Phlebotomy
About
A phlebotomist is a medical worker who draws blood from patients for various lab tests and procedures. They work in private medical labs, hospitals, and other medical facilities.
Phlebotomy classes are offered in the fall and spring semesters only.
Classes are located on the West Campus of Amarillo College.
*Note: This course fills up quickly. Make sure to be in compliance for registration and come in as soon as registration opens to ensure your spot in the class.
Spring 2026 Registration is Open
In-Person Registration Only
Prerequisites
Steps
- Meet with Student Coordinator
- Complio - Immunizations, Background Check, Drug Screen
The Complio website provides an all-in-one compliance tracking program on one platform. Complio is compatible with Chrome and Firefox browsers only. The average time to process is 5–10 days, but can take longer depending on demand.
- Criminal Background Check = $48
- Drug Screen = $32
- Immunizations = $20
Required Include
Note: All shots must be completed and current to be able to register for these programs.
- Tetanus-Diphtheria (May look like TD, TDap, DTap, or DT on a shot record. Must have been given within the last 10 years.)
- Measles* (2 doses must be recorded on shot record)
- Mumps*
- Rubella*
- Hepatitis B (3-shot series must be completed)
- Chickenpox Titer OR Varicella vaccination
- TB Test (Dated within the last 12 months)
- Flu shot (seasonal)
*May appear as MMR on shot record and, if so, there must be 2 doses recorded.
- High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Register – Pay
Program Details
Student Coordinator
Meet with Janice Ramos – Student Coordinator
AC West Campus, Building A, Room 104
- Email: jrramos23@actx.edu
- Phone: (806) 354-6088
Program Length
6 months
Days/Times
Classes are held Monday & Wednesday from 6:00–9:00 PM.
Curriculum
- PLAB 1023: Phlebotomy Lecture – 50 hrs.
- PLAB 1060: Phlebotomy Clinical – 112 hrs.
- PLAB 2000: Phlebotomy Professional – 24 hrs.
Program Total: 186 Hours
Current Classes
For current class dates and information, go to the Continuing Healthcare Search page, or call the Continuing Healthcare Education Advisor at (806) 354-6085.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for financial aid. (TPEG Funding)
Applications are available at AC's West Campus, Building A, Room 104
Estimated Costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $1,200 |
| Scrubs | $40 |
| Testing | Included |
| Book Packet | $175 |
| Background check, 10 panel drug screen and immunizations | $55 |
| Total | $1,470 |
* Approximate cost from Stacy's Uniform.
Job Outlook
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