- Start date: Revolving
- Duration: 4 Weeks
- Level: Intermediate (requires prior clinical or education experience)
- Location: On-Site
This is a 4-week phlebotomy course that provides the experienced student with additional skills and training in order to succeed in the healthcare field as a phlebotomist or other healthcare professional. This course is intended to compliment the student's current medical training and/or experience. This course contains lecture, discussion, and practical instruction. The student must demonstrate proficient phlebotomy skills and knowledge equivalent to the Phlebotomy program but in a shorter timeframe. This class is intended for students with prior medical training, related education, or clinical experience. Call our office at (816) 974-8823 to see if you are eligible. If you are not eligible or would appreciate more in depth coverage of the field, please look into our Phlebotomy program.
Our instructors will guide you as you learn a variety of types of blood drawing techniques, safety standards, basic anatomy and physiology.
The following is a list of topics covered in class.
Accelerated Phlebotomy Admissions Requirements:
The Accelerated Phlebotomy program consists of the three following parts:
| Lecture | Skills Lab | Assessments |
|---|---|---|
| Two sessions per week for 4 weeks. Each session is 3 hours long. | Introduction to the lab and live sticks. | One midterm test on chapter material mid-way through the program. |
| Material is presented by a qualified and state approved instructor. | Mechanics of equipment and specimen handling. | One comprehensive multiple-choice final examination. |
| A student manual is provided to you to supplement in-class material. | Techniques of venipuncture and tips and tricks of the trade. | Final skills evaluation at the end of the program to assess career-readiness. |
The following is the break-down for tuition and fees for the 4-Week Accelerated Phlebotomy course.
- Registration Fee: $50
- Tuition: $500
- Laboratory Fee: $75
- Textbook Fee: $25
Kansas City School of Phlebotomy is approved to operate by the Missouri Department of Higher Education. Students who have successfully completed the Accelerated Phlebotomy program may choose to sit for an accredited national certification examination through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). This is optional and employment is not contingent upon successful completion, although it may make an individual more competitive in the job market.
| TESTING DATE | EXAM TIME | REGISTRATION CLOSES |
|---|---|---|
| CPT - October 06, 2017 | 10:00am | September 28, 2017 |
| CPT - October 27, 2017 | 10:00am | October 19, 2017 |
| CPT - November 03, 2017 | 10:00am | October 26, 2017 |
| CPT - November 24, 2017 | 10:00am | November 16, 2017 |
| CPT - December 01, 2017 | 10:00am | November 23, 2017 |
| CPT - December 27, 2017 | 10:00am | December 19, 2017 |
| CPT - December 29, 2017 | 10:00am | December 21, 2017 |
| CPT - January 05, 2018 | 10:00am | December 28, 2017 |
| CPT - January 26, 2018 | 10:00am | January 18, 2018 |
Payment plans are available to divide the cost of the program over the time you are enrolled. These plans are provided at no additional cost and available to all students. You can choose one of the two payment plans listed below to pay for your enrollment in the Accelerated Phlebotomy program at KCSP:
| Plan A | Plan B | |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | $50 at Registration | $50 at Registration |
| Week 1 | $300 | $150 |
| Week 2 | $100 | $150 |
| Week 3 | $100 | $150 |
| Week 4 | $100 | $150 |
One of the major factors to consider when pursuing education in any field is the what the hiring market looks like for students after graduation. While no school can guarantee that graduates will find a job, KCSP is committed to providing career assistance services that will guide the student through the job application process.
| Quick Facts | Phlebotomists |
|---|---|
| 2015 Median Pay | $31,630 per year ($15.21 per hour) |
| Typical Entry-Level Education | Postsecondary nondegree award |
| Work Experience Required in a Related Occupation | None |
| Additional On-the-job Training Required | None |
| Number of Jobs (2014) | 112,700 |
| Job Outlook (2014-2024) | 25% (Much faster than average) |
| Employment Change (2014-2024) | 28,100 |
Data Table From: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Phlebotomists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/phlebotomists.htm (data retrieved September 11, 2016).
Upcoming 2016/2017 Accelerated Phlebotomy Schedule
Classes meet twice a week for 4 weeks.
| KSPAcP Saturday/Sunday Mornings 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS/ID | START DATE | END DATE | SEATS |
| AcP1865 | June 10, 2017 | July 02, 2017 | Closed |
| AcP1866 | July 22, 2017 | August 13, 2017 | Closed |
| AcP1867 | September 23, 2017 | October 15, 2017 | Open |
| AcP1868 | November 18, 2017 | December 10, 2017 | Open |
| AcP1869 | January 20, 2018 | February 11, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2200 | March 03, 2018 | March 25, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2201 | April 21, 2018 | May 13, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2202 | June 02, 2018 | June 24, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2203 | July 21, 2018 | August 12, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2204 | September 08, 2018 | September 30, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2205 | October 20, 2018 | November 11, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2206 | December 01, 2018 | December 23, 2018 | Open |
| KSPAcP Tuesday/Thursday Evenings 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS/ID | START DATE | END DATE | SEATS |
| AcP1877 | August 08, 2017 | August 31, 2017 | Closed |
| AcP1878 | September 05, 2017 | September 28, 2017 | Closed |
| AcP1879 | October 03, 2017 | October 26, 2017 | Open |
| AcP1880 | October 31, 2017 | November 28, 2017 | Open |
| AcP1881 | December 05, 2017 | December 28, 2017 | Open |
| AcP2207 | January 02, 2018 | January 25, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2208 | January 30, 2018 | February 22, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2209 | February 27, 2018 | March 22, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2210 | March 27, 2018 | April 19, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2211 | April 24, 2018 | May 17, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2212 | May 22, 2018 | June 14, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2213 | June 19, 2018 | July 12, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2214 | July 17, 2018 | August 09, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2215 | August 14, 2018 | September 06, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2216 | September 11, 2018 | October 04, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2217 | October 09, 2018 | November 01, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2218 | November 06, 2018 | December 04, 2018 | Open |
| AcP2219 | December 11, 2018 | January 10, 2019 | Open |
2016