Washington State Phlebotomy Licensure
Washington requires phlebotomy licensure through the Department of Health. The state has one unique requirement: all phlebotomists must complete 7 hours of AIDS/HIV training, more than any other state requires.
Official Source:
Washington Department of HealthWashington Phlebotomy Licensure Requirements
Licensure Body
Washington Department of Health (DOH)
State-regulated certification for all phlebotomists
Approved Exams
ASCP PBT or NHA CPT
Both are accepted by Washington DOH
Unique Requirement
7-hour AIDS/HIV training
Only Washington requires this specific training
Application Fee
~$150-200
Varies; check DOH website for current fee
License Term
Varies (typically 3-5 years)
Renewal requirements determined by DOH
Washington's Unique: 7-Hour AIDS/HIV Training
Washington is the ONLY state that mandates AIDS/HIV training for phlebotomists. This 7-hour requirement reflects the state's commitment to educating healthcare workers about bloodborne pathogen transmission and prevention. It's not a barrier. It's important clinical knowledge you'll use throughout your career.
This training often qualifies as a professional development credit, so it's valuable beyond the license requirement.
What's Covered in the 7-Hour AIDS Training
Finding AIDS Training: Search "Washington phlebotomy AIDS training" or ask your training program, as many include it or partner with providers who do. Online options are available.
5-Step Licensure Process
Complete Phlebotomy Training Program
- Enroll in approved phlebotomy training (many community colleges offer it)
- Complete didactic and clinical components
- Obtain training completion certificate
Complete 7-Hour AIDS/HIV Training
- This is UNIQUE to Washington. No other state requires this specific training.
- Available through online courses, community health departments, or healthcare facilities
- Covers HIV transmission, bloodborne pathogen prevention, and patient care ethics
- Obtain completion certificate for your DOH application
Pass ASCP PBT or NHA CPT
- Register and take exam at approved testing center
- Study with quality materials aligned to exam blueprint
- Pass with required score (ASCP: 68%, NHA: 70%)
- Obtain official exam score report
Submit Application to Washington DOH
- Complete official phlebotomy licensure application
- Include training completion documentation
- Include 7-hour AIDS training completion certificate
- Include exam score report (ASCP PBT or NHA CPT)
- Pay application fee and submit
Receive Washington License
- DOH reviews application (typically 2-4 weeks)
- Once approved, you receive official phlebotomy license
- License number can be used for employment
- You can legally work as phlebotomist in Washington
Approved Exams for Washington Licensure
ASCP PBT
Provider
American Society for Clinical Pathology
Cost
$190 USD
Format
100 questions, 150 minutes
Passing Score
68% (68 questions)
NHA CPT
Provider
National Healthcareer Association
Cost
$155 USD
Format
100 questions, 130 minutes
Passing Score
70% minimum
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