Phlebotomy

Fall registration is open

Secure your spot in the classes you need for Fall 2024 at Pikes Peak State College today, and take the next step towards achieving your academic and career goals!

Why Choose Phlebotomy at PPSC?

Choosing to study phlebotomy at PPSC can lead to a successful career in the rapidly-growing healthcare industry. You’ll learn how to draw blood, perform urinalysis, and conduct point-of-care tests for conditions like diabetes, influenza, and strep. Our program offers hands-on learning and classroom instruction at the CHES Campus. Along with phlebotomy techniques, you'll also study medical law and ethics, medical terminology, and healthcare customer service. Start training for an in high demand career with excellent job placement opportunities in labs, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities today!

The Fall 2026 Application Is Open!

Phlebotomy applications usually open in September for the spring class and in January/February for the fall class. When the application is open, you can find the information here.

Phlebotomy program applicants will be required to submit the following during the application periods:

Clear copy of your College ID, driver’s license or government issued ID – document must verify date of birth
Current Work Resume
Letter of interest essay (typed in a word document): State what it is about the phlebotomy program and the phlebotomy profession that makes you want to participate (about 300-500 words).
Completion of a 100-level college English course with a grade of C or better (Copy of unofficial transcript), OR A copy of testing center results of assessment testing for testing out of College Reading & Writing Literacy within 1 year.
Applicants need at least one (1) letter of recommendation (a professional reference who can attest to your dependability and character). No more than 3 references.
- These must be filled out on the application form provided.
- These are to be kept confidential and should be sent directly to the phlebotomy program by the person providing the reference

Click Here for the Fall 2026 Application

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Contact Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Faculty Contact

Melissa Serna
Melissa.Serna@pikespeak.edu
719-502-3407

Kim Kirkland
Kim.Kirkland@pikespeak.edu
719-502-3523

Charlene Smith
Charlene.Smith@pikespeak.edu
(719)-502-2004

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