Phlebotomy
Learn to be a Phlebotomist in just 200 hours and be ready to start a new career! 75 hours of theory will include techniques of drawing blood, finger sticks, other specimen collection, safety procedures, infection control, suitability of specimen, quality assurance and a review of the HIPAA Act. This program requires a mandatory 125 hour unpaid clinical internship. Get a Certificate of Completion from this course and get right to work! (200 Hour Program)
Next Class Starts:
September 23, 2025 to December 30, 2025
Tuesday through Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Workforce Development North Campus | 1526 Walden Avenue, Suite 200 | Cheektowaga, NY 14225
*An off-site internship is required for this program.
Registration Process
This program requires an application and entrance exam.
Step 1: Fill Out the Registration Application
Step 2: Choose a TABE Test Date (Testing details will be emailed to you prior to your selected test date.)
Click here for information on the entrance exam.
Tuition $3,000
Financial assistance may be available through ACCES-VR, DCC (prev. BETC)/SUNY Erie One Stop, NETC, the US Department of Veterans Affairs or other sources.
A $300 security deposit is required to reserve your spot in this class.
- Tuition does not include student uniforms. These are the responsibility of the student to obtain. The approximate cost is $130 and is subject to change.
Admission Requirements
- A TABE score of 9.0 in reading and 6.0 in math*.
- A personal interview will be conducted.
- A valid high school diploma or equivalency.
- An up-to-date physical with immunizations.
Employment Outlook
Previous employers include Catholic Health Systems, Quest Diagnostics, CSL Plasma, Aveanna Healthcare and UNYTS. Entry-level Phlebotomists can expect to earn an average of $16 to $18 per hour. E1B provides career coaching, resume writing assistance, job search strategies and interview preparation.
*Exceptions to admission scores may be considered based on work history, prior education, personal interview, and employer recommendations.
Vaccination Policy
The COVID vaccine is NOT required for participation at this time. However, this policy is subject to change per the guidance and regulations of the NYSDOH and our participating clinical sites.