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Phlebotomist Training

Learn what phlebotomists do and how they do it: a semi-in-depth, practical course covering the role, vocabulary, common procedures, safety and career launch.

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What you’ll learn in Phlebotomist training

A practical, general introduction to the phlebotomist job: what the role involves, 15+ key terms, how to perform common tasks such as perform a routine venipuncture and follow the order of draw, safety essentials and how to launch your career. Online, self-paced, about 8 hours, $74.99.

  • Tuition
    $74.99
    Volume pricing from 2 seats
  • Length
    8 hours
    10 modules
  • Format
    Online
    Self-paced, any device
  • Access
    12 months
    LMS access
  • Level
    Beginner
    To intermediate
  • You receive
    Certificate
    Of completion

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Explain what a phlebotomist does day to day, where they work and how the role fits into the team
  • Use 15+ essential phlebotomist terms correctly
  • Walk through perform a routine venipuncture, follow the order of draw, and handle a patient who feels faint step by step
  • Identify the tools, equipment and technology used on the job
  • Apply core safety, compliance and professional standards
  • Map your path into the field, including credentials such as CPT (NHA)

Course syllabus

10 modules, about 8 hours in total.

MODULE 01Introduction to the Phlebotomist Role40 min
  • What phlebotomists do and why the role matters
  • Where they work: settings, employers and teams
  • Pay, job outlook and the career ladder
  • Professional and ethical expectations
MODULE 02A Day on the Job30 min
  • A realistic shift, start to finish
  • Schedules, shifts and workload
  • Working with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • The best and hardest parts of the job
MODULE 03Essential Phlebotomist Vocabulary50 min
  • Key term: Venipuncture
  • Key term: Antecubital fossa
  • Key term: Order of draw
  • Key term: Evacuated tube
  • Key term: EDTA (lavender top)
  • Plus 10 more terms with practice drills
MODULE 04Core Duties and Responsibilities50 min
  • Verify patient identity and test orders before every draw
  • Select the appropriate site, needle and collection tubes
  • Perform venipuncture, capillary (fingerstick) and heelstick collections
  • Follow the correct order of draw to prevent additive contamination
  • Label specimens at the bedside and complete chain-of-custody forms when required
MODULE 05Common Tasks, Step by Step1 hr 45 min
  • How to perform a routine venipuncture
  • How to follow the order of draw
  • How to handle a patient who feels faint
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
MODULE 06Tools, Equipment and Technology40 min
  • Evacuated tube system and holders
  • Butterfly (winged) infusion sets
  • Tourniquets and gauze
  • Lancets and capillary tubes
  • Centrifuge
MODULE 07Safety, Compliance and Professional Standards1 hr
  • Follow OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and treat every sample as potentially infectious
  • Use safety-engineered needles and dispose of sharps immediately
  • Report needlestick injuries right away so post-exposure care can begin
  • Label specimens at the bedside. Never pre-label tubes
MODULE 08Skills Employers Look For40 min
  • Venipuncture and capillary collection
  • Order of draw and tube additives
  • Specimen labeling and processing
  • Calm, reassuring bedside manner
  • Steady hands and focus
MODULE 09Launching Your Phlebotomist Career40 min
  • Education and training pathways
  • Credential overview: CPT (NHA)
  • Credential overview: PBT (ASCP)
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Your first 90 days on the job
MODULE 10Final Knowledge Check40 min
  • Comprehensive practice exam with explanations
  • Certificate of completion on passing

Who this training is for

  • Students: find out what the phlebotomist job is really like before choosing a program or major.
  • Career changers: test-drive the field and build vocabulary and confidence before investing in formal training.
  • New hires and employers: shorten ramp-up time with a consistent foundation for every new phlebotomist.

Pricing

$74.99 per learner. Buying for a team? Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners.

SeatsDiscount
2 to 101% off
11 to 202% off
21 to 503% off
51 to 1005% off
101 to 2507% off
251 to 5008% off
501 to 1,00010% off

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Why train for this career

Phlebotomists draw blood from patients and donors for lab testing, transfusions and research, then label, process and transport each sample so results are accurate and traceable. BLS reports a median wage of $45,230 (May 2025) and about 18,000 openings per year. Read the full phlebotomist career profile or see salary details.

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Phlebotomist training FAQ
How long is the Phlebotomist training?
About 8 hours, online, self-paced. You get 12 months of LMS access, so you can learn around work or school.
How much does the Phlebotomist training cost?
$74.99 per learner. Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners, up to 10% off for large groups.
Is the course online?
Yes. The course runs on our online learning platform (LMS). After you enroll, we email your login details.
Will this course make me a licensed or certified phlebotomist?
No. This is a general career-preparation course. It does not by itself grant a state license, national certification or academic credit. A few states (including California, Nevada, Louisiana and Washington) require state licensure or certification. Elsewhere, national certification is usually an employer requirement rather than a legal one. It is designed to help you understand the job and prepare for the formal training, exams and interviews that follow.
Who is this course for?
Students exploring careers, adults changing careers, new hires who want a faster ramp-up, and employers onboarding phlebotomists.
How do I enroll?
Use the enrollment form on this page. It opens a pre-filled email to our team, and we reply with your payment link or invoice and your LMS access. You can also call 1-866-429-6742.
Do you offer group or employer pricing?
Volume pricing from 2 seats. Choose “My team or employees” on the form or visit our employer training page.
What do I receive when I finish?
Certificate of completion from Career Education Institute after you pass the final knowledge check.


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