Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School

Phlebotomy Technician Job Outlook & Employment Statistics

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of phlebotomists is projected to grow approximately 6 percent from 2024 to 2034, which is faster than the average growth rate for all occupations. On average, thousands of job openings for phlebotomists are projected each year, largely due to workforce turnover and the ongoing need for diagnostic blood testing.

Phlebotomy services remain an essential component of healthcare delivery. Demand is supported by an aging population, increased use of laboratory testing for diagnosis and treatment, and expanded access to healthcare services. In Ohio, phlebotomists are employed across hospitals, outpatient care centers, physician offices, diagnostic laboratories, blood donation centers, and mobile healthcare services.

Graduates of the Guardian Labs Phlebotomy 101 Program may qualify for entry-level phlebotomy technician positions upon successful completion of training and applicable certification requirements.
Employment is not guaranteed, and job availability may vary by region and employer.

Employment Growth Comparison (Projected 2024–2034)

• Phlebotomists: ~6% growth
  
  

• All Occupations: ~3% growth
  
  

• Healthcare Support Occupations: Higher than average growth
  
  

Source

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Occupational Outlook Handbook – Phlebotomists
Employment Projections Program (2024–2034)

Disclaimer

Labor market information reflects national employment data and general industry trends. Employment outcomes are not guaranteed and may vary based on geographic location, employer requirements, certification, and individual qualifications.

GUARDIAN LABS LLC PHLEBOTOMY SCHOOL 

 2025-2027

  ACADEMIC SCHOOL YEAR

 Registration # 2313 

Revised 01/01/2026 

Location of classroom and training instruction: 

1821 Summit Road Ste 202A

 Cincinnati, OH, 45237

 Phone: 513-254-9322 

www.guardianlabsllc.com 

phlebotomy101@yahoo.com 

MISSION STATEMENT 

Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School’s mission is to provide hands-on training to those interested in entering the Phlebotomy Industry through proper education, focused training, and individualized attention to the needs of the students. Also, to guide students to achieve the Certified Phlebotomy Technician Licensure to gain a professional career in the phlebotomy field. The purpose or objective of the Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School is to train highly skilled, well qualified, and certified phlebotomy technicians who can use their acquired skills to provide a high level of service to the patients they work with within the healthcare industry. 

Certified Phlebotomy Technician Course Description 

The only program offered at Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School is the Phlebotomy Certification Program. The National Phlebotomy Certification Program through Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School is a 64-hour hybrid course in which students will learn the art of venipuncture. Students will receive instruction both online and through hands-on laboratory training during the course. 

The program covers topics including anatomy, blood physiology, equipment, venesection, laboratory processing, special specimen procurement, OSHA and CLIA regulations, centrifuging, and capillary punctures. Students are required to complete 64 hours of phlebotomy instruction and must pass all quizzes and achieve a minimum score of 80% on the final exam. 

Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School is a private institution approved to operate by the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools. With this approval, the school adheres to all state educational standards. 

Instructors Information:

 Landy Phillips – Founder / Instructor - of Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School and mobile Certified Senior Phlebotomist of 15 years.

 Office hours:

 30 minutes before class or by appointment

 phone: (513) 254-9322 

email: phlebotomy101@yahoo.com 

Admission Requirements: 

1. Students must be 18 years or older.

2. State-issued picture identification and social security card. 

3. Provide a High School Diploma or a GED

Program Completion Requirements: 

1. Pass the Exam with an 80% or higher. 

2. Complete and Sign Enrollment Agreement

3. Complete 64 hours of class time 

4. Pass the National Exam with a 78% or higher (optional) 

5. Complete the online Ohio Student Disclosure Course 

The school does not discriminate based on race, sex, religion, ethnic origin, or disability. 

Course Cost: 

Registration Fee $50.00 

Tuition $700.00  (Lab Supplies and Textbook included in tuition)

National Exam (optional) $115.00 

Payment Plans: Students have the option to pay in full or select a payment plan. Payment plans must be paid during the scheduled week. If payment is not submitted then the student must speak with the director of the school about arrangements, which may not be guaranteed, and/or the student may not return until payment is submitted. Attendance policy is effective during leave of absence due to nonpayment.

 Payment Plans:

 Option 1

 Full Course Tuition Due Now: $700

 Registration Fee = $50 

Total:$750

Option 2: 

Registration Fee $50

 Due Week 1: $350 

 Due  Week 3: $350

Total: $750 

Option 3:

 $50 Registration Fee 

Due Week 1: $233.33  

Due Week 3: $233.33 

Due Week 5: $233.33

Total: $750 

We impose a surcharge fee of 3% when using a credit card. That is not greater than our cost of acceptance. 

Student Financial Responsibility: 

Students are responsible for any financial obligations incurred while attending school. No Certificate will be issued to any student with outstanding obligations including tuition or any other fees to the school. 

