Phlebotomy

A Phlebotomist is a medical professional that is responsible for properly collecting specimens to be sent for laboratory analysis. This is the critical first step toward providing physicians with information that will aid in diagnoses and treatment of ailments. Phlebotomy is a great starting point and profession in the health care arena that can bridge to other health careers such as Medical Laboratory Technology. Ready to get started? Request a Program Brochure!

Barton’s Phlebotomy program has two parts:
1. Principles of Phlebotomy class and hands-on lab hours.
2. Phlebotomy clinical practicum.
The course is offered in an 8-week or regular semester 16-week session and requires a cooperative lab for the duration of the course.  Lab hours can be completed on the Great Bend Barton campus or in a pre-approved hospital in your area.  Following successful completion of the Principles of Phlebotomy course, a Phlebotomy clinical practicum of 100-120 hours in a hospital-based clinical rotation must be completed to be eligible for National Certification.

Program Enrollment Information

Enrollment for Summer and Fall 2025 classes is open now. The 8-week Summer class will start June 2, 2025, and end July 27, 2025. In the Fall, we will offer a 16-week class and two 8-week classes. The first classes (both 16-week and 8-week) start August 18, 2025.  The second Fall class (8-week) will start October 13, 2025.

Read through the Guide for Getting Started before completing the Phlebotomy Enrollment Agreement form. Please note that Phlebotomy classes are no longer self-enroll.  After completing the steps in the Guide for Getting Started, you will be enrolled by your advisor.

• Guide for Getting Started
• Barton's Admission Application
• Phlebotomy Enrollment Agreement Form

Additional Information

• Phlebotomy Program Costs 
• Phlebotomy Handbook 
• AMCA Certification Information
• Clinical Affiliation Sites