Midwest Technical Institute

Phlebotomy

Springfield, IL (Main Campus)
Diploma
Phlebotomy
Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
Taught on campus in Springfield, IL.
$2,281
5 weeks / 100 clock hours
No application fee is charged.
Federal aid (Pell Grants, Stafford Loans), VA/GI Bill benefits, outside scholarships and grants, personal loans, cash, check or credit card; no interest on self-pay balances.

Phlebotomy is a Diploma program offered by Midwest Technical Institute in Springfield, IL. The program takes 5 weeks / 100 clock hours to complete, with a total tuition of $2,281.

Program Overview

Hematology and phlebotomy will be learned and practiced during this 5-week program. During these five weeks, the students will learn about and practice laboratory tasks routinely performed by an entry level Phlebotomist, in a medical facility. The students will be introduced to basic anatomy and medical terminology. An introduction to the collecting and handling of specimens for testing, both at a facility and at an outside laboratory, are covered. The students will also have the opportunity to be certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid. Students will practice the proper way to identify patients and perform the necessary laboratory procedures. Students will learn HIPAA practices as well as Blood borne Pathogens. Students will learn and practice teaching methods and strategies for patient education. Upon meeting graduation requirements of the Phlebotomy program, the student is entitled to a Phlebotomy diploma. Students will be prepared to sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) at the completion of the program.

Admission Requirements & Process

Admission Requirements

MTI requires all applicants to the school to provide proof of a high school diploma, recognized equivalency certificate, or documentation of home school completion with the exception of CDL Training Course students. If the validity of the diploma is in question the admissions representative will review the most recently published diploma mill list to confirm whether or not we are able to accept the students diploma for enrollment. If it is determined that the diploma is not valid, admission to the program will be denied.

All Programs:

  • A personal interview with an authorized representative of the school.
  • Completed Health Affidavit/Screening.
  • Valid driver's license, state issued ID, or United States passport is required.
  • Must be 17 to enroll, must be 18 upon graduation. (Excluding CDL Course)

Admission Procedures

Admissions procedures for MTI include:

  • A visit to the school.
  • A personal interview with an authorized representative of the school.
  • Payment of the registration fee, if applicable, must be paid by the first day of class unless otherwise authorized. Payment of the registration fee secures a student's seat in a class, with the exception of the BNA program. There are a limited number of seats in the BNA program and these seats are filled by those who pay their tuition and fees in full first. All other tuition and fees must be paid on the first day of class unless otherwise authorized.
  • Any student that declines loan amounts offered (Subsidized, Unsubsidized, and/or Plus Loans) which results in an out of pocket expense, will be required to pay that balance in full prior to their start date unless otherwise authorized.

Trial Enrollment Period: Students who enroll will be offered an opportunity to attend our programs for up to three days without incurring a financial obligation, excluding the registration fee, the D.O.T. Physical and D.O.T. Drug Screen for CDL students, and Background Check for Basic Nursing Assistant students. Any student who officially or unofficially withdraws from school within three (3) class days of the official start date of the program will not be considered to have started school, no credit will be earned, and their tuition obligation and cost of course materials will be waived. Cosmetology and Medical Assisting require a two-week trial enrollment period before being admitted as regular students.

Application Process

  1. 1
    Submit Application
    Complete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
  2. 2
    Submit Transcripts
    Provide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
  3. 3
    Financial Aid
    Complete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.
    Complete FAFSA Application
  4. 4
    Enrollment
    Once accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.

Program Schedule

5 weeks/100 Clock Hours / 25 Additional Outside Clock Hours / 4 Semester Credits. Springfield, IL: Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. East Peoria, IL and Moline, IL: Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Springfield, MO campus: Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.) PM schedule subject to availability. The maximum number of students in a typical classroom is 20 and 15 in lab.

Curriculum

  • Week 1 (11.8 lecture & 8.2 lab / 5 additional outside clock hours): Phlebotomy Practice and Quality Assessment, Communication, Computer Essentials, and Documentation, Professional Ethics, Legal, and Regulatory Issues, Infection Control, Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology of Organ Systems.
  • Week 2 (11.8 lecture & 8.2 lab / 5 additional outside clock hours): Professional Ethics, Legal, and Regulatory Issues, Infection Control, Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology of Organ Systems, The Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems, Blood Collection Equipment for Venipuncture and Capillary Specimens, Pre-examination/Pre-analytical Complications Causing Medical Errors in Blood Collection.
  • Week 3 (11.8 lecture & 8.2 lab / 5 additional outside clock hours): Venipuncture Procedures, Capillary Blood Specimens, Specimen Handling, Transportation, and Processing, Pediatric and Geriatric Procedures, Point-of-Care Collections, Blood Cultures, Arterial, Intravenous (IV), and Special Collection Procedures.
  • Week 4 (11.8 lecture & 8.2 lab / 5 additional outside clock hours): Pediatric and Geriatric Procedures, Point-of-Care Collections, Blood Cultures, Arterial, Intravenous (IV), and Special Collection Procedures, Urinalysis, Body Fluids, and Other Specimens, Drug Use, Forensic Toxicology, Workplace Testing, Sports Medicine, and Related Areas.
  • Week 5 (11.8 lecture & 8.2 lab / 5 additional outside clock hours): Safety and First Aid will be discussed and practiced.

