Phlebotomy Technician Certification (PTC) Program
About the Program
The PTC Program was developed in 2022 as a community service to provide a structured educational program for those interested in learning the science of phlebotomy techniques. Upon fulfillment of all PTC program requirements, graduates receive a certificate of completion. The curriculum is based on the content specifications of the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) examination administered by the National Health career Association (NHA), and graduates are encouraged to sit for this certification examination. Graduates who sit for, and pass, the CPT examination obtain the Certified Phlebotomy Technician credentials that follow their name as (CPT).
Mission Statement
In accordance with and in support of the mission of the Nashville General Hospital, the Phlebotomy Technician Certification Program is committed to educating highly skilled phlebotomy technicians who will provide quality care for their patients. It is the program’s mission to promote phlebotomy skills, high quality patient care, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, professionalism, and continuing education. This is accomplished through a 12-week didactic and clinical curriculum.
Objective
The objective of this short-term training course is to provide students with the theory, laboratory, and clinical experience in the practice of phlebotomy. The program prepares students to successfully pass the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification exam.
Program Goals
Upon completion of the PTC program, the graduate will be able to:
- Verify patient/donor identity.
- Explain blood-drawing procedure to patients and answer questions.
- Evaluate patients’ ability to withstand procedure.
- Draw blood from patients and blood donors.
- Perform basic point of care testing.
- Prepare blood specimens for testing.
- Maintain medical equipment such as needles, test tubes and blood vials.
Admissions Requirements
- Submit application along with a $50 non-refundable application fee (Either paid on-line (see "Pay Your Application Fee" button above), OR Cashier's check or Money Order payable to NGH PTC program). (Note: There is a $2.95 surcharge when paying on-line with debit/credit card)
- Submit proof of high school graduation or GED completion.
- A criminal background check and a drug screening are required. Applicants are responsible for fees.
- Once the application, application fee, and transcript(s) have been received, the candidate will be scheduled to start the next scheduled class, pending the results of a background check and drug screening.
- After the background check and drug screening are cleared, students are required to provide documentation of:
- TB skin test (PPD) within the last 3 months or a copy of the chest x-ray report within the last 3 months if unable to take the skin test because of a past positive reaction
- Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis) immunization/booster that is less than 10 years old
- Proof of 2 MMR immunizations OR positive titers for Rubeola, Mumps, and Rubella
- Proof of 2 Varicella (chickenpox) immunizations OR positive titer
- Hepatitis B immunization or signed waiver
- Flu Vaccine
- BLS/CPR for the healthcare worker certification
Note: The student may schedule the aforementioned tests/immunizations through their personal physician or at Nashville General Hospital.
Schedule
Classes (weeks 1-6) - Tuesday & Thrusday (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Clinical (weeks 7-12) - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM one day each week between M-F
Program Fees
Application fee - $50 (non-refundable – Paypal payable to NGH PTC Program)
Tuition - $950 (Due at orientation or no later than one week prior to the first class day - non-refundable after class starts - Paypal payable to NGH PTC Program). Note: There is no loan program available at this time.
Required Textbook/Workbook –approx. $85.00
Liability insurance - $35.00
Criminal background check - $50.00
Drug screening - $35.00
Uniforms (Light Gray Scrubs) – (may be purchased anywhere - cost varies)
Immunizations and titers – (cost varies depending on lab and number of tests or immunizations needed)
CPR for the Health Care Provider – (cost varies); may contact the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Certification exam (after completion of program) – approx. $120.00
*NOTE: All fees subject to change. The program currently is not a Title IV participant through the Federal Department of Education. This means students are not eligible for Federal Student Aid (government-funded student loans or deferments). Please contact the program officials for information on state financial assistance centers.
If you are interested in applying for this program, call
615-341-4659 for the program schedule, or email:
radprograminfo@nashvilleha.org for more information.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The School of Health Sciences Programs of Nashville General Hospital at Meharry do not discriminate on the basis of disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, creed, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, or State constitutional or statutory law in its student admission policies as well as employment administration, program operations, and activities.
