Phlebotomy Technician

Prepare for a rewarding career in healthcare with hands-on training in blood collection, specimen handling, and essential phlebotomy procedures.

Program Overview

The Phlebotomy Technician program at Health Tech of Georgia prepares students with the knowledge, practical skills, and professionalism needed to safely collect, handle, and prepare blood specimens for laboratory testing.

Students receive instruction in human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, infection prevention, venipuncture techniques, capillary puncture procedures, specimen processing, and patient safety. The program emphasizes proper collection techniques, accuracy, patient communication, and adherence to healthcare safety standards.



Through classroom instruction and hands-on skills training, students develop the confidence and technical abilities needed to perform essential phlebotomy procedures and support healthcare professionals in clinical and laboratory environments.

Program at a Glance

Program Length: 12 weeks
Class Schedule: Day and Evening Classes Available
Training Format: Classroom & Hands-on Skills Training
Career Focus: Blood Collection, Specimen Processing & Laboratory Support

What You’ll Learn

Students will develop skills in:

• Introduction to phlebotomy and healthcare fundamentals
• Medical terminology related to laboratory procedures
• Anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system
• Infection prevention and control
• Standard precautions and bloodborne pathogen safety
• Patient identification and preparation
• Professional communication and patient interaction
• Venipuncture techniques and procedures
• Capillary puncture and dermal blood collection
• Proper selection and use of phlebotomy equipment
• Needle safety and sharps disposal
• Order of draw and blood collection tubes
• Specimen labeling and identification
• Specimen handling, transportation, and processing
• Recognizing and preventing collection complications
• Patient comfort and safety
• Quality assurance and error prevention
• Laboratory documentation and recordkeeping
• HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality
• Professionalism and ethical conduct
• Preparation for applicable phlebotomy certification examinations

Learn by doing.

Phlebotomy Technician students practice essential blood collection techniques in HTG's hands-on skills laboratory. Through supervised instruction, students develop practical skills in venipuncture, capillary puncture, patient preparation, specimen handling, and infection prevention.

Students learn proper equipment selection, collection procedures, specimen identification, and safety protocols while developing confidence and professionalism in patient interactions.



This combination of classroom instruction and practical skills training helps students strengthen their technical abilities and prepare for responsibilities in healthcare and laboratory environments.