*** We encourage all interested individuals to register (at no charge) to be placed on our course interest list, so you can be sure to receive pre-registration information the day it is released. All communications about upcoming program dates will go to those registered to receive course interest first. ***
The program includes theory and hands-on instruction during 48-hours of classroom time across six weeks, followed by 75 hours of clinical time. Individuals interested in starting a career in the medical field, prospective client care technicians, current nurses, or those looking to develop skills may benefit from this program. This certification program will prepare students for a phlebotomy certification exam that the instructor will schedule for the class once classroom and clinical time is complete.
Tuition includes the NHA exam fee, NHA course prep materials, and textbook: $1,249.00
This program is not eligible for FAFSA funding. Anyone seeking financial assistance is encouraged to reach out to their local Career Center or American Job Center to inquire about WIOA funding options. When pre-registration opens, all individuals on the contact list will receive a detailed email about the upcoming cohort along with a checklist of items required in order to register for this program. The items on the checklist include registration documents, diploma or equivalent, a TB skin test, basic shot records including Hepatitis B, drug test, background check, and proof of personal professional liability insurance.
NOTE: A number of the pre-registration items are time sensitive item, so getting them prior to receiving a pre-registration email will likely result in having to repeat them.
*Registering for this section will place you on our course interest list, so we can easily communicate with you about upcoming class dates and course cost once registration opens. *
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