Phlebotomy

Why Phlebotomy? 

Phlebotomists play a vital role in healthcare by acquiring a quality specimen for physicians to diagnose, medicate, and treat their patients. In this 16-week course, you will learn basic phlebotomy skills. Enhance your professionalism, bedside manner, and how you relate this medical procedure to your patient. After successful completion of this class, you’ll gain Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) credentials through the National Healthcareer Association®.

Program Details

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Format: On Campus
In-District Tuition: $169/credit hour
Out-of-District Tuition: $337/credit hour
Course Option: View Course Option
Financial Considerations: View Financial Considerations

Course Highlights

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for phlebotomists is expected to grow 23% from 2016-2026, faster than the average for all occupations.  By the year 2024, projected regional jobs are to be approximately 600.

*Projected jobs are for regions roughly equating to HCC district 540.

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Course Option

Prerequisites:

Completion of MATH 087 and ENGL 099 is recommended.
Enrolled students need to be at least 18 years of age and have obtained a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Phlebotomy coursework:

MA 155
- This comprehensive course is designed to equip students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required for a successful career as a phlebotomist. Through hands-on training and classroom instruction, students will learn critical techniques for blood collection, patient care, and lab safety. Students will learn about different types of blood collection methods, including venipuncture and capillary puncture, as well as the use of various equipment such as needles, syringes, and blood collection tubes. The course also addresses specimen handling, processing, and the importance of accurate labeling to ensure the integrity of test results. Students will receive instruction and be required to demonstrate successful completion of 30 venipunctures on living individuals, and 10 successful capillary punctures, and demonstrate competence performing other basic laboratory skills. Additionally, this course will cover necessary safety procedures to keep the healthcare environment safe for patients and providers, as well as the communication skills necessary to provide clear and transparent care to diverse patients.
- Career and Technical Course: This course is a specific requirement for an Associate of Applied Science or certificate program and may not transfer. Please consult with your advisor about transferability.

Meet the Faculty

Kelsey Detweiler

Adjunct Instructor I

Teaches: Medical Assistant

Julie Hinz

Adjunct Instructor I

Teaches: Medical Assistant Program

Tara Jacoby

Associate Professor

Teaches: Nursing

Mark Kozlar

Adjunct Instructor I

Teaches: Medical Assistant Program

Attend an Information Meeting

It is strongly recommended that anyone interested in applying to the Medical Assistant program attend an information meeting. These sessions provide an overview of the program and the admission process. All meetings are held at the main campus in Normal, IL, unless otherwise noted.

Informational Session(s)
Room	Day and Time
Please register for this event here.	Tuesday, March 3rd at 5:00 PM.

Financial Considerations

Contact Financial Aid for information about scholarships or other assistance with program costs.

Heartland Community College tuition for credit courses is based on residency in district 540. Additional fees may apply. Click here for more information about residency.

Please see here for additional information on how to apply for Work Ready scholarships.