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Phlebotomy Classes Near Tumwater, WA

Programs checked on each school's own site, November 2026 · Distances measured from the center of Tumwater

Five phlebotomy programs train students within 50 miles of Tumwater, WA. The closest is Bates Technical College in Tacoma, 28 miles away with a 120-hour externship. The shortest is Olympic College's one quarter certificate.

0programs within 25 miles
5within 50 miles
$2,300lowest published cost
11 wkshortest program
$48,880median pay in Washington

Phlebotomy Programs Nearest Tumwater

Every Program Within 50 Miles, Compared

Phlebotomy programs within 50 miles of Tumwater, WA, nearest first. Blank cells: the school's page doesn't give that figure.
SchoolCampusMilesCredentialLengthExternshipCost
Bates Technical CollegeTacoma, WA28Certificate120 hr
Olympic CollegeBremerton, WA39Certificate11 wk
Green River CollegeAuburn, WA40Certificate13 wk$2,300
Pima Medical Institute-RentonRenton, WA47Certificate13 wk160 hr
Renton Technical CollegeRenton, WA48Certificate

Working as a Phlebotomist Near Tumwater

Phlebotomists in Washington earned a median of $48,880 a year ($24 an hour) in the Bureau of Labor Statistics' May 2025 survey, $3,650 above the national median of $45,230. The middle half of Washington's 2,820 phlebotomists earned between $45,820 and $58,370.

Hospitals hire phlebotomists, and so do outpatient labs, blood banks and clinics. Medicare lists six hospitals within 25 miles of Tumwater, WA:

  • Providence St Peter Hospital Olympia · 8 miles
  • Capital Medical Center Olympia · 10 miles
  • Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics Shelton · 18 miles
  • Providence Centralia Hospital Centralia · 18 miles
  • Summit Pacific Medical Center Elma · 23 miles
  • St Clare Hospital Lakewood · 23 miles

Washington sets its own rule. Washington requires a Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist certification from the Department of Health to practice as a phlebotomist. It covers capillary and venous blood draws under a health care practitioner's supervision, and arterial draws after extra documented training. Phlebotomy license requirements by state

Sources: BLS OEWS, phlebotomists (SOC 31-9097), May 2025; CMS Hospital General Information (data.cms.gov), distances measured from ZIP centroids.

Questions About Phlebotomy Training Near Tumwater

Where is the closest phlebotomy program to Tumwater, WA?

Bates Technical College in Tacoma, about 28 miles away. Advanced Phlebotomy (PNURS 293) and includes a 120-hour externship.

What is the fastest phlebotomy program near Tumwater, WA?

Olympic College's Phlebotomy for Healthcare Professionals Certificate of Recognition takes one quarter, the shortest stated length within 50 miles. Green River College (3 months) is next.

Are there evening or weekend phlebotomy classes near Tumwater, WA?

Yes. Bates Technical College (Tacoma, evening) and Olympic College (Bremerton, evening) run evening or weekend sessions.

Which programs near Tumwater, WA prepare you for certification?

One of the five programs listed here name a national exam on their own pages: Pima Medical Institute-Renton (NHA CPT).

How much do phlebotomists make in Washington?

A median of $48,880 a year, or $24 an hour, in the Bureau of Labor Statistics' May 2025 survey of 2,820 phlebotomists in Washington. The national median was $45,230.

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