Phlebotomy Certificate

Phlebotomy is an exciting entry-level healthcare career that provides ample employment opportunities and excellent exposure to the many areas of the healthcare industry. Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, research or blood donations. YVC’s program takes two quarters to complete, with lab instruction on both the Yakima and Grandview campuses. Working phlebotomists can expect to earn over $30,000 a year, with a job outlook growing faster than the average employment field over the next ten years.
Selective Admission
Beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year, the phlebotomy program will be offered as a Winter/Spring cohort. The program will accept the first 35 qualified students.
About the Program
- Phlebotomy Certificate (11 Credits)
- Online instruction / Labs in Yakima and Grandview
- 100-hour externship
- Opportunity Grant money available
- Median wage: $17.97 an hour
- 22% Job Growth (2020-2030)
- iBest Partnership
Program Curriculum
Program Information
Application Process
To complete the Phlebotomy Application please upload documentation of the following. All documentation must be in PDF format. Do not upload JPG or other file types. All documents must include identifiers such as your name and/or birthdate. Screenshots of online patient portals will not be accepted. Any application that does not include ALL items listed will be declined. Students can reapply at any time with the correct documentation.
Tuberculosis
Option 1
Two two-step TB skin tests. How is 2-step PPD testing done? The 2-step PPD test, or tuberculin skin test, is used to detect individuals with past tuberculosis (TB) infection. It is done in a four-appointment schedule: Visit 1: Place the first PPD Visit 2: 48-72 hours (about 3 days) later, the PPD is read. Visit 3: 1-3 weeks after Visit 1, the second PPD is placed. Visit 4: 48-72 hours (about 3 days) later, the PPD is read. In summary, 2-step PPD testing requires 2 PPDs to be placed, 1-3 weeks apart, with each of those tests read 48-72 hours (about 3 days) after placement.
Option 2
Documentation of negative TB skin test for last 3 consecutive years.
Option 3
If past positive results indicate a clear Chest X-ray within the last 5 years.
Option 4
IGRA – TB Blood Test (QuantiFERON TB Gold)
Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap)
Option
Vaccination within the last 8 years
Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR)
Option 1
Two vaccinations (6 weeks apart)
Option 2
Positive antibody titers (blood draw) for ALL 3 components
Varicella (Chicken Pox)
Option 1
Two vaccinations (6 weeks apart)
Option 2
Positive antibody titer (blood draw)
Hepatitis B (Hep B)
Option 1
Three vaccinations (2nd shot 2 months after 1st, and 3rd shot 4-6 months after 1st shot)
Option 2
Positive antibody titer (blood draw)
Influenza (Flu)
Option
One vaccination administered during the current flu season
COVID-19
Option 1
Two vaccinations of Moderna 21 days (about 3 weeks) apart
Option 2
Two vaccinations of Pfizer 28 days (about 4 weeks) apart
Option 3
One vaccination for Johnson & Johnson
Proof of more immunizations or other requirements may be requested for acceptance into the program as required by the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control, Washington state, and/or adopted by the externship site Infection Control Department.
Contact Us
Phlebotomy Program
alliedhealth@yvcc.edu 509.574.4913
Learn more about Allied Health Programs
YVC offers a unique approach to obtaining a variety of health professional certificates or degrees.
- Our shorter-term certificate offerings range from 5 to 69 credits in length.
- Our Associate of Applied Science Degree, we offer several options which range from 90 to 106 credits in length.
Our Allied Health Technology programs provide career and enrichment coursework and clinical experiences in order to build the knowledge, skills, and competencies for providing care for people of all ages in a variety of medical professions. Each program has different admission criteria, coursework, and degree options, ranging from introductory classes and certificates to associate of applied science degrees focused on a specific area of study. The majority of courses are offered in an online format. Clinical laboratory practice and clinical externship are required in some program courses.
West Campus Allied Health Building
YVC’s recently opened West Campus features expanded classrooms and labs for five of the college’s Allied Health programs: Medical Assisting, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomy, Sterile Processing Technician, and Surgical Technology. The new facility is designed to prepare students to excel as healthcare professionals by providing spaces that mimic real-life healthcare settings. Learn more about West Campus and the Allied Health Building.
Contact Allied Health
Email: alliedhealth@yvcc.edu or Phone: 509.574.4913