To become a phlebotomist in Idaho (ID), you will usually need to earn either a 2-year associate degree or a shorter-term certificate program – or you may also have the option to complete sufficient work experience relevant to phlebotomy.
Take the first step today and reach out to phlebotomy schools in your area to request program information. Below you will find information on some of the top approved phlebotomy programs in Idaho, as well as licensing and certification requirements and salary and employment outlook.
Accredited Phlebotomy Training Programs in Idaho
Accreditation confirms that a school delivers a high level of quality education, ensuring that students are well prepared for certification and entry into the healthcare field as a phlebotomist.
There are currently no fully accredited phlebotomy schools or programs in Idaho listed on the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) website nor on the National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) website.
You can find related programs near you in Idaho by searching for ‘medical laboratory technician’ by following the NAACLS link above. For your convenience, we have listed the colleges and universities in Idaho which offer programs in medical laboratory tech below;
- North Idaho College, Coeur d’ Alene, ID
Additionally the Phlebotomy Training Specialistsin Idaho offer training in phlebotomy.
You can also search for accredited schools in nearby states: Utah, Washington, Nevada, Oregon, Montana
Phlebotomy Certification and Licensing Requirements in Idaho
There are no statutory requirements for certification and/or licensing in Idaho however most employers will have a preference for candidates who have obtained certification.
In order to become certified as a phlebotomist in Idaho, you will need to successfully pass exams set by one of the nationally recognised certifying agencies.
Typically, a certificate or diploma from an approved or accredited school, or an appropriate level of work experience, is a requirement before you can sit your certification exams.
If you require more information regarding certification or licensing for phlebotomists in Idaho, you can contact;
State Board: Idaho Dept of Health and Welfare
Website: healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/providers
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Phlebotomist Salary in Idaho
| Salary | $33,550 |
| Hourly Wage | $16.13 |
| Employed | 600 |
| Top 10% | $41,760 |
| Bottom 10% | $26,350 |
The average phlebotomy salary in Idaho is $33,550 per year. This is 10% below the national average for phlebotomists, according to recent data published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
This equates to $16.13 per hour.
The average salary for phlebotomists in Idaho has increased by 9%, or $2,800, since 2016.
Top Earners
- The top 10th percentile of those working as phlebotomists in Idaho earn an average salary of $41,760 whilst the bottom 10th, or entry-level phlebotomists, make just $26,350 per annum
- Those working in Idaho Falls earn the highest average salaries as phlebotomists in the state at $35,370. Those working in Coeur d’Alene earn the lowest average salaries at $32,330 per annum.
| Metro Area | Salary | Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Boise City | $33,700 | 260 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $32,330 | 90 |
| Idaho Falls | $35,370 | 60 |
Phlebotomist Employment in Idaho
There are currently 600 phlebotomists working in Idaho (2021). Employment levels for phlebotomists have increased by 7%, or 40 jobs, in Idaho in the 5 years since 2016.
The highest concentration of phlebotomy jobs in Idaho is in Boise City.
Outlook for phlebotomists in Idaho
Average salaries for phlebotomists in Idaho have grown by 9% since 2016, whilst the number of phlebotomist jobs in Idaho has experienced a growth of 7% over the same period.
Going forward, the Bureau for Labor Statistics (BLS) projects employment growth of 22% between 2020 and 2030. This is much faster than the average for all other professions.