The Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares students for fast-growing clinical careers collecting blood specimens for laboratory analysis across hospitals, medical offices, diagnostic labs, and outpatient clinics. Combining up to 90 hours of interactive classroom instruction and intensive hands-on lab practice—plus an optional 40-hour clinical externship—this course equips trainees with the clinical techniques and safety protocols required to earn national Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification.
Program at a Glance
| Program Aspect | Details |
| Award / Credential | FastForward Workforce Credential |
| Instructional Hours | Up to 90 Hours (Lecture & Hands-On Lab Training) |
| Optional Externship | Up to 40 Hours (Recommended clinical placement) |
| National Certification | Prepares for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Exam |
| Funding Eligibility | FastForward Eligible (Pays 2/3 of tuition for eligible VA residents) |
| Included Certifications | First Aid & Healthcare Worker CPR Certification (Included) |
| Requirements | Age 18+, Background Check, Drug Screen & CPR for clinical placement |
| Career Coach | Robin Jennings — rjennings@mgcc.edu | (540) 863-2899 |
💰 FastForward Financial Assistance Available — Pay Only 1/3 Tuition
Qualifying Virginia residents can receive FastForward state funding, which covers two-thirds of the tuition cost for this high-demand healthcare credential. Contact our FastForward Career Coach to verify your eligibility and register.
What You Will Learn
Trainees develop the technical precision, patient interaction skills, and laboratory safety protocols required in modern diagnostic settings:
- Blood Collection Procedures: Master venipuncture, dermal (capillary) punctures, syringe draws, and winged infusion (butterfly) techniques across diverse patient populations.
- Specimen Handling & Processing: Learn proper order of draw, tube additives, specimen preservation, labeling protocols, and centrifugation safety.
- Anatomy & Physiology: Understand circulatory system dynamics, vascular structures of the arms and hands, and skin anatomy.
- Laboratory Operations & Infection Control: Implement OSHA safety standards, universal precautions, proper PPE usage, and quality assurance protocols.
- Patient Care & Communication: Practice effective patient interaction, medical terminology, error prevention, and HIPAA-compliant medical record documentation.
Program & Clinical Requirements
To participate in the optional clinical externship and complete national certification preparation, trainees must fulfill the following criteria:
- Age: Trainees must be at least 18 years of age by the start of the course.
- Classroom & Lab Hours: Complete up to 90 hours of lecture and hands-on laboratory venipuncture practice.
- Clinical Externship (Optional): Complete up to 40 hours of supervised clinical externship experience in an operating medical facility.
- Clinical Prerequisites: Successfully pass a criminal background check and drug screen, and complete the built-in Healthcare Provider CPR and First Aid course.
Career Opportunities
Certified Phlebotomy Technicians play a crucial role in diagnostic medicine, working alongside laboratory scientists, physicians, and nursing staff.
Potential Career Pathways:
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
- Hospital Laboratory Assistant
- Diagnostic Clinic Phlebotomist
- Specimen Processing Technician
- Mobile / Blood Donor Center Phlebotomist
Program Registration & Contact
Ready to start your healthcare career in phlebotomy or explore FastForward tuition assistance? Contact our Workforce Career Coach:
Robin Jennings — FastForward Career Coach
Phone: (540) 863-2899 | Email: rjennings@mgcc.edu
Office Location: Backels Hall, Clifton Forge Campus
MGCC Student Services Suite
Phone: (540) 863-2820 | Email: admissions@mgcc.edu
Location: Backels Hall, First Floor (Clifton Forge Campus)