Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program
PT21 - 202212
**Please note that effective Fall 2024, the Phlebotomy Technician Certificate program is no longer accepting students. Currently enrolled students should contact the Program Chair, Johnna Connell, joconnell@laniertech.edu,
Program Description
The Phlebotomy Technician technical certificate of credit educates students to collect and process blood and body fluids. Phlebotomy technicians typically work in concert with clinical laboratory personnel and other healthcare providers in hospitals or other healthcare facilities. Topics covered include human anatomy, anatomical terminology, venipuncture, and clinical practice.
Program Specific Information
Students are accepted every semester based on course and space availability.
Students must complete all PHLT coursework with a grade of C or better.
Students are required to submit proof of immunizations, complete a background check (cost approximately $48.50), and maintain an account in ACEMAPP (cost $50.00) prior to starting a clinical rotation.
Program Length & Availability
2 Semesters
Campus Availability: Hall, Dawson, Forsyth and Barrow
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for the Pell Grant, but may be eligible for Institutional and State Financial Aid.
Contact a Financial Aid Counselor for eligibility requirements and application materials.
Admissions Requirements
Must be 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED is required prior to admission.
(Official transcripts or GED scores must be submitted from all colleges and/or high schools attended for credit.)
Request official ACCUPLACER, SAT, or ACT test scores be sent to the Admissions Office or refer to our Admissions Assessment Procedure found here for more options: Admissions Testing – Lanier Technical College.
Curriculum
Program-Specific Core – Total of 23 Hours
Total Credit Hours: 23
Graduation requirement includes completion of a total of 23 hours in the above areas.
Graduation Plan
Semester One
Semester Two
Apply for Graduation
Total Credit Hours: 23
This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.