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California Licensing Information - From California DHS

The information contained in this page is from the California Department of Health Services.  This information can also be found on California Department of Health Services Laboratory Field Services website.

The following four documents are very important for California phlebotomists.

Phlebotomy Licensure Law Instruction Sheet - This sheet spells out the requirements for licensure as a Phlebotomy Technician in California. It also includes instructions line by line for the license application. (45 KB)

Phlebotomy Program Overview Sheet - Gives a brief overview of the requirements and documents needed for your California license. (41 KB)

Phlebotomy Technician Certification Application - This is the actual certification application. This form can be filled in from your computer, printed off and submitted with all paperwork needed for licensure. (181 KB)

Phlebotomy Puncture Performance Sheet - This form must accompany your application for licensure. (33 KB)

Approved Schools and Training Programs

Approved California Phlebotomy Training Schools, Programs and Courses (95 KB)

The following two documents are for foreign applicants.

AACRAO Evaluation of Foreign Transcripts - For Foreign Applicants Only: Please read these instructions carefully as you must have your transcripts evaluated prior to submitting your licensure application (345 KB)

How to Evaluate Foreign Educated/Trained Phlebotomists - For Employers who have Foreign Employees that need to be evaluated (29 KB)