In-Person Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 Program & Certifications Overview

Take on multiple certifications in the same amount of time! Expand your skills and your career horizons. Phlebotomy Career Training offers certification bundles with quality education and skill training at an affordable price. The Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 offers 2 certifications in one package: Phlebotomy Technician and ECG Technician

The in-person course curriculum includes learning for:

Phlebotomy Technician

Students will learn about the principles of proper phlebotomy technique, specimen processing, point of care testing, compassionate patient care, maintenance and use of equipment, record keeping and documentation, basic principles of anatomy and physiology, disease process, therapeutic communication, hazardous materials management, patient assessment, and more.

ECG Technician

Students will be introduced to basic nursing and patient care, HIPAA, resident rights, safety, and emergency procedures, cardiology, electrocardiography, and experiences in the interpretation of the 12 lead ECG using various multimedia. The course helps students to understand, read and interpret Electrocardiogram Lead Tracings.

Upon course completion, students will need to pass the in-person certification exam to receive their certification from each program.

Prerequisites

A high school diploma or equivalent GED is recommended to enroll in the In-Person Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 program. No prior experience is required.

Curriculum (Modules & Exams)

The full program curriculum and training includes over 200 hours of course content and covers over 45 individual course topics including:

• Compassionate patient care
• Infection control
• Principles of proper phlebotomy technique
• Specimen processing
• Point of care testing
• Review and analysis of rhythms on ECG readings
• Rhythm Analysis and Interpretation of Arrhythmias
• Record keeping and documentation
• Basic principles of anatomy and physiology
• Safety, hazards and complications related to venipuncture
• Drug purchasing and inventory management
• Disease process
• Therapeutic communication
• Patient assessment

Internship Requirements

Phlebotomy Technicians must complete a clinical of 30 venipunctures as a part of the Phlebotomy Technician clinical core requirements to graduate from our program. Each draw must be supervised and signed off on a blood draw log and externship forms that will be provided to the student.

ECG Technicians must complete an in-class clinical of live EKGs observation as a requirement to graduate from our program. Each EKG requirement must be supervised and signed off on a clinical competency form that will be provided to the student.

As part of the Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 Certification Program, students will be performing their clinicals at the school through Dearborn Diagnostics Laboratory, which is a CLIA waived lab.  Students will be instructed on how to draw blood, perform ECG’s and start IV’s.

About Phlebotomy Career Training

Phlebotomy Career Training (PCT) has been educating students and professionals throughout the U.S. with In-Person and in-person programs for over 15 years. PCT is an accredited organization that offers nationally-recognized certification programs.

PCT understands the adult student’s need for a quality education, hands-on learning atmosphere and fast-track career path. Students can expect professional educators and quality instruction throughout their course. 95% of our graduates have found employment opportunities in their field!  Phlebotomy Career Training is a licensed post secondary proprietary school and has been in operation since 2009.

Our Instructors

Each student will be assigned a designated instructor upon enrollment. Our world-class, qualified instructors have years of teaching and field experience. Our instructors consist of Family Nurse Practitioners, RNs, Doctors, and other qualified medical professionals. Your instructor will personally reach out to you and will be available to answer any questions throughout the program.

 What’s Included

The course includes the following:

• Phlebotomy Technician Certificate
• ECG Technician Certificate
• Voucher for the National Phlebotomy Technician Certification Exam through the NAPTP
• Voucher for the National ECG Technician Certification Exam through the National Telemetry Association (NTA)
• NAPTP Study Guide in PDF format (403 pages, full book)
• NTA Study Guide in PDF format (283 pages, full book) with calipers
• Access to additional resources and materials
• Access to instructors via phone and email.
• Available tutoring sessions via Zoom at an affordable price from experienced medical professionals, LPNs, RNs and Doctors.

Employment Opportunities

The world of healthcare is a growing career field with great prospects. If you are looking for a career path with ample employment opportunities, competitive pay, benefits, and job satisfaction, Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 may be a great fit for you. Studies show that the more certifications you have, the higher your chances of being hired can be. Having more certification also showcases additional skill sets that can bring a boost in pay. 95% of our students were able to find employment upon graduation.

Phlebotomy Career Training students may begin working immediately after graduation.  Students will be provided access to Phlebotomy Career Training’s Job Portal where they can explore and apply to jobs. There are also opportunities for internships, should the student wish to train more in their field of specialty rather than begin working with pay.  Physicians, laboratories, hospitals, and urgent care centers contact Phlebotomy Career Training weekly seeking our graduates. 

FAQs

Do the In-Person courses require an in-person test?

Students will need to pass a Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 Certification Exam after completing the course to receive their certification which is taken In-Person.

How does the internship/ externship work?

As part of the Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 Certification Program, students are required to complete an internship that will allow them to observe and/or practice their Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 skills. Students will be given clinical competency forms by their instructor that they will fill out and turn in to receive their certification. You may see this internship referred to as an externship or clinical in various materials; these all refer to the same requirement.

Is Phlebotomy Career Training accredited?

Phlebotomy Career Training is a licensed proprietary school in the state of Michigan and our National Testing Partners which have approved our programs are accredited. This means that the student who graduates and takes their national exam will have accreditation through the National Testing Organization and is eligible to work anywhere in the United States. These organizations include:

• National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
• National Telemetry Association (NTA)
• National Association of Phlebotomy Technician Professionals (NAPTP)
• American Medical Technologists (AMT) (Phlebotomy only)
• National I.V. Association (NIVA)
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Phlebotomy Career Training does not offer Credit hours and therefore does not accept financial aid. We are a private for-profit post-secondary school, licensed by the state of Michigan. Phlebotomy Career Training offers clock hours. These clock hours can transfer to some colleges and universities for credit hours.

How do the credit hours work?

Students that complete the full Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 Program will receive 16.5 CEUs through CAPCE for the NAPTP and 5.5 CEUs through CAPCE for the NTA. Read more about the credit hours here.

Is Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 a good stepping stone into other medical careers?

The Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 program is a great way to get more opportunities for medical professionals once they get their foot in the door. The Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 training is also a great learning opportunity for those that are looking to apply to medical school or nursing programs. This program offers multiple certifications which can be perfect for those trying to create an impressive resume for their applications to schools and jobs. 

Is the Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 Certification valid nationwide?

Yes, the Phlebotomy Technician Tier 2 Certifications from PCT are valid in most of the United States and Canada.