GET THE SKILLS YOU NEED TO SHINE
The Phlebotomy Technician program includes two courses:
- PHB 100 Phlebotomy Technician Theory: 96 hours
- PHB 200 Phlebotomy Technician Practicum: 40 hours of clinical
The program provides accurate, up-to-date information in phlebotomy procedures and techniques. Students are exposed to a wide variety of phlebotomy duties, with an emphasis placed on routine and special collection procedures, equipment, patient identification and OSHA regulations.
Phlebotomy course topics:
- History of phlebotomy
- Quality assurance and legal issues
- Medical terminology
- Circulatory system
- Venipuncture specimen collection procedures
- Blood collection variables, complications and procedural errors
- Special collection procedures
- Non-blood specimens and tests
After completion of the PHB 100 course (completed at the GACTC), students complete the PHB 200 course, which is a 40-hour clinical experience with a laboratory facility. The practicum is typically first shift hours at a local medical facility (i.e. 7a-3p, 8a-4p). Students completing the program are able to work as phlebotomists in a wide range of laboratory settings including, but not limited to, physician offices, clinics, and hospitals. Upon completion of the course (theory and clinical), graduates are qualified to take the “Certified Phlebotomy Technician” certification exam through National Healthcare Association (NHA), which is administered at the GACTC.
Students may wish to pursue further medical training in a health related area such as Medical Lab Technician, Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
“The students from the Phlebotomy and Medical Assistant programs have been spot on when arriving to clinical rounds. They are well taught, ask questions, and are always willing to learn. These programs have provided quality individuals to facilities as employees at a time when healthcare needs them most.”
COST
Tuition, book, and lab materials: $1,700.00
A $100.00 nonrefundable fee is due upon acceptance into the program and is applied to the cost of the tuition.
Estimated cost of Certified Phlebotomy Technician Exam through National Healthcareer Association is $125.00. The exam fee is subject to change.
SCHEDULE
Program Schedule:
Spring 2026 session: – Our Spring 2026 session is currently full. We are now accepting applications for Fall and dates will be announced soon.
- Class sessions are Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning March 19 through June 9, 2026. All class sessions are held from 4:30 – 8:30 pm at the GACTC.
- Following successful completion of the above class sessions, students will participate in a 40-hour clinical rotation in phlebotomy with a local medical facility. The clinical rotation is first shift hours (i.e. 7 am to 3 pm, 8 am to 4 pm) for one week (Monday through Friday).
To be considered for admission to the Phlebotomy program, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Applicants must complete and submit the following items to be considered for the Phlebotomy Technician program:
- Application for Admission
- Copy of the applicant’s final high school transcript, documentation of completion of a high school equivalency (i.e.. GED), or equivalent foreign education as verified by a GACTC-approved credential evaluation service. Applicants who apply during their senior year of high school must provide a copy of their final transcript following graduation from high school.
- PA Criminal Record information. Applicants must submit a Criminal Background History from the PA State Police that is within 1 year of the date of the first scheduled class session of the GACTC phlebotomy program. Applicants may request the background record from the PATCH system at https://epatch.state.pa.us/Home.jsp (there is a$22.00 fee, subject to change). GACTC reserves the right to deny applicants to postsecondary educational programs based on the results of the criminal background check. GACTC reserves the right to accept an applicant with a criminal background based on the severity, date(s), and frequency of the conviction(s). Instructions for completing the PA Criminal Record Check are available here.
- PA Child Abuse Clearance. Applicants must submit a PA Child Abuse Clearance that is within 1 year of the date of the first scheduled class session of the GACTC phlebotomy program. To request this clearance, please visit https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home to create an individual account. Please follow the instructions to apply for the PA Child Abuse History Clearance. The purpose of the clearance is School Employee. When your report is ready, please provide to the Continuing Education office. There is a $13.00 fee for the PA Child Abuse History Clearance (fee is subject to change). The GACTC reserves the right to deny applicants entrance to postsecondary educational programs based on the results of the PA Child Abuse Clearance.
- FBI Criminal History Record. Process online at https://www.identogo.com/. Follow steps on website to request digital fingerprinting. When prompted, enter service code (phlebotomy applicants use 1KG6NX). Click on “schedule or manage appointment”. Visit an IdentoGo Center to complete fingerprinting. Please provide your results to the Continuing Education Office once you receive them. You may e-mail the results to adulted@gactc.edu. You can also bring in or e-mail us your receipt that you will receive when you pay IdentoGo.
Prior to participation in the program’s clinical experiences at medical offices, a health examination form must be completed by a licensed medical professional. Students may be required to have a physical and should provide confirmation necessary vaccinations are current, per the health examination form. The form will be distributed to students after the first class session of the program. Vaccinations include: Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Tdap. Flu and Covid-19 vaccines may be required upon the clinical site’s request.
Students may also complete a drug screening prior to participation in the clinical experiences. The drug screening will be arranged by the GACTC.
For additional information, please contact the Continuing Education Office at adulted@gactc.edu or 814-941-8324.
