Phlebotomists in Indiana (IN) will typically have earned either a two-year associate degree or a shorter-term certificate program. Certificate programs can usually be completed in less than a year.
Below you will find information on all the top phlebotomy schools in Indiana as well as certification requirements and salary and employment prospects.
Please note: On this page, we may switch between the terms phlebotomy schools in Indiana and phlebotomy tech schools in Indiana however, both terms refer to the same thing.
Accredited Phlebotomy Schools in Indiana
Accreditation confirms that a school provides a high level of quality education to ensure that students are well prepared for certification and entry into the healthcare field as a phlebotomist.
Listed below are some of the top accredited phlebotomy programs in Indiana which are listed on the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) website and/or on the National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) website.
| School | Metro Area | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Northwest Indiana | Munster, IN | NAACLS |
Certification and Licensing Requirements
There are no statutory requirements for certification and/or licensing in Indiana however most employers will have a preference for candidates who have obtained certification.
In order to become certified, you will need to successfully pass exams set by one of the nationally recognised certifying agencies for phlebotomy.
A certificate or diploma from an approved school or an appropriate level of work experience is typically a prerequisite to taking these exams.
If you have any further questions about certification or licensing for phlebotomists in Indiana you can contact;
State Board: Indiana Dept of Health
Website: www.in.gov
Phone: (317) 233-7565
Phlebotomist Salary in Indiana
| Salary | $34,780 |
| Hourly Wage | $16.72 |
| Employed | 2,840 |
| Top 10% | $48,220 |
| Bottom 10% | $24,910 |
The average salary for phlebotomists in Indiana is $34,780 per annum. This is 7% below the national average, according to the data published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) in 2021.
This equals an average hourly pay of $16.72.
The average salary for phlebotomists in Indiana has grown by 14%, or $4,250, since 2016.
Top Earners
- The top 10% of those working as phlebotomists in Indiana earn an average annual income of $48,220 whilst the bottom 10% or entry level phlebotomists make just $24,910 per annum
- Those working in South Bend-Mishawaka earn the highest average salaries as phlebotomists in the state at $35,600 per annum. Those working in Fort Wayne earn the lowest average salaries at $32,320 per annum.
| Metro Area | Salary | Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Bloomington | (8) - | 40 |
| Elkhart-Goshen | $34,260 | 40 |
| Evansville | $34,620 | 130 |
| Fort Wayne | $32,320 | 210 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson | $35,340 | 1,380 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette | $32,600 | 60 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka | $35,600 | 140 |
| Terre Haute | $33,840 | 70 |
Employment
There are currently 2,840 people employed as phlebotomists in Indiana (2021). Employment of phlebotomists in Indiana 17%, or 420 jobs, since 2016.
The highest number of those working as phlebotomists in Indiana are based in Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson.
Outlook for Phlebotomists in Indiana
Average salaries for phlebotomists in Indiana have increased by 14% since 2016 whilst the numbers of phlebotomist jobs in Indiana has experienced an increased by 17% over the same period.
Going forward the Bureau for Labor Statistics (BLS) projects employment growth of 22% between 2020 and 2030 nationwide. This is much faster than the average for all other professions.