Phlebotomy

Locations: Lehi | Spanish Fork

Program length
8 weeks

Total cost
$600

Registration opens
4/23/2024

Locations
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Program length
8 weeks

Total cost
$600

Registration opens
now

Locations
See Map

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UTAH SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION (USHE) DESCRIPTION:
This course provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to become competent phlebotomists. The program provides hands-on, competency-based technical education through classroom and laboratory instruction as well as hands-on practice. Lectures are given on basic and advanced phlebotomy including the healthcare setting, overview of the human body, blood collection procedures, and special collection procedures. Laboratory skills being taught include but are not limited to:

  • Multi-sample Needle
  • Urinalysis
  • Butterfly Needle
  • Proper Patient Identification
  • Needle to Syringe and Transfer
  • Glucose Testing
  • Special Procedures
  • Blood Cultures
  • Newborn Screen
  • Test Requisitions
  • Hemoglobin
  • Order of Draw
  • Hematocrit
  • Specimen Transport
  • Syncope
  • Centrifugation


Students will draw blood from classmates and volunteers to gain practical experience. All students are required to participate as a patient and phlebotomist with their classmates.

Upon completion students are eligible to take the National Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam. Graduates are able to work as a phlebotomist and use their phlebotomy skills in a variety of hospitals, care centers, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

100% Completion This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee completion of the program.

76% Placement This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee placement after the program.

Avg. salary $35k-$36k Wage data represents an estimate sourced directly from Career One Stop. Actual salaries may vary.

This program is eligible for Veterans Aid! Learn more

Registration Opens:
This program is considered “non-term”, which means there are multiple registration dates throughout the year. Here are the registration dates with the correlating start date:

REGISTRATION DATE:now3/1/20244/23/20244/23/20244/23/20244/23/20242/19/2025
NEXT START DATE:3/21/246/6/20248/19/202410/21/20241/6/253/17/255/27/25
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Minimum Age Requirement: 17 years old. High school students must be in their senior year.

Registration opens at 8:00 AM on the Student Portal, and remains open until classes are full.

  • Complete and satisfy score requirements on the Entrance Assessment administered by the Testing Center.
SECTIONCAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
Spring 2024Lehi Campus1053/21/20245/16/2024*2:45 PM5:45 PMM-Th
Spring 2024Spanish Fork Campus1053/21/20245/16/2024*6:00 PM9:00 PMM-Th
Summer 2024Lehi Campus3056/6/20248/1/20242:45 PM5:45 PMM-Th
Summer 2024Spanish Fork Campus1056/6/20248/1/20246:00 PM9:00 PMM-Th
Fall 2024Lehi Campus3058/19/202410/9/20242:45 PM5:45 PMMonday-Thursday
Fall 2024Lehi Campus3058/19/202410/9/20246:00 PM9:00 PMMonday-Thursday
Fall 2024Lehi Campus30510/21/202412/16/20242:45 PM5:45 PMMonday-Thursday
Fall 2024Lehi Campus30510/21/202412/16/20246:00 PM9:00 PMMonday-Thursday
Winter 2025Lehi Campus3051/6/252/27/20252:45 PM5:45 PMMonday-Thursday
Winter 2025Lehi Campus3051/6/252/27/20256:00 PM9:00 PMMonday-Thursday
Spring 2025Lehi Campus3053/17/255/8/20252:45 PM5:45 PMMonday-Thursday
Spring 2025Lehi Campus3053/17/255/8/20256:00 PM9:00 PMMonday-Thursday
Summer 2025Lehi Campus3055/27/257/17/252:45 PM5:45 PMMonday-Thursday
Summer 2025Lehi Campus1055/27/257/17/256:00 PM9:00 PMMonday-Thursday
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Total hours: 90

Course Descriptions
 
Course NameCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course FeesIndustry Exam Fee
Phlebotomy I6020$240.00$100.00$0.00
Phlebotomy II3010$120.00$50.00$0.00
TOTALS:9030$360.00$150.00$0.00
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$360.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Application Fee:$0.00
Student Fees:$150.00
Required Materials:$50.00
Industry Exam Fee:$0.00
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Note: High school students attend MTECH tuition free, and are only responsible for fees and materials.

Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.

Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program.

While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

Required MaterialsQuantityNotes (ISBN numbers, etc)Cost
Scrubs2 Cost is for two sets $50.00
Total Cost of Required Materials$50.00
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Optional MaterialsNotes (ISBN numbers, quantity, etc)Cost
Phlebotomy Essentials Textbook, 7th Edition978-128-420-9945$88.00
NHA Online Study PackageStrongly Recommended; not available in bookstores$84.00
NHA National Phlebotomy Certification ExamStrongly Recommended; not required for employment$129.00
Total Cost of Optional Materials$301.00
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  • MTECH Program Certificate in Phlebotomy Technician
  • Students are eligible to take the national Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Do I have to be 18 yrs old to start the program?
You must be 17 yrs old and at least a senior in high school to take the program. If you are still 17 yrs old at the completion of the program, it may be difficult to find employment until reaching 18 yrs old and completion of HS. These restrictions depend on the employer.

Do I need to buy my own scrubs for class?
Yes, you will need to purchase at least two pairs of scrubs to have at the start of class. You may buy any brand and color of scrubs for our program. They need to fit well and be appropriate for a healthcare setting. No company logos can be on the scrubs in the classroom (ex, Intermountain, Revere, Biolife, etc.).

How many days can I be absent while in this program?
You are only allowed 3 absences due to the short timeline of the program. Anything over 3 absences, will not complete the program with certification.

Will I need to have blood draws done on me when I am in the class?
Yes, all students are required to participate as a patient and a phlebotomist with their classmates.

How to Apply

Submit MTECH Application

Applying is free and easy! When you apply, please choose “undecided” as your program choice. You will select Phlebotomy after being accepted to MTECH.

Take the Entrance Assessment

Admission requirements may be met by taking the Entrance Assessment OR by providing qualifying documentation. The Entrance Assessment can be taken at a Testing Center, and qualifying documents can be sent to transcripts@mtec.edu.

Learn more about the assessment HERE

Register for Phlebotomy

Once previous steps have been completed, eligibility is met to register for the first course within each program. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Tuition and fees are due for the first course upon registration.

Prospective students can register through the Student Portal, or in person at Student Services.

Need more information?

Program Coordinator
Cody Baird

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Program length
8 weeks
Total cost
$600
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Course Descriptions

Phlebotomy I
PHLB 1010
Students will learn about the past and present of phlebotomy practices, infection control, equipment, safety, the circulatory system, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, preanalytical consideration, venipuncture, straights venipuncture, butterfly venipuncture, special collections, patient identification, and other relevant skills.
Phlebotomy II
PHLB 1020
Students will learn about advanced phlebotomy procedures to ensure adequate knowledge and skills in their professional field. Students will be able to hone their communication skills as well as their phlebotomy skills, while practicing real life scenarios in a controlled classroom environment. Students will be learning about phlebotomy jobs and how to prepare for the field by applying and demonstrating all skills learned.
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