Phlebotomy Schools in North Dakota

Phlebotomists are in demand across the United States, including the fourth-smallest state of North Dakota. In May 2020, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) published a report indicating that 420 people worked as phlebotomists in North Dakota in 2018. By 2028, the BLS expects that number to jump to 520. This represents an increase of 24 percent.

How Can I Find the Best Phlebotomy Program Near Me?

People looking to train in phlebotomy can choose from among three schools providing this specific certificate program. Two of the schools, Rasmussen College and Bismarck State College, are in the state's second-largest city of Bismarck. Turtle Mountain Community College located in the rural town of Belcourt also offers a phlebotomy training program. These schools offer a combination of in-person and online learning.

Fargo is the largest city in North Dakota, and the Minnesota border is just a few minutes away. Future phlebotomy students living in the Fargo-Moorhead community may also want to consider Minnesota schools. One of these is Globe University/Minnesota School of Business. The college has multiple campuses throughout Minnesota and also provides online options.

What is the Phlebotomy Certification/Licensing Process in North Dakota?

North Dakota requires phlebotomists to complete a training program that typically takes 12 to 15 months. The program must include a minimum of 100 hours of supervised on-the-job clinical training. Students are eligible to take the phlebotomy certification exam given by the National Credentialing Agency or the American Society for Clinical Pathologists upon completion of these requirements. North Dakota requires all phlebotomists to obtain certification before working.

Where Can I Find a Job as a Phlebotomist in North Dakota?

Hospitals and clinics located in larger cities have more job openings than those in rural communities. For example, Sanford Health and Essentia Health located in Fargo are both big healthcare employers that regularly hire phlebotomists. Other large cities in North Dakota where new phlebotomy school graduates may want to search for work include:

• Bismarck
• Minot
• Grand Forks
• West Fargo
• Mandan
• Dickinson
• Jamestown
• Williston
• Wahpeton

Students should keep in mind that rural employers may be willing to pay more to attract the best employees to their area. This is due to the ongoing need for qualified healthcare professionals to serve rural communities.

Most phlebotomists in North Dakota work for a hospital or clinic. However, some employers in the state offer mobile phlebotomy clinics that require staffing. ExamOne, a laboratory company owned by Quest Diagnostics in Fargo, is just one example. Some other large employers in North Dakota include Biolife Plasma, Altru Health System, Trinity Health System, and Swedish Medical Center.

What Is the Salary for a Phlebotomist in North Dakota?

The BLS reports an annual median wage of $34,600 for phlebotomists working throughout North Dakota. This annual salary for phlebotomists at the midpoint of their career is equal to $16.63 per hour.

The BLS also indicates that phlebotomists at the lowest end of the pay scale earn approximately $27,160 per year while those at the 90^th percentile or above earn around $50,750 annually. The national median pay for phlebotomists in all 50 states is $36,320 per year or $17.46 per hour. The higher cost of living in other states helps to account for the difference.

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