AThe State of Kentucky does not require Phlebotomy Certification, but it is preferred by many employers. Military Veterans who have 68K working experience can apply that experience towards Phlebotomy Certification. This includes all who have completed phlebotomy training during U.S. military service within the last 5 years, or military members (or spouses) who can verify one year of full-time experience as a phlebotomy practitioner within the last 5 years.
- Hold a high school diploma or GED
- Completion of a phlebotomy training program within the last 2-5 years that fulfills certain requirements (minimum number of classroom training and clinical lab hours, etc.)
- Work Specialization/Prior Learning Award (PLA) – up to 48 credit hours
- Some professional / military work experience in the field may be required (usually 6 months to one year)
- A minimum number of venipunctures and skin punctures performed on human subjects
- Reciprocity from another certifying agency
- Payment of the examination fee (anywhere from $90 to $150)
There may be specific eligibility requirements for several distinct phlebotomist groups. For example, the National Center for Competency Testing breaks out their certification eligibility requirements and pricing by the following:
- Current Students / Graduates – This category includes students enrolled in an approved phlebotomy training program, or those who have graduated from a program within the last 5 years.
- Experienced Technicians – This refers to those who can verify one year of full-time experience as a phlebotomy practitioner within the last 5 years.
- Military – This includes all who have completed phlebotomy training during U.S. military service within the last 5 years, or military members (or spouses) who can verify one year of full-time experience as a phlebotomy practitioner within the last 5 years.
It’s important to review all the eligibility requirements of the organization you choose to become certified by, as they can vary.
- American Allied Health
- American Certification Agency for Healthcare Professionals (ACA)
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians
- American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- National Center for Competency Testing
- National Phlebotomy Association
- National Phlebotomy Solutions
- Quality and Professional Issues
- Infection Control and Safety
- Orders and Equipment Selection
- Patient ID and Site Preparation
- Collections
- Problems and Correction
The Phlebotomist Certificate at BCTC can be completed in one semester
Graduation Requirements:
- 25% or more of Total Certificate Credit Hours must be earned at BCTC.
- Cumulative GPA must be 2.0 or higher.
Additional Information
- Students must meet with the Phlebotomy Coordinator, prior to enrollment in the first PHB course.
- A competency level of successful completion of RDG 30 Reading for the College Classroom (3 credit hours) must be attained prior to starting PHB 100 Phlebotomy.
- See the program website for more information about the costs and time requirements for this certificate.
