Enrolling in a phlebotomy course is the first step you should take to earning your phlebotomy certification and starting a career in this exciting field of healthcare. You can learn how to draw blood, how to work with patients and more.  We offer the phlebotomy technician course at both of our campuses in Albany and New York City. Whether you are continuing your education or just getting started in the medical field you can start pursuing your phlebotomist career goals with our comprehensive course!

Flexible Class Schedule

Available at the Albany, NY Campus

· Albany

Complete the program in 8 weeks

Take a step towards a new career with phlebotomy technician training!

If you’re interested in this healthcare career, it’s important to know the work involved before you sign up for phlebotomy courses. The main job of a phlebotomist is to draw blood from a patient for testing, research, or diagnosis. Phlebotomists also:

  • Label, store, and transport blood samples
  • Sterilize equipment and practice other proper sanitation practices
  • Treat difficult blood draws or adverse reactions
  • Dispose of used tools in a safe way
  • Interact with patients and their families or loved ones
  • Manage inventory

To learn how to perform this work, it’s important to find a good phlebotomy training program. The right phlebotomy courses will teach you these valuable skills and help you feel confident in earning your certification as a phlebotomist.

Once you finish your phlebotomy technician courses and pass your phlebotomy certification, you can apply for phlebotomist jobs near you. Some of the places phlebotomists choose to work include:

  • Hospitals
  • Blood donation centers
  • Nursing homes
  • Doctor’s offices
  • Clinics and labs

What You’ll Learn

At Mildred Elley, our immersive phlebotomy training is a 105-hour program split between two consecutive courses. Students who enroll in our program will first study Medical Terminology & Anatomy & Physiology for Phlebotomy. In this phlebotomy training course, students learn the foundations for success in this career, including:

  • Medical terminology you need to know
  • How phlebotomy works to improve health outcomes
  • How to successfully communicate as a certified phlebotomist
  • And more!

Learning Environment

Our Phlebotomy classes are taught on-campus and are available in Albany, NY.  Skills training combined with course work can be vital to help future phlebotomists receive a comprehensive education and to gain confidence in a clinical setting. At Mildred Elley we embrace that with our learning environment and class structure.

Certifications the Programs Can Prepare You For

With our program students can prepare to take the Certified Phlebotomy Test (CPT) Exam with The National Healthcare Association. Passing this test is essential if you want to work as a phlebotomist. Students who finish these phlebotomy training courses at Mildred Elley should feel confident to take the Certified Phlebotomy Test (CPT) exam with The National Healthcare Association. Most employers in the United States require phlebotomists to earn this certification before they are hired.

Mildred Elley can help you achieve your phlebotomy career goals!

Our phlebotomy technician course is designed to teach you the skills and knowledge you need to pass necessary certification and prepare you for your new career!  In addition, Mildred Elley offers lifetime career assistance for graduates and has been providing career education for over 100 years!  We’re here to help you get on the path to your exciting new career. Take a step towards your future with our phlebotomy course today!

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