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Free Phlebotomy (CPT) Exam Prep

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

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Quick Facts

6
Chapters
14
Sections
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Updated January 2026
Your Study Path

PHLEBOTOMY Professional License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

1

Complete Phlebotomy Training

Finish an accredited phlebotomy training program (40-120 hours) including supervised clinical venipunctures. Most programs take 4-8 weeks.

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2

Venipuncture Procedures & Order of DrawYou are here

Master the largest exam domain (32%): venipuncture technique, evacuated tube system, order of draw (blood culture, light blue, red/gold, green, lavender, gray), and tube additives.

30
hours
3

Safety, Specimen Handling & Special Collections

Study OSHA regulations, infection control, specimen labeling/transport, capillary puncture, blood cultures, and quality assurance (54% combined).

25
hours
4

Patient Prep & Practice Exams

Review patient identification protocols, communication techniques, and take timed practice exams. Focus on order of draw memorization.

15
hours
Estimated total study time
70 hours
That's about 7 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the Phlebotomy (CPT) Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
18 years or older
Education
High school diploma or GED required
Additional Requirements
  • Must complete an accredited phlebotomy training program (40-120 hours) OR have 1 year of phlebotomy work experience
  • Training programs include classroom instruction and hands-on clinical practice
  • Some states require additional state-specific certification (CA, WA, NV, LA)
  • 30-day waiting period between retake attempts
  • Recertification required every 2 years with 10 CEUs

Phlebotomy (CPT) Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

2-4 weeks after completing training program

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

PSI / Online proctored

Remote Testing Available

Retake Policy

30-day waiting period between attempts. Unlimited retakes at \$155 per attempt.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee\$155 (NHA CPT exam fee)
Application Fee\$0 (included in exam fee)
Total Estimated Cost\$155 total (exam only; training program costs \$500-2,000 separately)
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Phlebotomy (CPT) Exam Details

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Administered by NHA (National Healthcareer Association)

Official Source
Pass/Fail (scaled score ~390/500)
Passing Score
100
Questions
2
Hours
\$155
Exam Fee
Study time: 80-120 hours
Prerequisites: High school diploma/GED + phlebotomy training program or 1 year work experience
Valid for: 2 years (10 CEUs for renewal)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official NHA (National Healthcareer Association) content outline

Safety & Compliance (18%)18%

Infection control, PPE, OSHA, sharps disposal, bloodborne pathogens

Patient Preparation & ID (14%)14%

Patient identification, communication, fasting requirements, positioning

Venipuncture Procedures (32%)32%

Equipment, technique, order of draw, tube additives, complications

Capillary & Special Collections (16%)16%

Dermal puncture, blood cultures, GTT, ABG, chain of custody

Specimen Handling & Processing (20%)20%

Labeling, transport, centrifugation, rejection criteria, quality assurance

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