Phlebotomy Training

The phlebotomy program at Monroe County Community College gives students instruction and experience, through a variety of intrusive procedures, to draw blood samples from patients under the care and supervision of physicians or health care professionals. Students who graduate the phlebotomy program focus on courses in basic vascular anatomy and physiology, blood physiology, skin puncture techniques, venipuncture, venous specimen collection and handling, safety and sanitation procedures, and applicable standards and regulations. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer phlebotomy training.

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Monroe County Community College

1375 S Clare Ave, Harrison, MI

Monroe County Community College, located in Monroe, Michigan, was founded in 1964 though it did not begin operation until 1967. The school is the only institution of higher learning in Monroe County. The school also maintains relationships with nearby colleges and universities, allowing students to take undergraduate courses at MCCC for the purposes of convenience, allowing individuals to earn a bachelor's degree without leaving Monroe. The school also maintains a secondary location in Temperance known as the Whitman Center. The school offers high quality educational opportunities that are constantly reviewed and updated to ensure they meet the needs of current and future students.

Academics

Monroe County Community College offers a variety of programs aimed at assisting student pursue academic transfer opportunities or to pursue careers through training programs. Students seeking academic transfer will complete a curriculum that completes the first two years of a four year education. Upon completion students will apply to colleges and universities, and once accepted will complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Students applying to public state schools in Michigan will find agreements in place that ease transfer requirements and assist in transfer. Private and out of state schools will have varying admissions requirements, and it is recommended students seek the aid of a counselor if they wish to transfer.

Career training programs assist individuals in pursuing long term employment through education and skill development in one of the many high demand fields available for study. Programs are taught by experienced and qualified faculty, with practical courses giving students the opportunity to train in simulated real world conditions with proper supervision to ensure safety. Programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a degree or certificate that demonstrates competency and encourages employer confidence.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Chemistry
• Graphic Design
• Nursing
• Welding

Admissions and Financial Aid

Monroe County Community College is a public, two year, open enrollment institution that allows any individual that meets the minimum requirements for admission to enroll by completing an application and paying the associated fees. Students are asked to provide previous transcripts and standardized test scores if available, and may be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration. Participation in student orientation and a meeting with a counselor prior to the first semester are encouraged in order to familiarize new students with campus and assist them with choosing the right program.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information provided within which will be used by the financial aid office to determine need and aid program eligibility when constructing a students aid packet. Aid must be applied for prior to each academic year and should be submitted prior to posted dates to ensure the information is available prior to the start of the school year.

Students Enrolled in the Phlebotomy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Monroe County Community College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Phlebotomists

Description

Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).