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.