Phlebotomy Technician I - 80hr
Phlebotomy Technician I – 80 Hour Certification Program
Start your career in clinical laboratory science as a certified phlebotomy technician. This 80-hour program prepares students to apply for state certification and begin working in hospitals, clinics, and other patient-care settings.
Apply today with a $50 application fee, applied toward total program cost.
Program Schedule & Enrollment Information
Our Phlebotomy Technician I program is offered throughout the year at multiple campus locations with evening, weekend, and weekday scheduling options. Each cohort begins with classroom instruction followed by a supervised clinical rotation in a CLIA-approved laboratory. Select the start date that best fits your schedule and allow up to two weeks to complete enrollment requirements and secure your seat. Custom class dates may be available upon request.
Cerritos Campus (click to expand)
3.5 hours per evening, 3 days per week (Tue/Wed/Thu)
| Month | Dates | Times | Class Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Tue/Wed/Thu | 5:30pm to 9:00pm | 1/13/26 to 2/5/26 |
| Mar | Tue/Wed/Thu | 5:30pm to 9:00pm | 3/10/26 to 4/2/26 |
| Apr | Tue/Wed/Thu | 5:30pm to 9:00pm | 4/28/26 to 5/21/26 |
Tustin Campus (click to expand)
Weekend – 4 Days, 10 hours/day
| Month | Days | Times | Class Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 1/10, 1/11, 1/17, 1/18 |
| Feb | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 2/7, 2/8, 2/14, 2/15 |
| Mar | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/22 |
| Apr | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/19 |
| May | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 5/16, 5/23, 5/30, 5/31 |
| Jun | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 6/6, 6/13, 6/27, 6/28 |
| Jul | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 7/11, 7/12, 7/18, 7/19 |
| Aug | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/23 |
| Sep | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 9/12, 9/13, 9/19, 9/20 |
| Oct | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 10/10, 10/11, 10/17, 10/18 |
| Nov | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 11/7, 11/8, 11/14, 11/15 |
| Dec | Sat/Sun | 7:00am to 5:00pm | 12/12, 12/13, 12/19, 12/20 |
This course prepares you for state and national phlebotomy certification exams.
- Meets California Department of Public Health Laboratory Field Services guidelines
- Includes textbook, supplies, and national certification exam voucher (up to $250 value)
- No hidden fees—insurance and document processing included
- Training aligned with state-identified competencies and clinical requirements
- Curriculum focuses on blood collection safety, patient interaction, and infection control
Designed For
- Individuals entering healthcare for the first time
- Medical assistants or patient care staff wanting certification
- Career changers seeking hands-on clinical experience
- Pre-requisites: high school diploma and English proficiency
- Program satisfies CA requirements to apply for certification as a Phlebotomy Technician I
- Graduates must complete a clinical rotation and required venipunctures before certification
Why Students Choose Our Medical Coding Program
Hands-On Clinical Training
Perform venipunctures in a federally approved CLIA laboratory.
Meets State Certification Requirements
40 hours classroom + 40 hours clinical rotation minimum.
All Materials Included
Textbook, supplies, and exam voucher—no surprise fees.
Instructor-Led Learning
Live instruction combined with supervised lab skills practice.
Affordable Access
Start for just $250 and pay the remaining balance over time.
Instructional Model
This course is delivered through in-person classroom instruction, live laboratory skills practice, and supervised clinical experience.
Students complete:
40 hours classroom training
40 hours clinical rotation in a CLIA-approved laboratory
GMC complies with Business & Professions Code Section 1220(d)(1) and (d)(2)(A), including:
minimum 40 clinical hours
50 venipunctures performed in an approved CLIA laboratory
Program Cost: $1,890 Total
Start today for just $250
No hidden fees such as insurance or document processing
Payment Plans are Available
- Note: Tuition includes one national certification exam voucher (approx. $250 value)