Author: Nancy Kimmel, PhD MSN FNP-BC

Nancy L. Kimmel obtained her PhD in Environmental Engineering in 2002, then went on to teach Physics and Mechanical Engineering at Lawrence Technological University, Henry Ford College and Oakland University. She obtained her Associate in Nursing from Henry Ford College and then went on to earn her Master Degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner and became Board Certified working as a licensed FNP in the State of Michigan. She then went on to Medical School where she is now in her 3rd year, and is also in the process of obtaining her Doctorate in Nursing Practice through Chamberlin University. She has authored the NET Study Guide, as well a several books on subjects of Math, ECG/EKG and Phlebotomy. She holds a patent on an Air Filter through the U.S. Patent Office. 313-826-2381

How Much Does a Phlebotomist Make?

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How Much Does a Phlebotomist Make? (2026 Salary Guide) If you are thinking about becoming a phlebotomist, you are probably wondering about the bottom line: How much does a phlebotomist actually make? It is the most important question to ask before investing time and money into a new career. The good news is that phlebotomy… Read more »

Which Phlebotomy Certification is Best? NHA vs. ASCP vs. NCCT

Phlebotomist performing blood draw on elderly patient in modern outpatient laboratory

Which Phlebotomy Certification is Best? NHA vs. ASCP vs. NCCT You have decided to become a phlebotomist, you have completed your training, and now you are facing the final hurdle: the national certification exam. But when you look at the options, it can be confusing. There is no single “official” phlebotomy certification in the United… Read more »

How Long Does It Take to Become a Phlebotomist?

Phlebotomist performing blood draw on elderly patient in modern outpatient laboratory

How Long Does It Take to Become a Phlebotomist? (2026 Guide) If you are considering a career in healthcare, you probably already know that many medical professions require years of schooling and tens of thousands of dollars in tuition. But what if you want to start working in a hospital or clinic right away? That… Read more »

How Online Medical Assistant Certification Works and Why It’s Popular

Get an Online Medical Assistant Certification

A majority of individuals who research the topic of online medical assistant certification do not seek to take shortcuts. They seek something that will work. They desire a healthcare job that is real, provides structure and fits into their current duties. The most practical questions are asked before enrolment. What is the process of learning… Read more »

Earning Your Patient Care Technician Certification: What to Expect

: A patient care technician taking a patient’s vitals.

If you like to work with patients, you probably need a job that is purposeful and stable. The role of Patient Care Technician provides such responsibility, and it may be scary at the start of the training. A Patient Care Technician course online is taken by many adults as it gives them an opportunity to… Read more »