Phlebotomy Technician
Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, donation, or research. They may explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.
Blinn's Phlebotomy Technician Program provides students with a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and precautions. Students learn techniques for collecting with vacuum devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles, and blood culture specimen collection on adults, children, and infants. The program emphasizes infection prevention, proper patient identification, proper specimen labeling, specimen handling, and quality assurance.
To enroll in the Phlebotomy Technician Program, students must first participate in a mandatory healthcare information session.
Program Highlights
The Phlebotomy Technician Program consists of three course sequences. The 48-hour classroom portion focuses on the theoretical mastery of phlebotomy rules, regulations, and practices. Students must pass a skills test before moving onto the second sequence, a 12-hour pre-clinical setting focused on developing the student's professional skills.
Upon passing the previous sequence, the student moves onto the third sequence, a 48-hour clinical experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts as supervised by the clinical profession.
Registration opens soon for May, Summer, and Fall classes!
Registration for May minimester and summer classes opens for all students at 9 a.m. on Monday, April 1st. Registration for fall classes opens at 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 3rd. For assistance, contact Academic Advising or call Enrollment Services at 979-830-4800. You also can schedule a tour of any of our six campuses!
Program FAQ
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, phlebotomists earn a median salary of $36,320 per year. The national demand for phlebotomists is expected to grow 22% between 2020 and 2030, generating 28,800 new jobs nationwide. Phlebotomist is ranked in the best careers in healthcare support, according to U.S. News & World Report. It is also ranked in the 100 best jobs overall.
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Duddlesten Foundation awards the Blinn College District another $100,000 grant for career and technical education scholarships
Gift from the Wayne Duddlesten Foundation will benefit students in Associate of Applied Science and career and technical education programs