Summary: Phlebotomy is a wonderful career choice for someone looking to get into healthcare without committing to a 10-year educational track. At ProTrain, we offer many phlebotomy courses designed to be affordable, flexible, and focused.
For young people standing at the threshold of the professional world, the journey toward a better life begins with that first step into a career field that offers purpose, stability, and opportunity. Few careers match those in healthcare in terms of all three goals. But do not assume you have to embark on a 10-year medical school educational track to get into healthcare. There are other ways, including phlebotomy.
Doctors and nurses are the front-line workers we all think about when healthcare careers are mentioned. But there are plenty of patient-facing careers that do not require such an extensive education. Phlebotomy is one of them. It is a brilliant choice you could remain in for the rest of your working life. But you could also use it as a stepping stone toward other healthcare careers requiring a bit more education.
Phlebotomy represents more than just a technical skill. It is a gateway to the entire healthcare industry, offering a fast-track career opportunity along with a job that lets you pursue your passion for caring for people. If working on the front lines of patient care interests you, ProTrain can help prepare you for phlebotomy with a couple of different courses.
Why Start With Phlebotomy
There is more than one entry-level path into healthcare. So why choose phlebotomy? Because as healthcare continues to grow and expand, the demand for certified phlebotomy technicians (CPTs) is also growing. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS) the phlebotomy career is expected to grow by 6% through 2034. That is higher than the national average.
The BLS expects nearly 8,000 new jobs in the phlebotomy sector over that same time span. In addition, existing jobs will have to be filled because of retirements and current phlebotomists moving on to other healthcare careers. So you are talking about literally thousands of jobs available nationwide for the foreseeable future.
Beginning your journey in phlebotomy offers three advantages:
- Fast Entry – Unlike some other healthcare careers that require a multi-year training program, phlebotomy training offers fast entry. ProTrain’s Phlebotomy Technician course provides a hundred hours of coursework that you can complete on your own schedule within a 12-month timeframe. If it takes you the full year, great. If you can finish up in just 4 months, even better.
- Affordability – ProTrain online certification training is affordable. We respect your budget while still delivering high-quality training programs that earn you certificates.
- A Stepping Stone – Many of our students get started in phlebotomy, using it as a foundation into the healthcare industry. They then go on to train in nursing, medical lab skills, or even healthcare management.
Becoming certified as a phlebotomy technician not only gets you into the healthcare field, but it also opens the door to good pay and benefits you can maintain for a lifelong career or use to support yourself while you train for something else in healthcare.
Building Excellence Through Proper Skills Training
One of the first things ProTrain students learn is that we help them build excellence through proper skills training. To succeed in phlebotomy, you will need a combination of technical precision and patient empathy. Our training will help you develop both. At the same time, you won’t be learning information you don’t need for phlebotomy. That is the ProTrain difference. We train the skills you need and nothing you don’t.
In terms of technical mastery, our course will introduce you to:
- Venipuncture and dermal puncture.
- Specimen processing.
- Safety and compliance.
In terms of empathy, we consider it the human connection:
- Self-confidence and a reassuring presence.
- Patient interaction (empathy and clear communication)
- Cultural sensitivity (to work with diverse patient groups)
Completing this course will prepare you to take the AMCA Phlebotomy Technician Certification (PTC) national certification exam. Earning your certificate will tell employers that you have what it takes to succeed as a phlebotomy technician.
Why Certification Matters in Phlebotomy
Certification is the gold standard in phlebotomy because it proves that a potential job candidate has met national standards. Anybody can learn to draw blood. But certification tells employers you have gone further. It tells them that you know more. If you’re using phlebotomy as a stepping stone to other healthcare careers, it shows employers that you have ambition and drive.
ProTrain phlebotomy training helps you begin that journey to a rewarding career in three ways:
- Credentials – Earning certificates from recognized organizations like the AMCA tells potential employers that you are trustworthy. It tells them that you know what you’re doing and are ready to hit the ground running.
- Competitive Edge – Certifications give you a competitive edge in the marketplace. Certified technicians can earn 10-15% more than their non-certified counterparts.
- Professional Pride – Being certified offers a sense of pride you can carry with you as you apply for jobs and eventually go on to work. You can use that pride as personal motivation to continue training even after you are working.
Once you complete your training, you can expect to have a direct impact on the patients you work with. Your work as a phlebotomist will help patients live healthier lives. You can also expect job opportunities offering more flexible scheduling. While there are exceptions to the rule, many phlebotomy clinics offer 10- or 12-hour shifts so that you get more days off per week.
Expect to enjoy future opportunities to move into more specialized roles. If you stay in phlebotomy for your entire career, you could ultimately become a traveling phlebotomist or even a phlebotomy supervisor. We will be here, supporting you along the way with the training you need.
Contact Us to Get Started
The ProTrain team is waiting to hear from you. If you are ready to enroll in any of our phlebotomy courses, just send a message to enroll@protrain.edu. If you’re not sure, you can send a message to info@protrain.edu to learn more about any course in our catalog. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can get you started on your career in healthcare.
FAQs
What does a phlebotomist do on a day-to-day basis?
Phlebotomists are tasked with drawing blood for tests, transfusions, research, or even donation. The career requires a combination of technical mastery and a good ‘bedside manner’.
How long does phlebotomy training take?
The length of time it takes to train depends on the combination of your schedule and the courses you take. Our phlebotomy technician course offers a hundred hours of coursework that you have access to for 12 months.
Do phlebotomists have to be certified?
In some states, yes. In others, no. Regardless, certification is the gold standard across the nation. Employers prefer that their phlebotomists be certified.
Do I need any prior healthcare training to take the course?
No, the phlebotomy technician course is an entry-level course open to anyone. All course materials are included in the price.
What can I do with this course after I am certified?
The training you receive is applicable right now as a professional phlebotomist. Once employed, you can continue training in other fields of phlebotomy or another healthcare track.
