Phlebotomy Classes in Columbus
2 phlebotomy training programs in Columbus, Ohio, starting between $600–$1,500. Compare program length, externship hours and certification prep before you contact anyone.
What phlebotomists earn in Ohio
The median phlebotomist in Ohio earns $39,770 a year ($19.12/hour), across about 5,120 people employed statewide. A state median blends its expensive metros with its rural counties, so Columbus wages may sit above or below it.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. See all 50 states compared.
Phlebotomy training in Columbus: common questions
How many phlebotomy schools are there in Columbus?
There are 2 phlebotomy training programs in Columbus, Ohio listed on PhlebGuide — 1 in-person, 1 hybrid.
How much does phlebotomy training cost in Columbus?
Programs in Columbus start between $600–$1,500. Tuition rarely covers the certification exam fee, background check, immunisations or scrubs, so ask each school for a written total cost of attendance.
Do Columbus phlebotomy programs include an externship?
2 of the 2 programs in Columbus include a clinical externship. That is supervised practice on real patients, and certification bodies require documented live draws — so it is the single most important thing to confirm before enrolling.
Do I need a licence to work as a phlebotomist in Ohio?
Ohio does not license phlebotomists at state level. Employers there almost always ask for a national certification such as the NHA's CPT, the ASCP's PBT or AMT's RPT instead.
What do phlebotomists earn in Ohio?
The median phlebotomist in Ohio earns $39,770 a year ($19.12 an hour), across roughly 5,120 people employed in the state. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
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