Degree Type: Certificate, CER
Pathway: Health Sciences
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!
Please check back in September for the Spring 2026 application.
Upon successful completion of the required courses, students will qualify to take the National Registry Board Exam for Registered Phlebotomy Technician (RPT). Students must be 18 years of age to register for HPR 1020 and HPR 2020.
+25%
The demand for Phlebotomist has increased by 25% per year and is expected to continue to increase dramatically.
Source: Colorado Bureau of Labor and Statistics
90%
Upon graduating with the Phlebotomy Certification over 90% of our students get jobs in the industry. This certification is valid across the United States.
Source: Colorado Bureau of Labor and Statistics
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