Phlebotomy
The phlebotomy certificate provides hands-on training to develop the entry-level skills necessary to be employed as a phlebotomist. This one-semester program includes a lecture-lab environment with state-of-the-art simulation software and an internship in a clinical placement site.
Our training prepares you for industry certification with the National Health Careers Association to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician.
Upon acceptance into the phlebotomy classes, please plan to attend one of the mandatory phlebotomy orientations prior to the start of classes. The orientation date/time will be shared with students upon acceptance to the program. Classes will be held on the Auraria campus.
Our training prepares you for industry certification with the National HealthCareers Association to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician.
This program is not eligible for federal student aid.
Externship schedules during the second 7 weeks of the semester will be dependent upon assignment and internship site schedule.
How Much Can I Expect to Earn?
The median annual wage for phlebotomist was $20.10 hourly or $41,810 anually in May 2023.
The information provided here is by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook.
| Total of 2019 Graduates | Total Students Employed in their Field of Study | Total Students Who Have Transferred to 4-Year Degree or Other Institution |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | 4 | 3 |
The Phlebotomy program is a certificate program that prepares students for industry certification in their field. The Phlebotomy program may also be used to fulfill elective requirements towards the A.A.S. in Medical Assisting program as a stackable certificate pathway.
Applications for Fall 2024 are being accepted.
To begin the application process, please follow steps 1 through 5. The final step (step 6) provides you with a link to complete your online application to the program. If you have any questions about completing the steps outlined below, please contact Shelly Halper.
To register for the phlebotomy program, you must be a current CCD student. If you have not done so yet, please complete the free CCD application. When completing the application, enter either non-degree seeking or undeclared as the program option (you may not self-select the phlebotomy program as an option).
Complete the Phlebotomy application.
To be accepted into the phlebotomy program, you must determine your math and/or English course placement. This is defined as the following: obtain the scores indicated in the chart below by either taking the placement test, taking the Gateway College English Questionnaire, meeting the ACT/SAT score requirements, or submitting transcripts that show previous college classes to CCD’s Testing Center. Please follow the instructions from their office if you have previously taken college classes or meet the minimum scores on the SAT/ACT. The Testing Center will be able to waive your scores or college credits so that you will be able to register for classes. You can also meet with a Health Science Advisor to ensure you are College Ready in Math and English.
Use this chart as a guide if you have completed the classes below, taken the placement test, or ACT/SAT.
| READING | SENTENCE SKILLS | |
|---|---|---|
| PLACEMENT SCORE - OR | 80 or higher | 95 or higher |
| COMPLETED COURSES WITH A GRADE OF "C" OR BETTER - OR | CCR 092 | CCR 092 |
| ACT SCORE | 18 | 18 |
| SAT SCORE | 440 | 440 |
Follow the curriculum course map to identify the four first semester classes. All classes need to be taken in the first semester of the program.
The program chair and other departments will communicate with you providing important information regarding onboarding and participation in the Phlebotomy Program.
Those accepted into the program will also receive instructions regarding the following:
Background and drug screen through the CCCS CastleBranch website.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare professionals certification
- Complete medical history and physical exam
- Register for HPR 1020 and 1080 and pay for your classes. This certificate is not eligible for Financial Aid.
- Attend orientation.
- The department chair Shelly Halper will collect all required documents.
Program Orientation
Program Orientation will take place approximately one week prior to the start of classes.
