Phlebotomy Technician / Requirements
Requirements to Start Phlebotomy Technician Training
Complete general SCC admissions plus program-specific health, immunization, and background requirements. See the requirements page for details.
Complete general SCC admissions plus program-specific health, immunization, and background requirements. See the requirements page for details.
Admission Requirements and Procedures
Admission requirements vary by program and are subject to change. To enroll in any of the post-secondary programs offered at State Career College (SCC), each prospective student must meet the following requirements:
- Participate in an interview
- Be at least 17 years old
- Government-issued ID
- Graduated from high school or obtained a General Education Development (GED) certificate
- Sign the High School Attestation form
- Meet the additional program-specific requirements outlined below
Phlebotomy Technician — program-specific
- Complete health assessment by a healthcare professional
- Provide immunization records(including TB Screening, Hepatitis B Series or Waiver, Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR), COVID, and Tetanus)
- Pass a criminal background check
- CPR Certification
- Additional requirements may be required
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Phlebotomy Technician program, and is it online, hybrid, or on-campus?
Phlebotomy Technician is a 12-week, on-campus certificate (120 clock hours) in Gurnee, Illinois, concluding with a supervised clinical externship.
How much does the Phlebotomy Technician program cost, and what is included?
Total cost is $2,800, including tuition, books and supplies, clinical fees, uniform fees, and testing fees. See the cost page for the full breakdown.
What certification or exam am I eligible for after finishing?
Graduates are eligible to sit for a nationally recognized phlebotomy certification exam after completing classroom training and the clinical externship.
What are the admission requirements for the Phlebotomy Technician program?
Applicants complete an interview and general SCC admissions steps, plus program-specific health, immunization, and background requirements listed on the requirements page.