The mission of the Phlebotomy Certificate Program is to prepare individuals, from diverse backgrounds, for employment as knowledgeable and technically skilled phlebotomists who are capable of serving the health care needs of the community. Phlebotomists use care and skill to obtain blood specimens from patients for analysis in the clinical laboratory. Technologists and physicians depend upon the phlebotomist to collect quality patient specimens in order to produce quality laboratory results. Phlebotomy technicians are trained to create an atmosphere of trust and confidence in patients while drawing blood specimens in a skillful and safe manner. Employment opportunities include, but are not limited to, hospitals, clinics, physicians' offices, laboratories, and blood banks.