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PURPOSE


The Phlebotomy program prepares students for employment as phlebotomists through hands-on training in safe and accurate blood collection, specimen identification, labeling, handling, processing, and transport. Students learn capillary and venipuncture techniques for patients of different ages while developing the communication, patient-care, infection-control, laboratory, safety, and professional skills needed to protect specimen integrity and support reliable test results.

 

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PROGRAM STRUCTURE


OCP A

Basic Healthcare Worker

Length: 90 Hours

 

OCP B

Phlebotomist

Length: 75 Hours

 

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Requirements

Age 18+ 

 

 

Academic skill level
required to complete program: 

Reading 10,  Math 10 Language/Writing 10

 

 

Diploma

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Pre-Registration

Fingerprinting Background Check

CPR Certification

 

Certification(s)

Certified Phlebotomy Technician - National Certification

 

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Advisory Salary Range: 


 

Florida Panhandle:  
Low- $18,143.00

High - $52,216.00

 

State Average: $31,213.00

National Average: $34,037.00

General Average: $33,254.00

 

Percentage Rates: 

Program Completion - 100%

Program Placement  - 77%

Program Certification Pass - 100%

License/Certification(s)  Required

 

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN


Blood Collection 
& Specimen Handling

Develop the skills to safely perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection while properly identifying, labeling, handling, transporting, and processing specimens to ensure accurate laboratory results.

 

Infection Control
& Patient Safety

Learn infection prevention, standard precautions, OSHA guidelines, safety procedures, and quality assurance practices that protect patients, healthcare professionals, and specimen integrity.

 

Patient Care &
Professional Communication

Build confidence in communicating with patients of all ages by developing professionalism, empathy, patient identification procedures, and techniques for reducing anxiety while providing quality care.

 

Laboratory Procedures
& Equipment

Gain hands-on experience using phlebotomy equipment, selecting appropriate collection supplies, following laboratory protocols, and maintaining accurate documentation throughout the specimen collection process.

 

Medical Knowledge &
Healthcare Standards

Develop an understanding of basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, laboratory testing procedures, legal responsibilities, ethics, and regulatory standards that guide professional phlebotomy practice.

 

Career Readiness &
Clinical Experience

Prepare for employment as a Phlebotomist by applying classroom knowledge through hands-on laboratory practice and clinical experiences while developing the technical skills, professionalism, and confidence needed for success in hospitals, laboratories, physician offices, blood donation centers, and other healthcare settings.

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

 

$1,572.80

In-State
See Cost Breakdown for Out-of-State and Differential

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Pell Eligible 

NO

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Career Source

YES

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Tri-County

NO

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Online

NO

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PROGRAM RESOURCES