Community College of Philadelphia
Community College of Philadelphia features phlebotomy education in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Programs range from $800 to $1,500. Program duration is One semester + 100 clinical hours.
Program Details
- Program Type
- hybrid
- Duration
- One semester + 100 clinical hours
- Tuition
- $800–$1,500
- Financial aid
- Available
- Externship
- 100 hours
Certifications
Accreditation
Prepares For
Program Highlights
- check_circle100 venipunctures required
- check_circlePhiladelphia hospital network
- check_circleNAACLS accredited
Do you need a licence in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania does not require a state licence or certificate to work as a phlebotomist — only California, Nevada, Washington and Louisiana do. Employers there almost always ask for a national certification such as the NHA's CPT, the ASCP's PBT, or AMT's RPT, and most programs are built to prepare you for one of them.
Common questions about Community College of Philadelphia
How much does the Community College of Philadelphia phlebotomy program cost?
Tuition runs $800 to $1,500. That figure is what the school publishes for the program itself; textbooks, scrubs, a background check, and the certification exam fee are usually billed separately, so ask for a full cost sheet before you enrol. This program reports that financial aid options are available to students who qualify.
How long is the Community College of Philadelphia phlebotomy program?
The program runs one semester + 100 clinical hours. Phlebotomy is one of the fastest routes into healthcare — most programs finish in a few weeks to a single semester, far short of a two-year degree. Clinical externship hours are part of that time, not an extra step afterwards.
Do I need a licence to work as a phlebotomist in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania does not require a state licence or certificate to work as a phlebotomist — only California, Nevada, Washington and Louisiana do. Employers there almost always ask for a national certification such as the NHA's CPT, the ASCP's PBT, or AMT's RPT, and most programs are built to prepare you for one of them.
What certification does Community College of Philadelphia prepare you for?
The program prepares students to sit for CPT. Certification is awarded by the certifying body after you pass its exam, not by the school — finishing the program makes you eligible to test.
Is Community College of Philadelphia accredited?
This program lists accreditation or approval from NAACLS. Accreditation status can change, so verify it directly with the accrediting body before you pay anything.
Does the Community College of Philadelphia program include a clinical externship?
Yes, 100 hours. An externship puts you in a real lab or draw station with live patients, which is what most employers and — in regulated states — the certifying body want to see.
Where is Community College of Philadelphia located?
The program is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Check with the school which campus or clinical site your cohort actually meets at, as it is not always the main address.
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- check_circleOne semester + 100 clinical hours program
- check_circleFinancial aid may be available
- check_circleIncludes a clinical externship
Found a program? Here is the rest of it
Picking a school is one step of four. We cover what to ask before you enrol, how to pay for it — short programs became Pell-eligible in July 2026 — what training is like, and how to get hired afterwards.
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Starting out
Work out whether the job suits you, what it pays, and what your state requires — before you spend anything.
- 2You are here
Choosing a school and paying for it
Compare real programs on the things that decide your outcome, then find the money. Short programs became Pell-eligible in July 2026.
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Going to school
What the classroom and the externship are actually like, and passing your certification exam the first time.
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Getting hired
Where phlebotomists actually work, what entry-level hiring looks like, and how to get past the experience catch-22.