NATIONAL PHLEBOTOMY ASSOCIATION

NPA certifies phlebotomists in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Barbados, Canada, and Switzerland with accredited phlebotomy programs in universities, colleges, health care training institutes, and hospitals nationwide.

The field of phlebotomy has greatly expanded in the past several years, and the role of this integral member of the health care team has recently been brought into much sharper focus. The threat of AIDS, hepatitis, and risks to all segments of society from other infectious diseases has dramatically emphasized the need for quickly expanding training programs, while maintaining the highest possible standards of instruction and continuing education for these health care professionals.

Goals and Objectives

The National Phlebotomy Association, through expanding present training and education programs, will continue to offer the community long-term solutions to vital concerns both in the National Capital Area and across the nation.

The establishment of an across-the-board national standard of certification for all phlebotomists is at the top of the agenda.

NPA is expanding networking efforts to both the community and related colleague organizations and groups in order to increase awareness and inform the public.