About
Phlebotomy Technician Program at Rio Grande Valley College
Embark on a rewarding journey in healthcare with Rio Grande Valley College's Phlebotomy Technician program. This accelerated course is meticulously designed to equip you with comprehensive skills in blood and non-blood collection, preparing you for immediate employment in diverse healthcare environments like hospitals and doctors' offices. Benefit from hands-on training and a curriculum focused on patient-centered care, ensuring you gain the practical expertise and professional readiness essential for a successful career. Join a program that emphasizes direct entry into the workforce, transforming your potential into tangible professional outcomes.
Program Details:
- Cost: Approximately $1,500
- Duration: 17 weeks (490 clock hours)
- Schedule: In-person (residential/on-campus)
- Prerequisites: Completion of PLB 100 Introduction to Phlebotomy
- Accreditations: Covered under institutional accreditation by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
- Career Outcomes: Prepares students for employment in hospitals, doctors' offices, and other healthcare facilities
Organization
Rio Grande Valley College
Rio Grande Valley College
Rio Grande Valley College, headquartered in Pharr, Texas, is a higher education institution focused on medical career training. It offers accelerated medical career programs, including a 5-semester Physical Therapist Assistant A.A.S. program, Vocational Nursing licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing, and Medical Assistant and Pharmacy Technician programs. The college is committed to the personal, intellectual, and professional growth of its students, empowering a diverse student population for successful careers in healthcare.
Highlights:
- Accelerated medical career programs designed for students to gain knowledge quickly and start their careers sooner
- One of the few institutions offering a Vocational Nursing program that prepares students to become licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing
- Phlebotomy Technician program is a 17-week course consisting of 490 clock hours
- Phlebotomy Technician program trains students in all tasks related to phlebotomy