Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician Technical Certificate Program

Embark on a vital healthcare career with Southwest Tennessee Community College's Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician program. This technical certificate provides quality instruction in essential blood specimen collection and handling techniques, preparing you for immediate employment in diverse healthcare settings. Designed for aspiring professionals, the program's practical clinical requirements and focused curriculum ensure you gain the expertise needed to excel, offering a clear path to a rewarding future in medical laboratories, hospitals, or clinics.

Program Details:

• Cost: Approximately $3,730 to $4,130 (includes tuition and additional fees for uniforms, duty shoes, physical examinations).
• Duration: One-semester program, consisting of 18 semester credit hours.
• Schedule: Primarily delivered in-person.
• Prerequisites: Completion of prerequisite courses within one year of clinicals, submission of a written essay, and maintaining a minimum 2.0 GPA. Additional clinical requirements include background checks, drug tests, vaccines, and a physical exam.
• Accreditations: Approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Southwest Tennessee Community College is also accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
• Career Outcomes: Prepares students for employment in the healthcare field, specializing in blood specimen collection and handling.