COMPLETE YOUR CE PHLEBOTOMY CONTINUE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS TODAY
CERTIFICATION IS ACCEPTED IN ALL STATES ACROSS THE CONTINENTAL US
CALIFORNIA SPECIFIC PHLEBOTOMY CE COURSE INFORMATION
NPCE welcomes all California CPT I and CPT II phlebotomy technicians to the phlebotomy continuing education and renewal application instructions page. By reading all the information below phlebotomists can find out how to renew the phlebotomy license in California and what continuing education credits to obtain to get approved by California Department of Public Health and Laboratory Field Services.
NPCE, the leader in phlebotomy continuing education offers the best phlebotomy driven phlebotomy continuing education course. The phlebotomy continuing education course is updated every three months to ensure the latest phlebotomy regulations are updated, and phlebotomist knowledge is up to date. This phlebotomy continuing education course includes six phlebotomy continuing education credits/hours approved by ASCLS P.A.C.E.®. The Laboratory Field Services requires California Phlebotomy Technicians to complete six contact hours of phlebotomy continuing education. NPCE comprehensive phlebotomy continuing education course is an online self-paced, computer and mobile-friendly phlebotomy continuing education course on the go to learn when and where you want.
NPCE welcomes all California CPT I and CPT II phlebotomy technicians to the phlebotomy continuing education and renewal application instructions page. By reading all the information below phlebotomists can find out how to renew the phlebotomy license in California and what continuing education credits to obtain to get approved by California Department of Public Health and Laboratory Field Services.
NPCE, the leader in phlebotomy continuing education offers the best phlebotomy driven phlebotomy continuing education course. The phlebotomy continuing education course is updated every three months to ensure the latest phlebotomy regulations are updated, and phlebotomist knowledge is up to date. This phlebotomy continuing education course includes six phlebotomy continuing education credits/hours approved by ASCLS P.A.C.E.®. The Laboratory Field Services requires California Phlebotomy Technicians to complete six contact hours of phlebotomy continuing education. NPCE comprehensive phlebotomy continuing education course is an online self-paced, computer and mobile-friendly phlebotomy continuing education course on the go to learn when and where you want.
FIRST TIME CALIFORNIA PHLEBOTOMY LICENSE RENEWAL APPLICANTS
For a phlebotomist that received the CPT I or CPT II phlebotomy license within the last two year period, you will have to sign up for the PERL online application system and create an account. After completion of the phlebotomy continuing education course, we will email you step by step instructions on how to log in to your state E account. Once you set up the E account, the prompts will show you all the steps you need to complete to renew your phlebotomy license. Completion of additional phlebotomy continuing education units might be required for expired phlebotomy licenses. New phlebotomy licenses or those in CPT phlebotomy renewal that are not listed in the system may be in updating status, so please check back with the state if you do not see an update every 48 hours.
FIRST TIME CALIFORNIA PHLEBOTOMY LICENSE RENEWAL APPLICANTS
For a phlebotomist that received the CPT I or CPT II phlebotomy license within the last two year period, you will have to sign up for the PERL online application system and create an account. After completion of the phlebotomy continuing education course, we will email you step by step instructions on how to log in to your state E account. Once you set up the E account, the prompts will show you all the steps you need to complete to renew your phlebotomy license. Completion of additional phlebotomy continuing education units might be required for expired phlebotomy licenses. New phlebotomy licenses or those in CPT phlebotomy renewal that are not listed in the system may be in updating status, so please check back with the state if you do not see an update every 48 hours.
CURRENT CALIFORNIA PHLEBOTOMY LICENSE RENEWAL APPLICANTS
For phlebotomists that have completed the State of California CPT I or CPT II phlebotomy renewal process before merely logging into your existing account for the phlebotomy PERL online application system and select your expiring license/certificate or the “Renew Licenses” button.
CURRENT CALIFORNIA PHLEBOTOMY LICENSE RENEWAL APPLICANTS
For phlebotomists that have completed the State of California CPT I or CPT II phlebotomy renewal process before merely logging into your existing account for the phlebotomy PERL online application system and select your expiring license/certificate or the “Renew Licenses” button.
I FORGOT MY PHLEBOTOMY CPT LICENSE NUMBER. WHERE CAN I FIND IT?
