Why study phlebotomy?
Studying phlebotomy involves learning the skills necessary to safely and effectively draw blood from patients for diagnostic and medical purposes. This may include learning about venipuncture, blood collection techniques, infection control and patient communication. Phlebotomists work in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and laboratories. Certification and licensure requirements vary by state, but many phlebotomy programs offer certification options upon completion of coursework and clinical hours.
What You’ll Learn to Become a Certified Phlebotomist at Forsyth Tech
Forsyth Tech values hands-on experience and practical knowledge, so if you would like to earn your certification with us, you need to be comfortable sticking and being stuck with needles; this is called venipuncture.
You will also learn other critical aspects of a phlebotomist’s job, including maintenance of equipment used in obtaining blood specimens, patient communication skills, the selection of venipuncture sites, the care of blood specimens and the entry of the testing process into the computer.
Phlebotomy
Certificate
Time to Complete:
5 months
Schedule:
Classes begin in March and October
Learn how to safely and efficiently draw blood from patients for testing or transfusion purposes. Coursework will include learning about blood collection techniques, patient interaction and infection control. Upon course completion, you’ll be ready to work in hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and blood banks, and you may also have opportunities to specialize in specific areas of phlebotomy.
Career Tracks
- Phlebotomist
Affording Your Classes
Get the education you deserve without spending your days worrying about how to afford it. Our financial aid team can help you chart a path to paying for college, including through debt-free grants and scholarships.
Financial Aid 101LEAP Into Your Career
Adult learners may also be eligible to apply to LEAP, the Learn and Earn Apprenticeship Program at Forsyth Tech. Qualified students in LEAP will be provided with tuition waivers or grants, an internship (frequently paid), and can even be paid to attend class.
Student Support Services
The Forsyth Tech Cares program supports students so they can succeed, including access to financial assistance, health services, and confidential counseling.
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Forsyth Tech is located at:
2100 Silas Creek Parkway,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103