Phlebotomy Certificate - Academic Plan
2025-2026
Total Credits = 7
Phlebotomy is the acquired professional skill of performing vein punctures (drawing blood). The Phlebotomy Certificate is a fifteen-week class that meets during the evenings in the Spring and Fall semesters. This seven-credit certificate includes four credits of lecture/didactic information and three credits of clinical internship. 120 hours of clinical internship are required for the program.
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate entry-level competency and knowledge in the following areas: Specimen Collection and Processing, Laboratory Operations, and Anatomy and Physiology of the Circulatory System.
- Display professional laboratory safety procedures.
- Communicate and collaborate within a medical laboratory setting.
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Recommendations
Where requirements are listed as course categories (e.g. Electives, Arts/Humanities) rather than as specific courses, please note that depending upon course choice, prerequisites may be required.
*Grade C or better required
| Required Course | Prerequisite, Corequisite, or Recommendation |
|---|---|
| HPR 1020 - Phlebotomy | Corequisite: HPR 1080 - Internship |
| HPR 1080 - Internship | Corequisite: HPR 1020 - Phlebotomy |
Recommended Course Sequence (Part-Time)
Notes
- Course availability is subject to change.
- Recommended courses may be listed above for certain electives; consult with the Academic Advising Office (advising [at] arapahoe [dot] edu or 303.797.5664) for additional elective recommendations.
- Refer to 2024/2025 catalog for specific requirements and important information about this certificate.