Phlebotomy

This non-credit course is designed for personal and professional development and does not count toward a degree. It is not eligible for financial aid and cannot be transferred to other college or universities.

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Program Overview

Launch your healthcare career with hands-on training in blood collection, specimen processing, and patient care. Our Phlebotomy program equips you with the skills and knowledge needed for success in hospitals, clinics, and labs. Prepare for national certification and start making a difference in healthcare today.

Workforce Credential

Healthcare professional wearing blue gloves preparing a patient’s arm for a blood draw, with a green tourniquet applied and medical supplies visible in the background.

$43K

Median Annual Wage

Day Per Week Classes

18K

Job Openings Each Year

Laboratory technician using a pipette to place a sample under a microscope, wearing protective gloves and a lab coat in a clinical setting.

Close-up of a gloved hand holding a blood-filled test tube with a red cap, with additional blood sample tubes in the background.

REASONS TO ATTEND SAINT PAUL COLLEGE

Quick Entry into Healthcare

Our Phlebotomy program is designed for quick entry into the medical field—most students complete training in just a few months. With flexible scheduling, hands-on learning, and expert instructors, Saint Paul College helps you gain the essential skills to start working in hospitals, clinics, or labs right away. Whether you’re launching a new career or adding to your healthcare credentials, we make it easy to get started and succeed.

High Demand & Job Stability

Healthcare employers across Minnesota and beyond are actively seeking trained phlebotomists—and Saint Paul College can help you meet that demand. Our program prepares you for a stable, rewarding career with strong job prospects in hospitals, clinics, and laboratories. With national certification eligibility and practical experience built into the curriculum, you’ll graduate ready to step into a role where your skills are valued and needed every day.

Direct Patient Engagement

At Saint Paul College, our Phlebotomy program emphasizes direct patient engagement, giving you the opportunity to build trust and provide compassionate care during one of the most common medical procedures—blood draws. You’ll gain hands-on experience in real-world settings, learning how to communicate effectively, ease patient anxiety, and deliver high-quality care. This personal connection is a vital skill that sets our graduates apart in today’s healthcare environment.

Rows of colorful blood collection tubes arranged in a grid pattern, featuring orange, red, yellow, purple, and blue caps in organized trays.

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