For phlebotomists that lost or misplaced their phlebotomy certification CDPH has a verification page.
California phlebotomy law mandates that all phlebotomists be licensed or certified by the Department of Public Health Laboratory Field Services Branch (LFS). Laboratory Field Services must approve phlebotomists to seek ANY phlebotomy related employment in California.
I FORGOT MY PHLEBOTOMY CPT LICENSE NUMBER. WHERE CAN I FIND IT?
For phlebotomists that lost or misplaced their phlebotomy certification CDPH has a verification page.
California phlebotomy law mandates that all phlebotomists be licensed or certified by the Department of Public Health Laboratory Field Services Branch (LFS). Laboratory Field Services must approve phlebotomists to seek ANY phlebotomy related employment in California.
PRACTICING PHLEBOTOMY IN CALIFORNIA WITHOUT A CPT LICENSE
It is illegal to perform blood draws in the State of California without having a valid and active phlebotomy CPT I or CPT II license. For phlebotomy license renewals a sixty-day grace period is granted allowing the State of California and Department of Public Health Laboratory Field Services processing time. A phlebotomist can still draw blood and work during the grace period. Please note that the grace period is not granted to every phlebotomy technician.
PRACTICING PHLEBOTOMY IN CALIFORNIA WITHOUT A CPT LICENSE
It is illegal to perform blood draws in the State of California without having a valid and active phlebotomy CPT I or CPT II license. For phlebotomy license renewals a sixty-day grace period is granted allowing the State of California and Department of Public Health Laboratory Field Services processing time. A phlebotomist can still draw blood and work during the grace period. Please note that the grace period is not granted to every phlebotomy technician.
PHLEBOTOMY CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
The NPCE phlebotomy continuing education course is a comprehensive review of beginning to intermediate aspects of phlebotomy. The 50-question final exam covers all necessary categories of phlebotomy including anatomy, components of blood, equipment and supplies, blood drawing procedures, specimen identification, and venipuncture complications.
NPCE is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences. Accepted by all nationally recognized phlebotomy certification agencies. The NPCE phlebotomy continuing education course is approved for 6 credits. With this course, you will be better equipped to take and pass the National Phlebotomy Certification Exam, and within less time than other programs may require. We make sure you only spend the amount of time you need in continuing education courses, helping you get a start on developing your career as efficiently as possible.
PHLEBOTOMY CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
The NPCE phlebotomy continuing education course is a comprehensive review of beginning to intermediate aspects of phlebotomy. The 50-question final exam covers all necessary categories of phlebotomy including anatomy, components of blood, equipment and supplies, blood drawing procedures, specimen identification, and venipuncture complications.
NPCE is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences. Accepted by all nationally recognized phlebotomy certification agencies. The NPCE phlebotomy continuing education course is approved for 6 credits. With this course, you will be better equipped to take and pass the National Phlebotomy Certification Exam, and within less time than other programs may require. We make sure you only spend the amount of time you need in continuing education courses, helping you get a start on developing your career as efficiently as possible.
Phlebotomy CEU and Training Kit
NPCE offers an option for those individuals who need additional hands-on training including a Phlebotomy Training Kit, that includes training materials for at home practice. Please refer to the appropriate option at checkout. Includes 12 CEU hours.
Phlebotomy CEU and Training Kit
NPCE offers an option for those individuals who need additional hands-on training including a Phlebotomy Training Kit, that includes training materials for at home practice. Please refer to the appropriate option at checkout. Includes 12 CEU hours.
FAQ
1. How long is the NPCE Phlebotomy Continuing Education Course?
2. How often do I need to complete the California Continuing Education Course?
3. Is the NPCE Phlebotomy Continuing Education Course California Approved?
4. Will I receive a Phlebotomy Continuing Education Certificate upon completion?
5. How to renew with the State of California if your Phlebotomy License is expired?
6. Does the State of California notify phlebotomists when it's time to renew the phlebotomy license?
7. How do I update my email, last name change, mailing address or any other information?
8. How soon can I submit the phlebotomy continuing education certificate/credits to renew my CPT state license?
9. Do I need to use a computer to renew my CPT phlebotomy license?
10. Will the State of California notify me that my phlebotomy renewal application is approved?
11. How do I contact the CDPH LABORATORY FIELD SERVICES OFFICE?
