What is Phlebotomy?

Phlebotomists collect blood, process samples, and perform point-of-care and waived laboratory testing while looking cool in a lab coat. They operate computers and analyzers. Fine motor, communication, and people skills are a must. Interest in science is a plus!

Why WC?

  • One of only two accredited phlebotomy programs in the State of Texas
  • Certified to work after only one semester
  • 16 hour college curriculum-prep for a career in the medical field
  • Students are on-boarded to contracted clinical sites 
  • Phlebotomy registry exam practice included
  • Earn points toward other medical programs or bundle certificates

Career Options

Work in a hospital, outpatient collection center, blood or plasma donation center, physician's office, or research lab.

Many hospitals pay tuition reimbursement while you continue your medical education.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
the median annual salary for a phlebotomist in 2025 is
$40,600

Salaries varying depending on the specific healthcare setting, with outpatient care centers typically offering higher pay compared to other settings. The hourly rate varies from $17.00- $22.00/hour.

The Phlebotomy Program is a pre-requisite to an exciting career in Medical Laboratory Technology, now offered at Weatherford College as an Associate’s degree. Analyze blood and body fluids, discover anemia and leukemias; identify pathogenic organisms and be a critical part of the Healthcare Team. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects annual MLT pay in 2025 to be $60,780.00 with positive job growth!

Related Programs

Transfer Options

Work in the Phlebotomy field, pursue a career as an MLT or MLS in the medical laboratory science field, or pursue other medical fields such as Radiology Technology, Sonography, Respiratory Care, Nursing, OTA, or PTA.

Scholarships

  • Garza and Becan-McBride Scholarship for Phlebotomy Students from ASCP
  • Catholic Charities Scholarship
  • Apply for all WC scholarships to which you may qualify.

Faculty

Phlebotomy Faculty listed in the Faculty Directory

Contact

Tammi White
Administrative Assistant, Health and Human Sciences
twhite@wc.edu
817-598-6217
Phlebotomy Technology
Number of Credits
16