Everything You Want to Know
Before You Enroll

The Phlebotomy Technician Training Program at Global MedPath Institute is a 4-week, 135 clock-hour career training program that prepares students for entry-level employment as certified phlebotomy technicians in hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and other healthcare settings.

The program combines lecture, hands-on laboratory practice, and a clinical externship where students perform real blood draws under instructor supervision. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) examination.

The program is 4 weeks long, Monday through Friday. It consists of 135 total clock hours broken down as follows:

• 75 hours of lecture instruction
• 20 hours of laboratory training
• 40 hours of clinical externship

Classes meet Monday through Friday. Two sessions are available — Morning (8:00 AM to 1:00 PM) and Afternoon (4:00 PM to 9:00 PM). Choose the session that best fits your schedule.

The curriculum covers 12 modules designed to fully prepare you for the NHA certification exam and entry-level employment:

• PHB 101 — History of Phlebotomy
• PHB 102 — Quality Assurance, Infection Control & Safety
• PHB 103 — Medical Terminology
• PHB 104 — Human Anatomy & Physiology
• PHB 105 — Blood Collection Equipment & Venipuncture Procedure
• PHB 106 — Pre-Analytical Considerations
• PHB 107 — Capillary Puncture Equipment & Procedures
• PHB 108 — Special Collections & Point of Care Testing
• PHB 109 — Arterial Puncture Procedures
• PHB 110 — Non-Blood Specimens, Specimen Handling & Procedures
• PHB 111 — Skill Laboratory
• PHB 112 — Clinical Externship

We offer two sessions to fit your lifestyle:

• Morning Session: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Monday through Friday
• Afternoon Session: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM, Monday through Friday

Both sessions cover the same curriculum and lead to the same credential. Select your preferred session at the time of enrollment.

All classes are held in person at our training facility located at:

525 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Suite 385
Houston, Texas 77060

The facility includes a dedicated classroom and a fully equipped phlebotomy training laboratory with clinical-grade equipment and training arms.

To enroll in the Phlebotomy Technician Training Program you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have a High School Diploma or GED (copy required)
• Provide current TB Test Results (within the past 12 months)
• Complete and sign the Student Enrollment Agreement
• Pay tuition in full prior to the first day of class

Enrollment is simple and can be completed entirely online in about 3 minutes. Visit our enrollment page, select your cohort and session, and complete your payment securely online. You will receive a confirmation email immediately with everything you need to prepare for Day 1.

Tuition for the Phlebotomy Technician Training Program is , paid in full prior to the first day of class. This includes all course materials, lab supplies, and equipment usage. Books and study materials are included.

Cohorts start on a rolling basis. Seats are limited to ensure every student receives individualized attention from our instructors. To find out the next available start date, visit our enrollment page or contact us at admissions@globalmedpathinstitute.com.

We recommend enrolling early — seats fill quickly.

Our refund policy is established in accordance with Texas Workforce Commission regulations:

• Before the first day of class: Full refund minus an administrative fee not to exceed $100, with written cancellation notice
• Less than 10% of the program completed: 90% refund
• 10% but less than 25% completed: 75% refund
• 25% but less than 50% completed: 50% refund
• 50% or more completed: No refund

Students dismissed for violations of attendance, conduct, or other school policies are not entitled to a refund. Refunds are issued within 30 days of withdrawal or dismissal.

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from Global MedPath Institute and will be eligible to sit for the NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) national certification examination.

The CPT credential is nationally recognized and is one of the most respected phlebotomy certifications in the healthcare industry. Many employers specifically require or prefer NHA-certified candidates.

To be eligible to sit for the NHA CPT examination, you must complete all of the following during the program:

• All 135 clock hours (75 lecture, 20 laboratory, 40 externship)
• Minimum 30 successful venipunctures (standard arm draws) with instructor sign-off
• Minimum 10 successful capillary sticks (finger pricks) with instructor sign-off
• Pass all four weekly knowledge assessments with a score of 70% or higher

Every draw is logged and verified in real time. You will always know exactly where you stand.

The NHA CPT certification exam costs approximately $129 and is paid directly to the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) at the time of registration. This fee is not included in GMI's tuition. Visit nhanow.com to register for your exam after graduation.

Texas does not require a state license to work as a phlebotomist, but employers strongly prefer — and many require — national certification. To become a certified phlebotomist in Texas:

• Complete a TWC-approved phlebotomy training program (like ours) with a minimum of 135 clock hours
• Perform a minimum of 30 successful venipunctures and 10 capillary sticks under supervision
• Pass the NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) national exam

Our 4-week program takes you from zero experience to NHA exam-ready.

This is a clock-hour program. Every hour counts. Students are expected to attend every class session. A maximum of two excused absences is allowed during the program, with proper documentation required.

Absences cannot be used during the clinical externship (PHB 112). Arriving more than 30 minutes late counts as an absence. More than two absences are grounds for dismissal from the program without a refund.

Yes. A professional uniform is required every day. This is not just a school policy — it prepares you for the professional standards of healthcare employment. The required uniform is:

• Red scrubs (top and bottom)
• Rubber sole shoes
• Watch with a second hand (no smartwatches)
• Name badge — worn at all times in class and at clinical sites
• No jewelry of any kind
• No perfume or body spray
• Nails must be short and clean — no acrylic nails

Global MedPath Institute maintains a professional learning environment. Students are expected to treat all staff, instructors, and fellow students with respect at all times — both on campus and at clinical sites. No gossiping, no slang during class time, and a positive attitude conducive to learning is required every day.

Policy violations result in counseling. Continued violations may result in expulsion without a refund.

Yes. We provide career support to all graduates including resume building, interview preparation, job search guidance, and employer connections. Our goal is to help every graduate land a position in the Houston healthcare market.

Visit our Job Placement page for full details on our career services program. Please note that employment upon graduation is not guaranteed.

Houston is home to the Texas Medical Center — the largest medical complex in the world — employing over 106,000 healthcare professionals. Certified phlebotomy technicians work in a wide range of settings including:

• Hospitals and medical centers
• Clinical and reference laboratories
• Physician offices and clinics
• Blood banks and donation centers
• Dialysis centers
• Home health agencies
• Mobile phlebotomy services
• Plasma and infusion centers
• Corporate and occupational health clinics

Entry-level phlebotomy technicians in the Houston area typically earn between $15 and $20 per hour, with experienced and NHA-certified technicians earning more. Mobile phlebotomists and those working for reference labs or specialty facilities can earn at the higher end of that range. Exact compensation varies by employer, experience, and setting.

Global MedPath Institute is a career school licensed by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) under the Career Schools and Colleges program. Our TWC Certificate of Approval number is: S59886.

All programs offered at Global MedPath Institute are approved by TWC. For questions about our licensure, contact TWC at texasworkforce.org/careerschoolstudents or call 512-936-3100.

We take all student concerns seriously. If you have a complaint, please follow this process:

• Step 1: Discuss the concern directly with your instructor or the staff member involved
• Step 2: If unresolved, submit a written complaint to School Director Dr. Ashley Johnson at admissions@globalmedpathinstitute.com
• Step 3: The School Director will respond in writing within five business days
• Step 4: If dissatisfied with the school's response, you may file a formal complaint with TWC at texasworkforce.org/careerschoolstudents

For more information, see our Student Complaint Policy.