Phlebotomy Technician

Phlebotomy technicians perform specimen collection, specimen processing, and administrative tasks associated with the assessment of patients. Phlebotomy technicians serve as a liaison to hospital staff, patient care services, medical students, physicians, and others to ensure quality patient care.

Certified Phlebotomy Technician Facts

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Projected DC Annual Job Openings  

56*

Average DC Yearly Salary

$46,500*

Certifiying Bodies, Examinations, and Requirements

There are several examinations that can be taken to become a phlebotomy technician. Learn more about certification organizations and their requirements:

National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Exam

Possess a high school diploma or GED/high school equivalency.
Completed a phlebotomy technician training or education program within the last 5 years.
Provide evidence that you have successfully performed a minimum of thirty (30) venipunctures and ten (10) capillary or finger sticks on live individuals.
Pay $125 exam fee.
Maintain certification with 10 hours of continuing education every 2 years.

National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (NCPT) Exam

Possess a high school diploma or GED/high school equivalency.
Submit a copy of your phlebotomy technician diploma, certificate of completion, or official (signed) transcript with graduation date.
Submit a Phlebotomy Technician Certification Critical Skill Competency form including proof of 25 venipunctures and 5 capillary punctures.
Pay $119 exam fee.
Maintain certification with 10 hours of continuing education every 2 years.

Current DC Healthcare Academy Training Programs

Phlebotomy Techician

Fall 2025: The George Washington University Hospital

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*Projected Annual Openings are based on regional O-NET data for nursing assistants from 2020-2030 and projected openings Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center https://www.onetonline.org/link/localtrends/31-1131.00?st=DC.
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*Average yearly salary is based on regional O-NET data for nursing assistants https://www.onetonline.org/link/localwages/31-1131.00?zip=20001