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Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist

Industry
🏥Education and Health Services
Jobs per Year
438
Avg Houston Wage
$17

Career Overview

Phlebotomists draw blood for clinical or medical testing, donations, or research. They often talk with patients to help them feel less nervous during the process.

As a phlebotomist, you work can enter the medical industry in a short time with little cost. You will also work as part of a team that improves people’s lives, while learning about the healthcare industry.

Skills & Qualities

Successful professionals in this field typically have:

Interact with people

Interested in this career path?

There are 6 Training Programs available for this career path

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Requirements

Background check
Certification / License
Drug test
Short-term training
Most states require licensure. Pass the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy exam.

How much might I earn?

As you gain more experience and certifications, your wages in this job can increase over time.

1
Entry Level

Right after Training

After completing your training program and any necessary certifications.

$17 - $18/hr
2
Experienced

Experienced Professional

Able to work more independently, with more advanced skills and responsibility.

$23 - $30/hr

Training Programs for becoming a Phlebotomist

These free and scholarship-based programs in Houston can help you launch this career path

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Phlebotomy
HCC Continuing Education
HCC Continuing Education

Phlebotomy

Education and Health Services
Jobs: 438Wage: $17-$26/hr
Duration: 4-12 weeks
Financial Documents
HS Diploma/GED
Phlebotomy
Baylor Ascend
Baylor Ascend
Enrolling now

Phlebotomy

Education and Health Services
Jobs: 438Wage: $17-$26/hr
Duration: 4-12 weeks
U.S. Work Authorization
HS Diploma/GED
Medical Documents
Drug Test
Driver's License
Background Check
Phlebotomy
Lone Star College Continuing Education
Lone Star College Continuing Education

Phlebotomy

Education and Health Services
Jobs: 438Wage: $17-$26/hr
Duration: 4-12 weeks
Financial Documents
HS Diploma/GED
Phlebotomy
SER Jobs for Progress
SER Jobs for Progress

Phlebotomy

Education and Health Services
Jobs: 438Wage: $17-$26/hr
Duration: 4-12 weeks
U.S. Work Authorization
HS Diploma/GED
Readiness Test
Background Check
Phlebotomy Technician
Uncharted Territory
Uncharted Territory
Enrolling now

Phlebotomy Technician

Education and Health Services
Jobs: 438Wage: $17-$26/hr
Duration: 4-12 weeksHouston, TX
HS Diploma/GED
Phlebotomy Training Certificate
College of the Mainland
College of the Mainland

Phlebotomy Training Certificate

Education and Health Services
Jobs: 438Wage: $17-$26/hr
Duration: 4-12 weeks
Financial Documents
HS Diploma/GED
Background Check
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