Sierra College Phlebotomy Skills Certificate Program

Unlock your potential in the rapidly growing healthcare field with Sierra College's Phlebotomy Skills Certificate program. This comprehensive training prepares you for Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT-1) certification, equipping you with essential hands-on experience in venipuncture procedures and a strong foundation in infection control, safety, and patient care. Benefit from award-winning faculty, extensive student support, and a flexible hybrid learning model that balances online lectures with vital in-person clinical practice. Join a program recognized for its commitment to student success and practical skills development.

Program Details:

• Cost: Approximately $161 in tuition
• Duration: Approximately one semester (about 18 weeks) including two concurrent courses, plus a 40-hour externship.
• Schedule: Hybrid format with online lecture portions and in-person laboratory components conducted at clinical sites.
• Prerequisites: Must be 18 years or older; High school diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, CHSPE); Valid Social Security Number; Completion or concurrent enrollment in ALH 0010 (Introduction to Phlebotomy) with a grade of C or better; Enrollment in ALH 0011 (Phlebotomy Clinical Practicum) which requires completion or concurrent enrollment in ALH 0010; Completion of application and attendance at orientation.
• Accreditations: Institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), part of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) as an authorized phlebotomy training program.
• Career Outcomes: Comprehensive training for Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT-1) certification.