Phlebotomy Technician: Program overview
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Welcome to Portland Community College and the start of your path to a rewarding career!
The Healthcare & Emergency Professions (HEP) pathway provides opportunities for students to gain certificates, degrees, licensure, and/or credentials to further their careers in healthcare and emergency services fields. Many of our programs provide hands-on learning opportunities with advanced technology, practical training in clinical settings, and instructors with industry experience. Program graduates are in high demand in the healthcare and emergency professions industry and have the potential to earn excellent wages and benefits.
For more information about the Healthcare & Emergency Professions pathway, see the programs offered. See the Healthcare programs comparison chart to compare degrees and certificates offered, program costs, and potential salaries offered in each career path.
Welcome to Phlebotomy Technician training
Whether you are embarking on a new career path or enhancing your skills to enter the healthcare profession and support clients/patients, we are excited to assist you in achieving your learning objectives.
Becoming a phlebotomist not only offers a fulfilling career focus but also promotes personal growth and supports others. Working collaboratively within a healthcare team is inherently rewarding, as it allows you to make a meaningful difference by putting patients at ease and ensuring a positive experience during blood draws.
Portland Community College has been proud to help students achieve their dreams and shape their careers in this field for over 15 years. We are excited to support you during your studies, and later as you begin your work and contribute to others.
Sincerely,
Bem Hanamoto
Business Training & Educational Development Coordinator
About Phlebotomy Technician training
The Phlebotomy Technician program is a non-credit certificate program housed within the Healthcare and Emergency Professions pathway of Portland Community College.
Other health programs within this pathway include: AAPC Professional Medical Coding, Patient Access Specialist, Sterile Processing Technician, Optician Assistant Training, Herbal Medicine, Ayurveda Yoga, Clinical Research, Medical Laboratory Technology, and Medical Assisting. Many Phlebotomy students go on to pursue additional programs such as Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing, and Emergency Medical Services.
Mission and values
The mission of the Phlebotomy Technician program is to offer high-quality, student-centered training aimed at preparing graduates to successfully pass the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board Certification Exam (ASCP) and support a thriving career in the field. Our program ensures comprehensive training through hands-on, real-world experience, including a guaranteed 100 hours of clinical practicum, designed to maximize each student’s potential.
The program offers students of all ages, races, cultures, economic levels, and previous educational experience opportunities for personal growth and attainment of their professional goals. Through effective teaching and student support, we strive to prepare our students for success as individuals and healthcare professionals.
Values
The program prioritizes student engagement, upholds mutual respect among all program participants, and is dedicated to laying the groundwork for student success. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience, rigorous theoretical education, and high-quality clinical practicum.
Goals and objectives
The goal of the Phlebotomy Technician program is to provide a rigorous entry-level professional preparatory experience, equipping individuals to become integral members of healthcare teams. This is achieved through comprehensive academic studies, hands-on training, and clinical partnerships within the community. The program focuses on developing essential skills including communication, professionalism, critical thinking, and attitude. The aim of the program is to empower students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive as competent and confident professionals in the healthcare field.
Accreditation
Portland Community College is regionally accredited through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). For more information, see the college’s Accreditation webpage.
The Portland Community College Phlebotomy program is accredited by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board. It adheres closely to Route 2 standards and is designed to deliver high-quality education to students.
Costs
- Tuition: $2,999 including supplies
- Required books: $125
- CastleBranch service fees:
- Background check/drug screen: $130
- Immunization records: $30
- HIPAA and OSHA compliance modules: $30
Additional immunization fees may apply depending on the individual’s health records.
Leadership
Janeen Hull
PCC – Academic & Career Pathways Dean
See the PCC Organizational Guide for information about college administration.
Contacts
- Jason Johnson: Program Dean
- Bem Hanamoto: Program Coordinator
- Faculty:
- Forrest Murphy: Lead instructor (part-time)
Portland Community College
CLIMB Center
1626 SE Water Ave.
Portland, Oregon 97214
Telephone: 971-722-6672
College mailing address:
PO Box 19000
Portland, Oregon 97280-0990