The Phlebotomy Technician Program is a 120-hour classroom phase and followed by a minimum 100-hour / 120 unaided collections externship at a CLIA approved clinical site. Successful completion of the classroom and clinical externship will result in a Certificate of Completion in a Phlebotomy Technician Program.

The curriculum captures current phlebotomy techniques to prepare students for certification exams and success in their future practice. With the latest information on safety, instrumentation, laboratory information systems, legal issues, and diagnostic tests, students can handle the full range of issues and contingencies that this field demands. The program begins with an introduction to the healthcare setting, including infection control and quality assurance. It then instills an understanding of medical terminology and body systems with their associated disorders and diagnostic tests, setting the foundation for detailed descriptions/application of common blood collection procedures. Students close out the classroom phase of the program by learning about special procedures, including non-blood specimen collection, point-of-care tests, and arterial puncture procedures. Most importantly, students always practice what they have learned in the AMTI skill labs. Critical real-world experience is gained at each student’s assigned clinical externship. Students, however, must be willing and flexible to comply with the schedule associated with or identified by the externship site. 

Students should plan in advance for the exam fee of $135.00 which is required by the American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) to obtain the national phlebotomy certification of PBT(ASCP).  As a graduate of this program, the student is then a candidate, who may apply to obtain the PBT(ASCP) if qualified. By obtaining a designation of PBT(ASCP), you will demonstrate to employers that you are competent to carry out your responsibilities in this critical profession.  There are other certifications for Phlebotomy Technicians in the industry; however, ASCP’s certification, long considered the “gold standard,” is sought out by seven times more lab professionals than any other professional healthcare industry credentialing organization.  As such, the ASCP states that lab professionals holding an ASCP certification enjoy better job prospects, higher salaries and the respect of colleagues.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:

1. Develop knowledge of basic science concepts applicable to phlebotomy procedures.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the health care delivery system and medical terminology.
3. Demonstrate basic understanding of the anatomy and physiology of body systems and anatomic terminology in order to relate major areas of the clinical laboratory to general pathologic conditions associated with the body systems.
4. Demonstrate basic understanding of age-specific or psycho‐social considerations involved in the performance of phlebotomy procedures on various age groups of patients.
5. Demonstrate understanding of the importance of specimen collection and specimen integrity in the delivery of patient care.
6. Demonstrate understanding of quality assurance and quality control in phlebotomy.
7. Communicate (verbally and nonverbally) effectively and appropriately in the workplace.
8. Develop critical thinking and psychomotor skills sufficient to perform phlebotomy techniques and procedures such as specimen collecting, processing, handling, and transportation efficiently and accurately with minimum supervision.
9. Knowledge of collection equipment, various types of additives used, special precautions necessary and substances that can interfere in clinical analysis of blood constituents and computer applications.
10. Active awareness of potential laboratory hazards, infection control, and safety concerns.

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Copy of High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must complete the Phlebotomy Physical Form and have all required immunizations. The form is ensuring clearance for participation by a licensed health care provider. Prospective students must be able to meet all “essential functions”.
• The student must provide documentation of both health and accident insurance.
• Must have CPR at the Health Care Provider level and First Aid.
• Must be willing to submit to a criminal background check and/or drug screen if required.
• COVID-19 Vaccination is not required to attend the training on campus but is required for almost every employer, lab and hospital externship site, so not having your COVID-19 vaccination will limit your placement options and could drastically impact your ability to complete the program.

COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS:

• Complete 120-hours of classroom attendance with a minimum of 60 collections with an 80% success rate prior to the clinical phase
• Successfully complete 100 hours of a clinical externship to include 120 unaided collections.
• Score 80% or higher on chapter competency exams, skills assessments, and final classroom exam. Summary preceptor evaluation of clinical phlebotomy practicum must be at 85% or higher.
• Optional: Pass the optional ASCP National Certification Exam.

REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS:

1. Phlebotomy Essentials, 7th Edition, by R. E. McCall and C. M. Tankersley
2. Student Workbook for Phlebotomy, 7th Edition, by R. E. McCall and C. M. Tankersley

POST GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

Vocational opportunities as a Phlebotomist are within almost any healthcare setting, such as hospitals, independent laboratories, blood banks, plasma centers, physicians’ offices, home health care agencies, health clinics, and even outside a healthcare setting, such as working for a life insurance company. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics employment of phlebotomists is projected to grow 25 percent from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. Hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, blood donor centers, and other locations will need phlebotomists to perform bloodwork. Blood analysis remains an essential function in medical laboratories and hospitals. Demand for phlebotomists will remain high as doctors, and other healthcare professionals require bloodwork for analysis and diagnosis. The number of individuals who have access to health insurance is expected to continue to increase because of federal health insurance reform. There will be greater demand for blood tests and other bloodwork-related services, increasing the need for phlebotomists.

 

TUITION, COST AND FEES:

 

Course Tuition                                                $2,000

Registration Fee                                                 $200

Supply Fee                                                          $300

Technology Fee                                                  $100

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Total program cost due to AMTI                    $2,600.00

 

Supply Fee includes: use of textbook, lab materials and supplies, TB Skin Test, uniform top.

 

Additional costs not included and not payable to AMTI (subject to change):

My Clinical Exchange Orientation Fee*         $36.50 (payable to My Clinical Exchange)

ASCP National Certification Exam                $135 (payable to ASCP)

AMT National Certification Exam                 $120 (payable to AMT)

DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card**                 $67 (payable to Department of Public Safety)

Health Physical for Health Declaration          $20 (approx.)

Black Scrub Pants                                           $15 (approx.)

Immunizations (if not up-to-date)                  Costs will vary. Consult a healthcare professional.

*My Clinical Exchange Orientation is required and must be complete prior to proceeding to clinical externship.

** Many employers require fingerprint clearance prior to employment. Some externship sites may require you to obtain clearance before approval of your externship.

 

PAYMENT OPTIONS: 

1. Pay cost in full by the first day of class for a reduced rate. Phlebotomy students receive a $200 tuition reduction. Fees remain unchanged. Total program cost $2,400.
2. Balance of tuition options:

Option 1:                    2 Payments. Down payment of $1,300 with the balance of $1,300 due by the midway point of class (when 50% of total class hours have elapsed). Total program cost $2,600.

Option 2:                     3 Monthly Payments. Down payment of $950.00, followed by 3 monthly payments of $550. Tuition obligations must be satisfied in full to receive certificate.Total cost $2,600.

Option 3:                     6 Monthly Payments. Down payment of $950.00, followed by 6 monthly payments of $275. Tuition obligations must be satisfied in full to receive certificate.Total cost $2,600.