Cost of Attendance & Financial Aid

Total Program Tuition
≈ $2,281

Method of Payment

  • Option 1: To obtain a personal loan, or pay by cash or check (there is a fee for checks returned for any reason).
  • Option 2: Apply for Financial Aid (Pell Grants, Stafford Loans, etc.)
  • Option 3: Obtain outside scholarships and/or grants from state and/or local agencies
  • Option 4: Pay with a credit card (we accept VISA, MasterCard, and Discover)

MTI does not charge interest on self-pay balances payable to the school.

For Students Using VA Benefits

Midwest Technical Institute will not take any of the four following actions toward any student using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post 9/11 G.I. Bill (Ch. 33) or Veteran Readiness and Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while their payment from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs is pending to the educational institution:

  • Prevent enrollment;
  • Assess a late penalty fee;
  • Require they secure alternative or additional funding;
  • Deny access to any resources (access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities) available to other students who have satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution.

Total program tuition is $2,281 (tuition only; any fees billed separately).

Career Outcomes

Career Placement

The respective Program Director at MTI can provide assistance to currently enrolled students and graduates. Services include job placement assistance and guidance to students and graduates as they seek employment. If the student/graduate is planning to work in another state, the student/graduate is advised that each state has its own requirements. MTI cannot and does not guarantee a student can or will be licensed or registered for employment in any specific state and cannot and does not guarantee a student will obtain employment or will obtain a minimum starting wage. No one at MTI is authorized by the school to make any such guarantees. Students attending and graduating from MTI are responsible themselves to prepare and submit employment applications to prospective employers.

As a vocational school, general development is appropriate to the level of education MTI provides. Each program teaches life skills such as resume writing, professionalism, interview skills, etc., which will prepare the students for successful employment. Students are assisted with life skills, career development, budget, and personal financial planning skills as needed.

What to Expect as a Student at Midwest Technical Institute

Student Services

As a vocational school, general development is appropriate to the level of education MTI provides. Students are assisted with life skills, career development, budget, and personal financial planning skills as needed.

Advising

Advice is available to students through academic and administrative personnel. The faculty and staff at MTI are professional men and women who are willing to devote the necessary time to students who seek individualized assistance. Each instructor is available to help a student resolve academic problems which may prohibit satisfactory progress. The respective Program Director may be consulted with any questions or concerns pertaining to a student's education.

Learning Resource Center

The Learning Resource Center facilities are available to students during regularly scheduled class hours under the supervision of an instructor. Books, periodicals, and reference material are to be used on school property only.

Housing

MTI will assist any student desiring to find housing while attending our school. Our student services department has a list of realtors and landlords.

Student Success Specialist (SSS)

The Student Success Specialist will have current listings for daycare listings, local housing, food banks, health and wellness, mental health resources, and transportation help.

School Information

Midwest Technical Institute
midwesttech.edu
Follow us:

Location

Springfield, IL (Main Campus)
2731 Farmers Market Road
Springfield, IL 62707

Accreditation & Approvals

All MTI/DTC campuses have achieved stand-alone ACCSC accreditation. Certificate of Accreditation issued through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22201 (Springfield, East Peoria, Moline, IL).

Midwest Technical Institute is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools, Illinois Board of Higher Education, 1 N. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 333, Springfield, IL 62701.

MTI's Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB) at the Springfield, IL, East Peoria, IL, and Moline, IL campuses.

The school is also approved by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation, Springfield, IL. Springfield, IL and East Peoria, IL Campuses are members in good standing with Association of Private Sector Colleges and Universities (APSCU) and American Welding Society (AWS). The Springfield, IL HVAC/R program is HVAC Excellence Accredited.

The CDL Refresher Training Course is not part of the institutional scope of accreditation through the ACCSC.

Ready to get started?
Apply to Phlebotomy at Springfield, IL (Main Campus).
Phlebotomy