What Are the Benefits of Phlebotomy Certification?

A phlebotomist is a person trained in drawing blood as prescribed by a doctor, for drug tests or for blood donations. Phlebotomy certification is an exam that tests the abilities of a person to safely draw blood. Getting a phlebotomy certification can help advance a phlebotomist's career in many ways.

Proof of Experience

• A potential employer would much rather hire an individual with certified experience than someone who is still learning. According to All Allied Health Schools, without phlebotomist certification, getting a job is "nearly impossible." A phlebotomy certification proves that an individual has the necessary experience to draw blood.

Drive for Success

• A phlebotomist who has gained experience on the job is required to work six months full time or a year part time before qualifying for phlebotomy certification. Staying in the field of phlebotomy for enough time to receive a certification shows an employer dedication. "Becoming certified in phlebotomy requires 100 unaided blood withdrawals and 200 hours of in-class experience, according to All Allied Health Schools.

Job Reliability

• Those not yet certified as a phlebotomist are considered interns. Applying for a job with only on-the-job experience puts an employer in a precarious situation. Hiring someone without certification could result in an accident at work or, even worse, discredit the legitimacy of their business. As of September 21, 2009, a phlebotomist can earn from $18,720-$25,168 a year, according to the Colorado Health Career Guide. Without official certification, a worker could be offered a substandard yearly salary.