Granting of Credit: 

Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School has not entered into any articulation or transfer agreements with other educational institutions in which they accept credits earned at other educational institutions, nor granted credit for prior experiential learning. Credits earned at other institutions through challenge examinations and achievement tests are not recognized for this phlebotomy program. 

Placement Awareness/Assistance Employment: 

It is not guaranteed to a student. However, the School does provide its graduates with employment awareness. Assistance will normally encompass the following: Interview preparation, Job search, and assistance in resume preparation.

 Refund Policy Refund Policy 

If the student is not accepted into the training program, all monies paid by the student shall be refunded. Refunds for books, supplies and consumable fees shall be made in accordance with Ohio Administrative Code section 3332-1-10.1. There is one (1) academic term for this program that is 64 clock hours in length. Refunds for tuition and refundable fees shall be made in accordance with following provisions as established by Ohio Administrative Code section 3332-1-10:

 The school shall make the appropriate refund within thirty days of the date the school is able to determine whether a student has withdrawn or has been terminated from a program. Refunds shall be based upon the last date of a student’s attendance or participation in an academic school activity.

 ** All requests to withdraw in writing to phlebotomy101@yahoo.com. The school will issue All warranted refunds within 30 days of the written request

Withdraw Policy:

 National Exam Fees are fully refundable for students who withdraw and have not attempted the National Exam. Textbooks once distributed to the student are not eligible for a refund.

 Retention of Student Records:

 Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School will keep the following records on file: 

1. Attendance records 

2. Enrollment Agreement

3. High School/GED transcript

4. Program and course enrollments 

5. Conduct reports

6. Student Progress Report and Academic Transcripts

7. Record of Tuition and Fees Paid 

Student records will be kept at the school facility. Hard copies of student documents will be kept for 5 years in a locked filing cabinet. All student documents and transcripts will also be scanned and saved permanently.

 Grading Scale 

The standard for a student achievement is based on the standard letter grading system A-D, where a “C” grade is the minimum for passing (see below) 

A 90-100%

 B 80-89% 

C 70-79% 

D 60-69% 

Satisfactory Progress

 Instructors use various methods of evaluation regarding student progress. These include observation, interview, and testing. Students will receive several (100% or less) grades on the course test and assignments. The grading criteria include exams, quizzes, hands-on skills, simulations, practical assistance, class participation, and attendance. A minimum grade of 80% is required to complete the course.

 *Students are required to have a grade of C or above to sit for the final exam. Any student who needs help is responsible for setting up time to receive that assistance. 

*Students who are performing at 60% or lower will be placed on academic probation for 2 weeks and will need to bring their grade to at least a C to continue in the program. Students who do not have a grade of C and above will be dismissed from the program. Students who wish to re-enroll in the program will be required to start the entire enrollment process as a new student. 

Online Attendance Policy 

Attendance is based on participation and timely coursework submission, not physical presence.

 Requirements

 • Log in regularly and complete all weekly assignments, quizzes, discussions, and assessments.

 • No submissions or participation in each week = absent.

 Participation 

• Missing 2+ consecutive weeks without notice = academic warning

• Missing 3+ total weeks = possible Incomplete or dismissal. 

• Students must communicate immediately if personal or technical issues arise. 

Make-Up Work 

• Allowed case-by-case for documented emergencies or approved leave. 

• Late work may receive grade deductions unless pre-approved by the instructor. 

 Non-Attendance

 Any student who fails to participate in three (3) consecutive instructional weeks by not submitting online assignments or engaging in course activities is considered to have officially withdrawn from the program.

Probation and Dismissal Policy

Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School reserves the right to place a student on probation or dismiss a student for behavior not conducive to a learning environment including but not limited to foul language, inappropriate content viewed in class in electronic or text format, sexual harassment etc. A student will be given one warning before dismissal from the class. A student dismissed or placed on probation can request in writing or email to be re-admitted to class. Attendance Students must attend ALL 64 hours. There is no grace period for attendance or arrival at the educational facility. Leave of Absence Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School does not have a leave of absence; if the students have extenuating circumstances and require absence they will be allowed to make up that time either the next month when the class covers the content they missed.

 Conduct Policy 

Students are expected to maintain professional conduct both online and during in-person sessions. Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School reserves the right to enact disciplinary procedures (outlined below). The following list includes examples of unacceptable behaviors; however, it is not all-inclusive. The school administration retains full discretion, and any violation of conduct or policy deemed inappropriate may result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from the program. 

Conduct Prohibited: 

1. Language / Interpersonal Conduct

 a. Fighting (verbal, physical, electronic) with or assaulting another individual

 b. Threatening or intimidating any other individual by any method (verbal, written, electronic, etc.)

 c. Engaging in any form of harassment (sexual, emotional, etc.) 

d. Using vulgar language, explicit terms, or profanities 

e. Discussing sensitive topics such as religion, sexual orientation and gender, racial issues, political affiliation, etc. 

