Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Phlebotomy Technician Training (Fast-Track)
A. Course Objective: Prepares student to have the technical skills needed to enter the healthcare industry as an entry-level phlebotomist.
Description: Students will gain skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper venipuncture techniques and standard precautions. Includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture, and specimen collection on adults. The Phlebotomy Technician program includes theory and hands-on instruction. Students who successfully complete the course requirements can prepare and sit for the National Healthcare Association Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Examination.
Competencies to be achieved:
PLB 101 Phlebotomy Technician Training (6 cr): Students will gain skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper venipuncture techniques and standard precautions. Includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture, and specimen collection on adults.
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
In-State: $1461.50
Out-of-State: $ 1521.50
Tuition (effective summer 2024):
In-state: $582.00
Out-of-State: $642.00
Fees:
PLB 101: $400 fee
Bus Fee: $6 (per semester, fall/spring only)
Technology Fee: $30 ($5 per credit hour)
Total Books: $100.00
Total Program requirements: $343.50
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
- PLB 101: Phlebotomy Handbook, 10th Ed (ISBN: 9780134709321) $100.00
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Program Requirements: Cost may vary based on personal preference
- Uniform: $40 Caribbean Blue
- Program Patch: $8.50
- AWC Allied Health ID Badge: $10
- CPR Card (BLS for Healthcare Providers): $45
- Fingerprint Clearance Card: $73
- Tuberculosis Screening: $20 - $30
- Drug Test (7-10 Panel): $40
- COVID -19 Vaccine (2 Vaccines Required): $80 ($40 each dose)
- Influenza Vaccine (Can Decline): $17
Total maximum cost of program requirements: $343.50
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Anthony Herrera, Grants and Workforce Special Programs Coordinator
Email: Anthony.Herrera@azwestern.edu
Phone number: (928) 317-6339
F. Direct Website link to the program:
https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/az-quest-grant-programs/phlebotomy-technician-training
G. Additional information:
- Effective Fall 2024 semester, prerequisites will be in place for this course. See the AWC Course Catalog or Course Schedule for more details.
- This program earns students college credit and requires an application and admission to Arizona Western College in order to register.
- Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
- Government ID
- Volunteer Consent and Emergency Contact Form
- Up-to-date Immunization record
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://www.azwestern.edu/paying-for-college
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
- Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes.
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: National Healthcare Association.
- Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Associates of Applied Science in Medical Assistant or other Allied Health program
- Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, May be transferred to other regions without additional training
- Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes, Higher Learning Commission
Link to Accrediting Website: https://www.hlcommission.org/
J. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. As of 1/17/24, 46 of 89 students (52%) have earned the postsecondary credential between 1/9/23-1/9/24.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
8
Hours
6
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
2020 S. Ave 8E, Yuma, Arizona
Local WIB
9 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yuma County
Name of Credential
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
N/A
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Higher Learning Commission
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$100.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$343.50 Uniform/Patch, ID Badge, CPR/BLS card, FIngerprint Clearance, TB Screening, Drug Test, COVID-19 vaccine, Flu vaccine
In-State Tuition
$582.00
Other Fees
$36.00 $6 Bus Fee (per semester; fall/spring only); Technology fee $5 per credit hour
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$642.00
Registration Fee
$400.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,461.50
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$1,521.50
