Cardio-Phlebotomy Technician Online Certification Training Program—Frequently Asked Questions
A Cardio-Phlebotomy Technician performs both phlebotomy and EKG procedures. They collect blood specimens for testing and perform diagnostic tests like electrocardiograms (EKGs) to help detect cardiovascular issues. They also ensure proper patient care, safety and compliance with healthcare standards.
The career outlook for Cardio-Phlebotomy Technicians is very positive, with available jobs expected to grow by 8% over the next ten years.
Salaries can range from $33,000 to $55,000 annually, depending on experience, location and the specific office or clinic.
To start your career journey as a Cardio-Phlebotomy Technician, you need a high school diploma or equivalent, complete a formal training program such as MedCerts, pass the CET and CPT exam offered by the NHA, and complete the following hands-on clinical requirements within 90 days of passing the exams. Students are responsible for securing their clinical sites:
- Perform 10 capillary sticks and 30 venipuncutres on live individuals
- Perform 10 EKGs on live individuals
In the MedCerts online Cardio-Phlebotomy Technician certification training program, you will learn a comprehensive range of skills, including:
Phlebotomy procedures and techniques
EKG administration and interpretation
Patient care and safety protocols
Proper specimen collection and handling
Cardiovascular anatomy and physiology
Compliance with healthcare standards and regulations
Professionalism and communication skills in medical settings
The enrollment requirements include earning a High School Diploma or GED, internet access, course registration and payment.
Tuition is competitively priced at $3,750. The cost includes all of your materials and registration fees for your RDA examination.
Yes, payment plans are available as low as $325 per month. Additionally, students may qualify for government funding and scholarships.
While MedCerts does not offer financial aid, some students may be eligible for sponsorship through the following channels:
Workforce Funding (including WIOA)
MedCerts also offers payment plan options.
The total program duration is 16 weeks.
The program is developed with collaboration from industry-recognized subject matter experts and includes interactive simulations, interviews with real-world experts, game-based learning and more, catering to every type of learner.
Yes, the program includes a strategic exam preparation process and dedicated Student Success Advisors to provide tailored support based on performance.
The program includes expert-led video-based training, two eBooks (“Phlebotomy Worktext and Procedures Manual” and “Electrocardiography for the Healthcare Professional”), competency assessments and the national certification exam fee. All materials needed for the program are covered by MedCerts.
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certifications you’ll earn in this program are accredited through the exam-issuing authority, the NHA. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exams.
To become a fully certified Cardio-Phlebotomy Technician, students will need to complete their MedCerts program, take and pass the CET and CPT exam offered by the NHA, and complete the following hands-on clinical requirements within 90 days of passing the exams. Students are responsible for securing their clinical sites:
- Perform 10 capillary sticks and 30 venipunctures on live individuals
- Perform 10 EKGs on live individuals
