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How to Become a Phlebotomist
Learn what phlebotomist professionals do, how to enter the field, and how the career can grow—plus current U.S. earning potential.
Texas Median Salary
$95,480
2026 EDITION
Time to Entry
12-20 weeks (3-5 months) for certificate programs, often part
Total Investment
$1,000 - $2,500
Employment #s
2930
Our Features
Every figure in this guide is dated and traced to the agency or survey it came from. Wage data: BLS OEWS May 2025 (released 15 May 2026). Wage shown is for a related occupation and is indicative only — BLS publishes no exact match for this role.
Who It's For:
For people exploring phlebotomist and ready-to-start candidates who want a clear, source-backed view of the work, the entry requirements, the time and cost involved, and the paths available after qualification.
What's in the Guide:
What the work involves, where the role fits, and what employers expect | A step-by-step entry roadmap covering education, regulation, credentials, exams, time, and cost | Career-specific skills and realities: NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Eligibility Requirements; NHA CPT Application Process and Fees | Current U.S. pay ranges and the factors that shape earning potential | A source-backed 90-day action plan
Earning Potential
Texas
$76,920 – $114,160
United States
$76,920 – $114,160
BLS OEWS May 2025 (released 15 May 2026)
Regulatory Authority
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Is a license required?
Yes
Credential
THE LICENSE (CERTIFICATION): PASSING THE CPT EXAM - THE CRITICAL JUNCTURE
Continuing Education
8 hours for initial certification
Examination
widely held by volume and the most commonly taken exam, but it is not the only route and n
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration controls the gate. This guide maps it.
Common Questions
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