Eligibility, Prerequisites and Required Documents

• Proof of a high school diploma or GED
• Copy of a state-issued ID
• TB skin test results (brought to orientation; approximate $35 student cost)
• CPR Certification Card $10
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Additional Program Requirements

• Background Check & Drug Screening
  A background check and drug screening are required for enrollment. Students are responsible for the $80 screening fee, which must be paid at least one week prior to the class start date.
• TB Skin Test
  A current TB skin test is required. Students are responsible for the cost of testing (approximately $25) and must provide documentation of their results at orientation.

Credential Earned or Examination Eligibility

The program prepares students for professional certification in phlebotomy.

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
• It is the responsibility of every student to register and pay for the national certification exam. Students should register here.

Potential Career Opportunities

Phlebotomy technician professionals may work in a variety of healthcare and diagnostic settings, including:

• Hospitals
• Urgent care centers
• Independent laboratories
• Blood banks
• Physicians’ offices

Scholarships may be available through

• Pathways for Prosperity
• Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA). Eligibility is based on many factors and income. Contact the Alabama Career Center for information.