payable in 4 installments of $210 each.
- Duration: 8 weeks.
- Schedule: Primarily in-person, consisting of classroom and simulated laboratory settings.
- Prerequisites: Open enrollment; no high school diploma or GED required. Students need to complete a registration form and submit payment with a $3.00 convenience fee. Health background information may be requested.
- Accreditations: Not an accredited institution, as it offers certificate programs only. Licensed by the state of South Carolina. The Phlebotomy program includes a certification exam administered by PATCH Career Institute upon successful completion.
- Career Outcomes: Unknown
Organization
PATCH Career Institute
P.A.T.C.H. Career Institute
Based in North Charleston, SC, P.A.T.C.H. Career Institute is a higher education company specializing in medical and vocational training. They offer diverse programs including Pharmacy Tech (online and in-person), Nurse's Aide, Medical Coding, and a Phlebotomy/EKG Technician program. The institute emphasizes affordable, quality training with a primary focus on preparing students for healthcare careers, providing practical, hands-on experience in simulated laboratory settings. They are dedicated to making education accessible, especially for low to moderate income students.
Highlights:
- Offers free tuition for the online Pharmacy Tech course to residents of South Carolina and North Carolina
- Phlebotomy program delivered primarily in-person with classroom and simulated laboratory settings
- Phlebotomy program does not require a high school diploma or GED for enrollment
- Phlebotomy/EKG Technician program has a duration of 8 weeks