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Phlebotomy Program
Tuition: $2,000
CDPH Approved Phlebotomy Training Program
CDPH approved Courses For Phlebotomists, Trainings, Classes, & Onsite Programs (Servicing Students Throughout: Los Angeles, Burbank, Glendale, Northridge, Pacoima, North Hollywood, Reseda, Granada Hills, and more!)
CDPH Approved Phlebotomy Program is a 80 hour program that requires 2 week of training and provides the necessary knowledge and skills. The course comprises a series of lectures and clinical experiences specifically designed for phlebotomy training.
Los Angeles Career College, is a highly rated school in LA for aspiring Phlebotomists.
Our program can help you become a Licensed Phlebotomist in California! Check out our career programs, trainings, short courses, and classes servicing all throughout California (Los Angeles, Glendale, Northridge, North Hollywood, Reseda, Granada Hills, North Hills, Van Nuys, Mission Hills, West Hills, and beyond).
Our Benefits
- CDPH Approved Course
- Official Phlebotomy Test Center
- Clinical in Hospital Settings
Total Cost Includes
- Registration Fee
- Equipment & Course Materials
- Clinical Site Placement
Program Length and Duration
Check out the program’s schedule and duration below.
Weekday morning, weekday evening and weekend sessions are available for this Los Angeles phlebotomy course. The program totals 80 hours, including 40 lab hours and 40 lecture hours.
Weekdays: Monday – Friday
Evenings: Monday – Thursday
Weekends: Saturdays Only
Prerequisites
- All students must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
- Must be a California Resident
- Proof of good health / Health Clearance. A letter indicating that the student does not have any health conditions that would create a hazard to him/her and patients or visitors. Due before clinical training begins.
- In order to attend this Los Angeles Career College Phlebotomy class, all students must be free from conviction by any court (other than minor traffic convictions) or have clearance from the California Department of Health Services.
- Must be able to exert 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally, 10-25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
Program Highlights
- This program is designed for people who plan to work for a clinical laboratory or public health department, clinic, or hospital. The course combines 40-hours classroom instruction and a 40-hours off-site clinical internship to provide students with a comprehensive learning experience.
- Lectures include but are not limited to the anatomy and medical terminology pertaining to the circulatory system, specimen collection, risk factors, complications and quality assurance in specimen collection.
- Practical instruction provides hands-on training in venipuncture technique with procedures verified through a skills check-off system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Phlebotomy
A Phlebotomy Technician is responsible for drawing quality blood samples from patients or donors. They also prepare blood samples for medical testing.
As a Phlebotomy Tech, you will play a key role in both the patient experience and the facility’s medical team. Many patients experience fear and anxiety during blood draws, so the Phlebotomy Technician can help ease the patient’s worry and make them feel more comfortable
Successfully pass a CDPH approved Phlebotomy Program and externship. Successfully pass national examination and receive national certificate. Apply to the state of California for the Phlebotomy license.
Los Angeles Career College Ofers CDPH approved program with externship in a hospital setting. Also we are a national test center for phlebotomy program.
You will need a high school diploma (or equivalent) to become licensed as a Phlebotomist in California.
As long as you have the equivalent of a High School Diploma from your country that will be okay. However, your paperwork must also be in English, so sometimes translation will be required.
We offer Weekday, Weekend and Evening classes. Our class dates are available on our website or by giving us a call at (818)766-1111
There is no deadline for registration. As long as the course is displayed on our website-that means that it is open for you to register for it. Once the class fills up or starts, the course will automatically close and will no longer be on display on the website.
Attendance at every class is vital to your ability to take and pass the national exam. If unforeseen circumstances arise, we will do our best to work with you on making up what you missed. Please do your best to plan your schedule ahead of time to attend every class, as makeup classes can be hard to come by.
We advise you to participate in having your blood drawn in order to understand what others experience when you will draw their blood. We adhere to the practice of "I stick you, you stick me" in the classroom, in order to provide our students with exceptional hands-on training. There is also a required number of draws that need to be met.
In the state of California, yes, it is required. The program manager will assign you to your clinical externship upon completion of the 40 hour didactic training. You will have to complete a total of 40 hours at your externship location.
As a phlebotomist you must take a national examination to be Nationally certified.
50 venipuncture and 10 skin punctures.
Completion of 40 hours of didactic training and 40 hours clinical training.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1 certificate authorizes you to preform skin puncture and venipuncture blood collection.
You must complete a total of 6 continuing education hours by an accredited academic institution and submit it for online renewal.
You must complete 10 continuing education credits on your candidate account at NHANOW.com
No, you cannot work until you are licensed as a phlebotomist by the the state.
Yes we do offer job placement and our program coordinators will work very closely with you to connect you with local businesses that are currently hiring Phlebotomists.
It takes a median of 90 days after a complete application is received for LFS staff to process an application.
We accept all major debit and credit cards. We also accept cash/checks. Payments can be made online when registering or in person.
All students must wear LACC scrub top with black scrub bottoms for didactic and clinical training.
School Uniform, BLS Certification, NHA Exam fee, Licensing fee
Occupational Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of phlebotomists is projected to grow 23 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. Bloodwork is always needed in hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, blood donor centers, and many other locations. With an aging population, phlebotomy techs are even more necessary.
Projected Income After Graduation
In 2015, the median income for Phlebotomy Technicians was $31,630. The highest-paying employers were pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturers, who offer a median salary of around $48,760, per the BLS.
Placement Services
The graduate services staff assists students in their job searches after they have successfully completed their studies, by offering information on job opportunities and temporary assignments and guidance in resume preparation and interviewing techniques.
LACC makes reasonable efforts to satisfy the wishes of a graduate as to location and type of employment. The more flexible a graduate can be regarding initial employment, the easier it is for the school to assist in the placement process.
In addition to the graduate services available to students, career-planning concepts are also integrated into the curriculum in all programs. Students participate in specific sessions that cover interviewing techniques, networking, resume writing, and professional dress and conduct.