Certified Phlebotomy Technician
80-hour California Department of Public Health-approved phlebotomy program with externship, preparing students for the CPT-1 national exam and California certification.
5959 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite #110, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Open/rolling enrollment; new classes form every month; students may start at any time
No experience required
Program Philosophy
NIU College was founded to make quality career training accessible to working adults priced out of traditional private career colleges. Its mission is to help students achieve occupational and financial stability through reasonably priced, hands-on education. Programs emphasize small classes (fewer than 20), flexible morning/evening/weekend schedules, real-world externships, certification prep, and free career-placement support so graduates enter the workforce quickly without heavy student debt.
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Students wanting fast, certification-track entry into clinical lab work
3 Saturdays & 3 Sundays, 40 clock hours total: 20 hours basic instruction, 20 hours advanced classroom hours, plus weekend or weekdays 40 hours externship (including 50 successful venipunctures/skin punctures and 2 arterial observations). 100% lecture attendance required.
California Department of Public Health (CDPH)-approved training, 40-hour externship, and readiness for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) 1 national certification exam
Cost & Outcomes
The program costs $2,538 total, covering tuition, registration, books, supplies, CPR, a TB test, and the national certification exam and prep pack (both included). Qualifying students can offset part or all of the cost through outside funding by visiting their local American Job Center to check their eligiblity for a federal WIOA grant for the unemployed, the California Department of Rehabilitation for people with disabilities, and Workers' Compensation retraining vouchers for injured workers. Otherwise, students can pay in full, use an in-house monthly installment plan, or take a third-party private loan. NIU College is not eligible for federal or state financial aid.
Who This Program is Built For
This program was specifically designed with these communities in mind. If you see yourself, you belong here.
What Sets This Program Apart
Approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) 1 certification
National exam fee and prep package included in tuition
40-hour supervised externship with 50+ venipunctures and arterial observations
On-campus National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) certification proctor site
Short, affordable, fast-entry healthcare pathway
Day in the Life
- Didactic instruction on phlebotomy theory, safety, and ethics
- Hands-on venipuncture and capillary/skin-puncture practice
- Specimen collection, handling, and processing
- Supervised externship performing live blood draws
Jaime Serna is a California-licensed Certified Phlebotomy Technician II with many years of clinical laboratory, venipuncture, and teaching experience, including NICU specimen collection.
Soft and technical skills you'll gain by program completion.
National phlebotomy certification exam (NHA CPT or NCCT), followed by California Department of Public Health Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) 1 exam
82% pass rate
Highs & Lows
Meeting the 100% lecture-attendance rule and completing the required 50 venipunctures during the externship.
Performing real blood draws during externship and finishing exam-ready for state certification in just weeks.
Employment Support
Career development course covering resume writing, job search, and interview skills
Mock interviews and coaching on professional presentation
Placement coordinator assists graduates with job referrals and resume exposure
Free job placement services available for up to 5 years after graduation
Externship placement with local employers built into most programs
How It Works
Submit the inquiry form at https://www.niucollege.edu/phlebotomy-technician-programor call 818-347-9400
Meet with an admissions advisor for a consultation and campus tour
Provide proof of high school completion (diploma/GED/transcript), a government photo ID, and Social Security card; take the CELSA English assessment if needed
Review the School Performance Fact Sheet and sign the enrollment agreement
Arrange tuition payment or financing (cash, in-house installment plan, WIOA/workforce funding, or third-party loan)
Begin classes on the next available monthly start date
Frequently Asked Questions
If you can't find what you're looking for, feel free to contact us.Foreign diplomas must be translated and evaluated by NACES or AICE.
Felony-conviction disclosure is required on the Certified Phlebotomy Technician application.
Depending on the program, training takes anywhere from 3 weeks to 9 months, including an externship.
Yes. Classes are offered mornings, afternoons, evenings, and some weekends to fit working schedules.
NIU College does not participate in federal or state financial aid, but offers low tuition, payment plans, WIOA/workforce funding, and grants for those who qualify.
Yes. The placement coordinator helps graduates with resume writing, interview prep, and job referrals for up to 5 years after graduation.