Phlebotomy for Healthcare Workers

WPHL-002 Phlebotomy for Healthcare Workers

Hours: 60
Fee: $1,298 includes National Health Career Association exam
Instruction: In-person/Lecture

Program Description

Springfield Technical Community College’s Workforce Development Center is offering a 60-hour training for individuals currently licensed in various medical fields in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to prepare and take the exam to become a certified Phlebotomist in Massachusetts. One must have current certifications in at least one, but not limited to the following healthcare roles:

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT)
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Certified Electrocardiogram Technician (CET)
  • Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

This non-credit course is aimed to prepare an individual currently working in a certified healthcare position to perform venipuncture and capillary puncture to obtain blood specimens for diagnostic procedures.

Phlebotomist Responsibilities

Major duties and responsibilities of the phlebotomist include:

  • Correct identification of the patient before collecting samples
  • Collection of the appropriate amount of blood by Venipuncture or skin puncture
  • Selection of the appropriate specimen containers
  • Correct labeling of all specimens
  • Appropriate transportation of specimens to the laboratory
  • Effective interaction with patients and other personnel in the workplace
  • Performance of computer operations and record-keeping related to phlebotomy
  • Adherence to all OSHA safety regulations

Program Details

Prerequisites/Requirements

Prerequisites/Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age within 3 weeks of the class start date.
  • High School Diploma or completed HiSet (Formally known as G.E.D.)
  • Must provide a copy of current license or certification in good standing
  • Must be currently working in approved healthcare worker roles
  • English grammar, writing, and speaking skills equivalent to at least the 8th-grade level. (Assessment may be done at STCC.)
  • Students are required to submit Immunization / Immunity Documentation Requirements prior to the first day of training:
    • Tetanus, diphtheria, and Pertussis (TDaP) vaccine within 10 years.
    • hepatitis B – evidence of three vaccination doses, immune titer results, or signed declination form required.

Medical Requirements

For requirements, required health forms, and submission instructions for this program please see the Phlebotomy for Healthcare Workers Health Record Requirements.

Fee: $1,298 includes National Health Career Association exam

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*Additional Funding Sources

This course may be eligible for funding for qualified Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients as well as additional funding available under other grants. Please email Lillian Ortiz at lortiz2403@stcc.edu. 

Section D31

Registration Deadline: March 7, 2025
Days: Tuesday, ​Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Times: ​8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Dates: March 18 - April 4, 2025
 Exam Date: April 9, 2025

Phlebotomy A Competency-based Approach 6th Edition
ISBN: 9781264156269

Books are to be purchased through the STCC Bookstore, Amazon, or other book vendors.

Refund Policy

Withdraw prior to the start of class* - 100% Refund
No Refunds will be given once class begins

In the absence of a written third party contractual agreement stating otherwise, all refunds will be issued to the student. Credit card payments will be refunded directly to the credit card if processed within thirty days of the payment.

Course Cancellation Policy

The STCC Workforce Training office reserves the right to cancel any course that does not meet minimum enrollment requirements.

Student Handbook Policies

As a participant in this program/course I understand that I am bound by all the rules, regulations, and policies of STCC as outlined in the Springfield Technical Community College Student Handbook.

Disability-Related Accommodations

In compliance with Springfield Technical Community College's policy and equal access laws, disability-related accommodations are available. Students who desire such accommodations should provide documentation of a disability to register with the Office of Disability Services (ODS). Proper registration will enable ODS counselors to verify the disability and determine reasonable academic accommodations

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For questions or interest in our current or future programs, please complete our Workforce Development Program Inquiry Form, and one of our Recruitment and Retention Specialists will contact you promptly. For all other questions, please use the contact below.

The STCC Workforce Development Center
Building 27, Second Floor

Enrollment Process

Enroll Online

  1. Review the Prerequisites/Requirements above.
  2. Click the Enroll Now button below.
  3. Click the "Select" button next to your desired section. A window appears.
  4. Click "Add Section to Cart". A success message appears.
  5. Click the "Next" button in the top right corner.
  6. Enter your personal information.
  7. Click the "Submit" button.
  8. Please provide medical clearance information and verify your current healthcare license as soon as possible via email (workforcetraining@stcc.edu).

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Enroll in Person

Go to Building 27, 2nd floor to register for the course or call (413) 755-4225.