Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) | Abilene Christian University

Become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Certified Phlebotomy Technician This asynchronous, online phlebotomy training will also introduce you to performing basic point-of-care testing, such as reading blood glucose levels, preparing blood, urine, and other specimens for testing, and maintaining medical equipment such as needles, test tubes, and blood vials. The medical terminology training module introduces key concepts about medical language and human anatomy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of body systems in health and disease. For those with prior knowledge of medical terminology, you can optionally test out by achieving a minimum score of 80%, replacing course content if desired. This course feature only applies to the Medical Terminology portion.

The course includes a lab kit for assignments and aligned simulations for practice. You will have the opportunity to participate in a clinical experience (see full disclaimer under Prerequisites and Certification Requirements below).

Upon eligibility, a complimentary voucher to sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) is provided (review full details under Prerequisites and Certification Requirements below). You will need to successfully complete all assignments with a 70% before you can complete the midterm or final exam.

This course is 100% online. Start anytime.

Please note: This course does not meet state requirements for students intending to work in California. Ensure that the Certified Phlebotomy Technician course meets your state’s requirements. Students utilizing the MyCAA scholarship should know that it can only be used towards tuition; it cannot be applied towards physical textbooks, materials, and/or other fees.

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Meet the Instructors

Rox Ann Sparks, DNP, MSN, RN, CNE, CMHIMP, LNC

Dr. Rox Ann Sparks is an experienced nurse who has cared for patients and students in nearly every healthcare setting, with 35 years of practice in emergency medicine. Her nursing career has led her from obtaining her CNA, LVN, RN, and MSN to a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP).

Dr. Barry Martin

Dr. Barry Martin has been working in the medical lab for the past 15 years as a certified medical laboratory scientist. Dr. Martin received his doctorate degree from Liberty University, his master’s degree from NC A&T State University, and undergraduate degrees from Winston-Salem State University, UNCG, & Lenoir-Rhyne College. Dr. Martin has a vast amount of experience working in the lab and enjoys sharing his knowledge with others.

Dr. Georgia McCauley

Dr. Georgia McCauley has over 25 years of experience as a phlebotomy and medical laboratory science educator and over 40 years as a certified medical laboratory scientist. She earned her Ph.D. from Northcentral University, Prescott, Arizona, an MBA and BS from Franklin University, Columbus, Ohio, and an AAS from Columbus State Community College. Currently, Dr. McCauley is a professor in the Clinical Laboratory Science Department at Winston-Salem State University, Winston-Salem, NC, where she serves as Chair and Program Director.

Barrie M. Lange-Schneithorst

Barrie M. Lange-Schneithorst, MBA, BSHA, CHCO, CBCS, is a Director of Clinic and Administration Operations and Compliance. She began working in the healthcare industry in 1987 as a medical underwriter with BCBS and has managed and overseen the operations of numerous medical, surgical, and urgent care clinics. Ms. Lange-Schneithorst has taught and assisted with curriculum development in allied health services for over ten years, specializing in phlebotomy, anatomy and physiology, healthcare administration, billing and coding, electronic medical records (EMRs), healthcare statistics and analytics, HIPAA compliance, medical insurance, medical terminology, and medical law and ethics.

Medical Terminology Instructors

Our medical terminology course section is taught by multiple experienced instructors. See here for a full list of these instructors.

Instructor Interaction: The instructor looks forward to interacting with learners in the online moderated discussion area to share their expertise and answer any questions on the course content.

Certified Phlebotomy Technician FAQs

What is a phlebotomy technician? What does a phlebotomy technician do?

Phlebotomy technicians are responsible for drawing blood needed for tests, donations, transfusions, and research, conducting patient interviews, checking patients’ vital signs, and transporting blood samples to the laboratory for testing.

Where do certified phlebotomy technicians work?

Whether you choose to work in a hospital, medical lab, blood donation center, or doctor’s office, phlebotomy technicians perform an essential function our healthcare system by working directly with patients as well as doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals.

Course Overview

Course Objectives

Summarizing the role and the responsibilities of a phlebotomy technician
Ability to describe basic anatomy as it applies to blood and function
Applying quality and safety measures as they relate to phlebotomy
Preparing for blood collection
Performing sample collections
Executing post-collection procedures
Choosing ethical behavior that upholds the rights and dignity of patients
Preparing for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), with a voucher available upon eligibility

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Prerequisites and Requirements

To participate in the competency activities and receive feedback from your instructor, you will need to have access to a video camera (on the phone or other device of familiarity) and be able to upload the video as a .mp4 file to the assignment pages for review. These activities are required to pass the course.

To sit for the NHA CPT exam, you must have a high school diploma or equivalent. It is recommended that you have this before enrolling in this program. In addition, for NHA certification, you must successfully complete the required number of venipunctures and dermal punctures. Certification exams offered by NHA are only available online to candidates located in the U.S.

Funding Disclaimer: For Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded students, please consult with your funding source representative before taking advantage of this course’s test-out feature. Different funding programs may have specific requirements and/or restrictions. If you attempt the test-out feature(s) in the Medical Terminology course without getting approval, your funding benefits may be jeopardized.

Clinical Experience Requirements

Disclaimer: To qualify for the clinical experience application process, students must successfully complete the online course and ensure their account balances are current (at a minimum). It is important to note that ed2go cannot guarantee placement at any clinical site, and students must take full responsibility for fulfilling their clinical requirements. However, our affiliated partnerships can increase the likelihood of finding a site that matches students’ needs. Students can begin researching the steps of the application process two weeks before completing courses.

Job Outlook

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the average phlebotomist salary was $43,660 in May 2024. Salary can depend on your location. For example, California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and Georgia are the states with the highest employment levels for phlebotomists. Certified phlebotomy technicians earn $51,108 a year according to ZipRecruiter, indicating salaries will vary depending on your location, experience, employer, and other factors.

Online Phlebotomy Technician Certification Training