2. Disruptive Conduct 

a. Use of cell phone for non-emergencies while in class and/or lab

b. Continually speaking out of turn or disrupting the flow of class with off-topic discussions. 

c. Arriving late to class or leaving early more than twice without prior notification.

3.  Safety Disregard 

a. Failing to abide by safety rules and policies.

 b. Refusing to follow the instructor’s directions or being insubordinate. 

c. Failure to adhere to corrections or guidance given by the instructor. 

d. Continued disregard for cleanliness and sanitation protocols 

4. Mental / Physical State 

a. Showing up to class in improper attire, wearing inappropriate shoes, or generally unkempt. 

b. Attending class while under the influence of alcohol, illicit drugs, or any other mind / body altering substance

5. Automatic Dismissal 

a. Possessing firearms or any other weapons in the classroom.

 b. Illegal Activity of any kind 

c. Using, selling, dispensing, or possessing alcohol, illegal drugs, or narcotics on-premises.
d. Partaking of recreational drugs on school premises

 e. Theft

 f. Being absent for the first 8 hours of the program. 

 Grievance Policy 

Every effort is made to maintain open communication between all people associated with the school. The school provides an informal complaint procedure. Students are encouraged to contact the instructor to confidentially discuss any student problem or concern. If any concern or problem cannot be resolved with the instructor, then the school director can be contacted to schedule an appointment. If a student has gone through this informal procedure and does not think the concern has been reasonably resolved, the student may begin the formal complaint procedure.

 Formal Academic and Professional Grievance Guideline

1. Student submits a written complaint to the school Director.

 2. Director provides written acknowledgment of the complaint to the student.

 3. The director investigates and gives the student a written response, upon completion of the investigation.

 4. Students may appeal this decision in writing to the School to the Director of the State Board of Career College and Schools

 School Director Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School 

7613 Hamilton Avenue Cincinnati, Ohio 43231

 (513) 254-9322 

#2313

 Executive Director State Board of Career College and Schools

 30 East Broad Street, Suite 2481 Columbus, Ohio 45215

 (877) 275-4219 / (614) 446-2752 

 Approved and regulated by the State of Ohio Board of Career Colleges and Schools.

Guardian Labs Phlebotomy School

2025-27 Class Schedule

Course                                  Start Date                                    End Date                           Holidays Observed

PH11                                     Jan 12, 2026                               Feb 22, 2026                       MLK Day, Presidents’ Day

PH12                                     Jan 26, 2026                               Mar 8, 2026                         Presidents’ Day

PH13                                     Feb 9, 2026                                Mar 22, 2026                        Presidents’ Day

PH14                                     Mar 9, 2026                                Apr 19, 2026                              —

PH15                                     Mar 23, 2026                              May 3, 2026                               —

PH16                                     Apr 6, 2026                                 May 17, 2026                             —

PH17                                     May 4, 2026                               Jun 14, 2026                          Memorial Day

PH18                                     May 18, 2026                             Jun 28, 2026                          Juneteenth

PH19                                    Jun 15, 2026                               Jul 26, 2026                           Independence Day

PH20                                    Jun 29, 2026                               Aug 9, 2026                            Independence Day

PH21                                    Jul 13, 2026                                Aug 23, 2026                                   —

PH22                                    Aug 10, 2026                              Sep 20, 2026                           Labor Day

PH23                                    Aug 24, 2026                              Oct 4, 2026                              Labor Day

PH24                                   Sep 7, 2026                                Oct 18, 2026                             Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day

PH25                                   Sep 21, 2026                              Nov 1, 2026                              Indigenous Peoples’ Day

PH26                                   Oct 26, 2026                               Dec 6, 2026                                —

PH27                                   Nov 2, 2026                                Dec 13, 2026                           Veterans Day, Thanksgiving

PH28                                   Nov 16, 2026                              Dec 27, 2026                           Thanksgiving, Christmas

PH29                                  Dec 14, 2026                               Jan 24, 2027                            Christmas

PH30                                  Dec 28, 2026                               Feb 7, 2027                                —

Notes

• Class dates are subject to change due to holidays or emergencies

Credentials & Program Standards

✔ Approved to operate by the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools
✔ Private Career Training Institution (Ohio)
✔ Hybrid Phlebotomy Certification Program (Online + In-Person Labs)
✔ 64-Hour Phlebotomy Training Program
✔ 6-Week Accelerated Format

✔ Instruction led by an experienced Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
✔ Curriculum aligned with national phlebotomy standards
✔ Prepares students for Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification eligibility
✔ Hands-on venipuncture and capillary puncture training

✔ Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) education and compliance
✔ Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training included
✔ Infection control and bloodborne pathogen safety training
✔ Pre-analytical specimen handling and laboratory procedures

✔ Small-group learning environment
✔ Clear academic policies, attendance standards, and accountability
✔ Career-focused preparation for entry-level healthcare roles

All training is delivered in compliance with Ohio regulations and professional healthcare standards to ensure students are workforce-ready upon completion.