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Phlebotomy Technician Program at Western Nebraska Community College

The Phlebotomy Technician program at Western Nebraska Community College offers a fast-tracked path to a rewarding career in healthcare. This one-semester, 16.5-credit hour hybrid program uniquely blends online learning with essential in-person lab sessions and clinical practice, preparing students with the critical skills needed for certified phlebotomy practice. Graduates are ready to confidently enter the workforce, benefiting from a curriculum approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) and credits that can seamlessly apply toward an AAS degree in Medical Laboratory Technician, providing a clear pathway for continued professional growth.

Program Details:

  • Cost: Approximately $3,645 to $3,720 for in-state students.
  • Duration: Typically completed in one semester, which is approximately 4 months.
  • Schedule: Hybrid format, combining online courses with in-person laboratory sessions and clinical practice.
  • Prerequisites: Must be at least 17 years of age; Must meet general admission requirements for WNCC; May be required to take the ACCUPLACER placement test; Must submit completed Phlebotomy Program application forms and admission checklists; Must provide an official high school transcript or equivalent.
  • Accreditations: Accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
  • Career Outcomes: Prepares students with essential skills for certified phlebotomy practice. Credits apply toward the AAS degree in Medical Laboratory Technician.

Organization

Western Nebraska Community College - Scottsbluff Campus

Western Nebraska Community College

Western Nebraska Community College is a public higher education institution located in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, offering over 70 degrees, diplomas, and certificates. It emphasizes community and student success, with a high graduate workforce entry or further education rate. The college provides a supportive environment with 28 student organizations and Cougar Athletics.

Highlights:

  • 100% of Panhandle high schools participate in WNCC's CollegeNOW! program, enabling early college opportunities
  • Mission to provide learning opportunities enriching lives, invigorating communities, and changing futures
  • Vision to be a leader in community college education, focused on student success, excellence in teaching, innovative and relevant programs, and community collaboration
  • Uniquely distinguished by its CollegeNOW! program, demonstrating a strong partnership with local high schools
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