Phlebotomy Technician Hybrid Program
Course Description
The Phlebotomy Technician Hybrid Program at Southeastern Health and Wellness Institute offers a dynamic blend of virtual instruction and hands-on clinical training designed to prepare students for real-world success in the healthcare field. Over 160 clock hours, students develop essential skills in blood specimen collection, safety, and patient interaction while training with industry-standard equipment and curriculum. This comprehensive program prepares graduates to sit for the NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam, administered on-site at SEHWI’s approved testing center, ensuring a seamless pathway to national certification and career readiness.
Course Description
The Phlebotomy Technician Hybrid Program at Southeastern Health and Wellness Institute provides students with the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to become competent entry-level phlebotomy professionals. This 160-hour program is delivered in a hybrid format, combining engaging online coursework with hands-on laboratory and clinical practice in our on-site training facilities.
Students will gain a strong foundation in anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system, infection control, medical terminology, safety procedures, specimen collection techniques, and professional communication. Emphasis is placed on mastering venipuncture, capillary puncture, and special collection procedures, as well as proper specimen handling, processing, and documentation.
Graduates of this program will be prepared to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Exam, administered on-site at SEHWI’s approved testing center. Upon certification, students will be qualified to work in hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, physician offices, blood donor centers, and other healthcare settings.
This program equips students not only with technical proficiency but also with the professional standards, ethical practices, and patient-centered skills required to succeed in today’s healthcare environment.
Program Structure
Total Clock Hours: 160
On-Site Learning & Labs: Monday & Wednesday 5-9pm
Digital/Online Learning: Tuesday 5-9pm
COLUMBIA CAMPUS COURSE CALENDAR - 2026
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- April 20, 2o26 - July 28, 2026
- June 1, 2026 - September 8, 2026
- July 13, 2026 - October 13, 2026
- August 17, 2026 - November 18, 2026
- September 21, 2026 - December 22, 2026
- October 26, 2026 - February 2, 2027
- November 30, 206 - March 10, 2027
Clinical Skills Competency Requirement
As part of the Phlebotomy Technician Program, all students are required to demonstrate proficiency in blood collection techniques. Clinical competency is measured by successful completion of live patient procedures, as outlined below:
- Venipuncture (venipuncture sticks): Minimum of 30 successful draws on live individuals.
- Capillary puncture (finger sticks): Minimum of 10 successful draws on live individuals.
These requirements align with the eligibility criteria for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam. Students must complete these procedures under instructor supervision and maintain a documented log of all successful attempts. Only documented, supervised successful procedures will count toward meeting this requirement.
Failure to complete the required number of successful procedures may result in the student being ineligible to sit for the NHA certification exam and may require additional clinical practice under instructor guidance.
As a licensed training provider, Southeastern Health & Wellness Institute is happy to provide complimentary American Red Cross CPR & First Aid Training as an inclusive certification within this program.
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Course Objectives
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system and related body systems as they apply to phlebotomy practice.
- Apply principles of infection control, safety, and quality assurance in compliance with OSHA, CLIA, and CDC standards.
- Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture procedures accurately, safely, and with appropriate patient care techniques.
- Identify and properly use phlebotomy equipment and supplies, including evacuated tube systems, syringes, butterfly needles, and lancets.
- Collect, label, handle, and process blood and non-blood specimens according to standard protocols to ensure specimen integrity.
- Recognize complications, contraindications, and special considerations in specimen collection and demonstrate appropriate responses.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, families, and healthcare team members, demonstrating empathy and cultural sensitivity.
- Document procedures accurately and maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and other regulatory requirements.
- Prepare for and successfully complete the NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam through integration of theory, practice, and exam readiness activities.
- Exhibit professionalism, ethical behavior, and accountability as an entry-level healthcare provider in diverse clinical settings.
Student Learning Outcomes
By the conclusion of on-site clinic days, Phlebotomy students will:
- Demonstrate competency in venipuncture technique on live models.
- Safely handle, label, and process blood specimens for PRP.
- Integrate knowledge of phlebotomy with interdisciplinary esthetics protocols.
- Exhibit professionalism in client interactions, charting, and hand-off procedures.
- Understand the clinical collaboration between medical assistants and esthetics professionals.
Tuition & Fees
Registration Fee $100
Book Fee $500
Kit Fee $180
Tuition $1650
Total Tuition + Fees $ 2430