Program Overview
The Phlebotomy certificate is designed to prepare students to learn how to properly collect, handle, and process blood specimens for analysis in health care settings. After completion, students are eligible to take a certification exam given by the American Society of Clinical Pathology or other agencies.
All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Additional Program Information
This program is approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 5600 N. River Road, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018; 773-714-8880.
Each student in this program must have a physical exam, criminal background check without any disqualifying convictions, and a negative drug screen.
Students who complete this certificate program are eligible to take the national certification examination given by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Program Requirements
Major Courses
Total Credit Hours: 8
Suggested Course Sequence
Fall semester
Spring semester
| HLTH 1412 | Phlebotomy Techniques Practicum | 2 Credits |
Program Cost
| Minimum credit hours required for completion: |
8 |
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| Tuition and fees - $154.00 per credit hour |
$154.00 |
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$1,232.00 |
| Course Fees: |
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HLTH 1404 |
Phlebotomy Techniques |
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50.00 |
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HLTH 1412 |
Phlebotomy Techniques Practicum |
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20.00 |
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70.00 |
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70.00 |
| Books: |
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HLTH 1312 |
Medical Terminology |
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182.60 |
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HLTH 1404 |
Phlebotomy Techniques |
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201.15 |
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383.75 |
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383.75 |
| Supplies *: |
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Uniforms |
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50.00 |
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Lab coat** |
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18.00 |
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Clinical Badge (First one free, Replacement $5) |
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0.00 |
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Uniform shoes |
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40.00 |
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108.00 |
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108.00 |
| Additional Program Costs |
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Background Check and Drug Screening |
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77.00 |
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Physical Examination/Tests/Etc. |
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350.00 |
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$427.00 |
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427.00 |
| TOTAL |
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$2,220.75 |
| * Costs associated with HLTH 1412 - Phlebotomy Techniques course only. |
| ** This item is ordered in the KCC Hammes Bookstore. |
| All prices are subject to change. Please visit Hammes Bookstore for the most up-to-date textbook prices. |
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