How long does phlebotomy technician training take in Georgia?

Most people become a Phlebotomy Technician in Georgia through an approved phlebotomy program, a national exam, and state certification where required.

How to Become a Phlebotomy Technician in Georgia (2026)

Q: How much do phlebotomy technicians earn in Georgia?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), phlebotomy technicians in Georgia earned a median annual wage of approximately $45,840. Employment concentration in Georgia is about 1.17 times the national average for this occupation.

Q: What is the job outlook for phlebotomy technicians in Georgia?

Georgia currently employs approximately 5,280 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 5.6% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Georgia employs about 5,280 phlebotomy technicians earning a median $45,840 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Training as a Phlebotomy Technician here means completing an approved phlebotomy program, a national exam, and state certification where required. Confirm credential rules with the program and employer.

Compare Phlebotomy Technician Schools in Georgia

BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Tuition is the published annual figure for the latest reported year and excludes room, board, books and fees. Earnings are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single trade. Distance is measured from the page's primary location.
#	School	BOC Score (0–100)	Tuition (published, per year)	Median grad earnings (all majors)	Graduation rate	Online	Distance
1	Athens Technical College	54.3	$3,390 in-state / $5,958 out-of-state	$47,299	51%	Yes*	81 mi
2	Southern Crescent Technical College	54.3	$3,516 in-state / $6,084 out-of-state	$47,009	58%	Yes*	31 mi
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3	South Georgia Technical College	54.3	$3,992 in-state / $7,202 out-of-state	$40,852	61%	Yes*	61 mi
4	Chattahoochee Technical College	52.1	$3,540 in-state / $6,108 out-of-state	$45,209	38%	Yes*	78 mi
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5	West Georgia Technical College	51.0	$3,410 in-state / $5,978 out-of-state	$43,835	35%	Yes*	90 mi
6	Atlanta Technical College	47.9	$3,382 in-state / $5,950 out-of-state	$40,964	49%	Yes*	61 mi
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7	Columbus Technical College	47.2	$4,052 in-state / $7,262 out-of-state	$43,818	27%	Yes*	65 mi
8	Oconee Fall Line Technical College	46.8	$3,380 in-state / $5,948 out-of-state	$37,265	65%	Yes*	64 mi
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9	Albany Technical College	46.8	$3,364 in-state / $5,932 out-of-state	$37,104	42%	Yes*	96 mi
10	Central Georgia Technical College	46.5	$3,448 in-state / $6,016 out-of-state	$42,979	47%	Yes*	30 mi
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Schools closest to the page's primary location are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the page's primary location is shown for reference. The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation, earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it. *Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is completed in person. Read the full methodology.

Georgia employs approximately 5,280 phlebotomy technicians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $45,840 ¹. Nationally, phlebotomy technician employment is projected to grow 5.6% from 2024 to 2034, with about 18,400 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a Phlebotomy Technician in Georgia, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

At a Glance

Training paths: approved phlebotomy program (find programs)
Typical timeline: an approved phlebotomy program, a national exam, and state certification where required
Exam: NHA CPT, ASCP PBT, or the exam the state accepts
Median wage (Georgia): $45,840 per year ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become a Phlebotomy Technician in Georgia

How to become a Phlebotomy Technician in Georgia? Complete an approved phlebotomy program, a national exam, and state certification where required. Confirm credential rules with the program and employer.

How long does it take? Most people finish an approved phlebotomy program, a national exam, and state certification where required. Confirm current hour totals with the program and employer.

Do I need a license in Georgia? Licensing varies. Confirm with the program and employer. See the licensing section below.

What do phlebotomy technicians earn in Georgia? The median annual wage for phlebotomy technicians in Georgia is $45,840 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $34,600 and experienced professionals can earn $55,850 or more ¹.

How to Become a Phlebotomy Technician in Georgia

Meet entry rules. Programs typically require a high school diploma or GED. Confirm rules with the program.
Complete an approved phlebotomy program. Finish a phlebotomy program in Georgia. This is not a registered apprenticeship.
Pass a national exam the state accepts. Most states use NHA CPT, ASCP PBT, AMT RPT, or NCCT. Confirm which exam the employer accepts where the state certifies phlebotomists.
Apply for state certification where required. Apply for state certification where required. Confirm with the employer.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Phlebotomy Technician License Requirements in Georgia

Most states do not license phlebotomists separately; employers want a national exam. Some states certify this role; most do not. Confirm with the employer when a state credential exists.

Typical path

Complete an approved phlebotomy program.
Pass a national exam the state accepts.
Apply to the employer when the state certifies phlebotomists.

Hour totals, fees, and reciprocity rules change. Confirm current requirements with the employer before you enroll.

Phlebotomy Technician Wages by Metro Area in Georgia

Phlebotomists Wages by Metro Area in Georgia

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), phlebotomists wages in Georgia vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell	2,790	$49,370	$48,950	$36,280	$57,700
Chattanooga	270	$37,350	$39,690	$34,640	$47,160
Augusta-Richmond County	240	$39,880	$42,140	$33,660	$49,020
Savannah	220	$41,190	$43,260	$36,200	$55,080
Columbus	160	$40,200	$41,280	$32,520	$46,580
Gainesville	160	$38,630	$42,110	$34,340	$49,650
Warner Robins	130	$43,490	$42,990	$35,750	$49,020
Macon-Bibb County	120	$39,790	$40,420	$33,850	$46,290
Valdosta	120	$35,510	$38,430	$30,070	$48,120
Rome	110	$39,880	$40,180	$34,750	$48,100
Athens-Clarke County	100	$38,570	$40,540	$32,810	$47,870
Dalton	80	$37,260	$36,900	$30,090	$44,930
Albany	70	$42,340	$43,810	$33,640	$55,010
Brunswick-St. Simons	60	$37,090	$38,860	$34,560	$45,490

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for phlebotomy technicians in Georgia? Georgia currently employs approximately 5,280 phlebotomy technicians ¹. Nationally, phlebotomy technician employment is projected to grow 5.6% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a phlebotomy technician in Georgia with an out-of-state license? Confirm reciprocity rules with the program and employer.

What training programs are available in Georgia? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Georgia.

How much do phlebotomy technicians earn in Georgia compared to the national average? The median annual wage for phlebotomy technicians in Georgia is $45,840, which is $2,180 above the national median of $43,660 according to BLS data ¹.

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References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)