Phlebotomy Technician Certificate

Earn Your Phlebotomy Technician Certificate at Central Penn College

If you want a fast path into healthcare, the Phlebotomy Technician Certificate at Central Penn College can help you get there in as little as nine months. This 19 credit certificate program prepares students for a high-demand role in hospitals, laboratories, and medical offices.

The program focuses on hands-on skills, patient care, and real workplace experience so graduates are ready to enter the healthcare field with confidence.

What You’ll Learn in the Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program

Students in the Phlebotomy Technician Certificate program learn the skills needed to work safely and effectively in clinical settings. You will learn how to:

• Perform blood collection procedures
• Verify patient identity and follow proper documentation practices
• Conduct CLIA-waived laboratory tests
• Collect, store, and process blood, urine, and other specimens
• Follow safety standards, infection control practices, and patient care guidelines

Students who successfully complete the program have the opportunity to pursue Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) credentials.

Career Opportunities for Phlebotomy Technicians

Graduates of the Phlebotomy Technician Certificate program may find employment in a variety of healthcare settings, including:

• Hospitals and health systems
• Diagnostic and clinical laboratories
• Blood donor centers
• Private medical offices and outpatient facilities

This postsecondary certificate is part of Central Penn College’s Medical Assisting associate degree, allowing students to continue their education while building a healthcare career.

Meeting a Critical Healthcare Need

“Phlebotomists and medical assistants are much-needed members of the healthcare team, providing crucial services to patients. It is a need in our communities, and we hope this will help fill it. We are very happy to partner with Central Penn College to support these programs and provide a high-quality education at potentially no final cost to the student,” said UPMC.

Central Penn College works closely with healthcare partners to help address workforce shortages and create clear pathways to employment.

Opportunity to Receive Full Tuition Through UPMC

Eligible graduates of the Phlebotomy Technician Certificate program may qualify for full tuition reimbursement through a partnership between UPMC, Central Penn College, and the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation.

Graduates who work at UPMC facilities in Central Pennsylvania receive payments, in addition to their salary, equal to the cost of the program. Students must complete at least two years of employment to receive full reimbursement.

How Can My Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Be Paid For?

Central Penn College helps students explore financial aid options and flexible payment plans during enrollment.

Students hired by UPMC, based on performance during coursework, externship, and successful completion of their certification exam, will receive monthly payments toward their program costs. By the end of the second year of employment, tuition costs are fully reimbursed.

Why Choose Central Penn College

Central Penn College offers career-focused education, strong employer partnerships, and personalized student support. The Phlebotomy Technician Certificate program is designed to help students move quickly from the classroom into the healthcare workforce with real skills and real opportunities.

Phlebotomy Technician Admissions Requirements

Applicants for the Phlebotomy Technician certificate must have a minimum GPA of a 2.20 from the last school attended or have a passing GED score to be considered for acceptance. Applicants must have successfully completed two sciences (C or higher) and one math course (C or higher) in high school or college.  In addition, applicants are required to submit two reference forms. Reference forms can be attained through the admissions office.  If the student does not meet these criteria, they are able to file an appeal for acceptance to the Program Director.

Prospective students must complete an essay and be interviewed by an admissions counselor.

*For Veteran Students Only – Central Penn College will review a student’s prior credits, but does not guarantee that any will be acceptable for transfer into the Phlebotomy Technician certificate program.

Due to the medical nature of these programs, students will receive hands-on, experiential learning as part of the required, in-person classes

Program Offered

Hybrid (evening)

Courses

Careers you can pursue

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician
• Certified Phlebotomist

You will succeed if you are...

• Caring
• Detail-oriented
• Organized
• Possess grace under pressure
• People Person
• Calm demeanor
• Super-focused