Institute For Business & Technology

Lab Assistant/EKG Technician/Phlebotomy Diploma with Certification – Do You Have What it Takes?

Laboratory Assistants play a vital role in assisting other staff members in daily operations in laboratories. Their duties include drawing blood for donation or laboratory tests, verifying patient information, labeling and submitting specimens for processing, and entering patient, specimen, insurance or billing information into the computer. It is a growing field for people who want to make a difference!

“This is a great industry to get into but it takes a special person with a basic ability and a solid commitment; are you ready for the challenge?”

Industry Certifications include California Phlebotomy Technician (CPT1) (by State of CA) and is an integral part of the career training and preparation.

The Workforce: Graduates of Lab Assistant/EKG Technician/Phlebotomy programs may find work in a variety of healthcare environments, including private medical practices, hospitals, clinics and blood banks.  As with the majority of healthcare jobs in the US, lab assistants, EKG technicians and phlebotomists are in demand due to the growing need for Allied Health Career Professionals.

Job Opportunities: As a graduate from our program you will be prepared for entry-level employment in healthcare and you will be ready to take on your new career as a Lab Assistant, EKG Technician, or Phlebotomist.

Applied Skills: As a graduate from our program you will have learned how to draw blood and prepare it for lab testing, and draw other specimens/bodily fluids from patients as needed. You will also have an understanding of hematology, bacteriology, urinalysis, electrocardiography, phlebotomy, and vital signs. In addition, you will be prepared to achieve your Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

IBT Advantages:- Why Choose Us?

• Industry Certifications – The focused industry-relevant training including certification preparation validates your skills learned to employers, in this high-growth field.

• Hands-On Training – Apply your skills in a real-world hands-on small class size environment including all-day access  to our spacious and well equipped state-of-the-industry labs

• Real Learning and Mentoring – Learn from our professional industry experienced instructors rather than from a book-trained instructor

• Field Experience – Benefit from an  externship

• Great Support – Receive tutoring at no charge, student advising to ensure success, and an automated library via the Internet

• We Always Stand by You – We support you throughout your career with job placement should you need our support with employment now and in the future

• High Standards – We are held to high standards for student completion and job placement rates by our accrediting body: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

• Financial Aid – Available to those who qualify for student loans, grants, or both helping pay for their education

• High Growth Career – We offer programs in some of the fastest-growing fields in the healthcare industry