Phlebotomy Technicians are medical professionals who take blood samples for testing. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, phlebotomy technicians earn a median salary of $36,320 per year. Technicians are also in high demand with an expected job growth rate of 22% through 2030! 

While Florida does not require that phlebotomy technicians have certification, employers may prefer it. Training is a vital component to becoming an employed phlebotomy technician as well, and it qualifies you to take a variety of phlebotomy certification exams. 

Phlebotomy Training 

You can become a trained phlebotomy technician at Compu-Med Vocational Careers. The phlebotomy technician program is only eight weeks long and may prepare you for an entry-level phlebotomist career. 

Students take courses in Anatomy and Physiology and in Phlebotomy Safety and Bloodborne Diseases. Additionally, students learn to work with the equipment that a phlebotomist will use on a daily basis as well as the techniques used for drawing blood. 

The training is comprehensive for working in the field as a phlebotomist. Drawing patient blood for testing is an essential role within the medical field. It requires patience and precision. As a Compu-Med student, you may learn the ins and outs of this career and how to perform your essential duties. 

Take a phlebotomy certification exam 

If you decide to get certification after earning your diploma, you have several options. You can check to see if an employer requires a national certification and, if so, which certification provider that they prefer. Your diploma from Compu-Med shows that you trained as a phlebotomist but the national certifications may give you an advantage in some workplaces. 

Before registering for an exam, evaluate the costs and the time it takes for the exam. Make sure to review your studies to be prepared for it. Follow all instructions for the exam. If you need accommodations, make sure to set that up with the exam provider ahead of time. 

The following entities provide phlebotomy certifications:

• National Healthcare Association ( NHA)
• American Medical Technologist (AMT)
• American Society for Clinical Pathology ( ASCP)
• National Center for Competency Testing ( NCCT)
• American Certification Agency (ACA)
• National Phlebotomy Association (NPA)
• American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT)

Are you ready to enroll in the phlebotomy program and take that first step toward a new career? Contact us today to get started!