CPT Retake 2nd Attempt Application and Exam (Certified Phlebotomy Technician)
Time limit: 30 days
Full course description
Certification as a phlebotomy technician demonstrates your expertise and commitment to excellence in the healthcare field. Earning your certification shows potential employers that you possess the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in your role. By enrolling in the certification exam application process, you are taking an important step towards achieving this valuable credential and advancing your career.
✔ Application Process
1Enroll in the Application
This application is used to request a second attempt at the online, proctored Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam.
Complete Enrollment
- Click the Enroll Now button (found at both the top and bottom of this page) to begin.
- Complete the checkout process to gain access to the application.
Access the Application
- Log in to the application using the confirmation email or through the NHCO Portal. Be sure to review any additional information provided.
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We encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience. Please keep in mind that you have 30 days from the date of enrollment/purchase to submit your application, have it approved, and complete the exam. This countdown begins on the date you purchased the application.
Submitting early helps ensure ample time for processing and exam completion.
2Review Eligibility
Eligibility Requirements
- Ensure you meet the required training, education, or employment criteria before enrolling in the application. A list of minimum requirements is available on the Application Information page of the NHCO website.
- If you’re unsure whether your training provider is approved, contact your state’s Board of Higher Education or Board of Private Post-Secondary Education to confirm their state or federal approval status.
3Complete Your Application
Preparing for Your Application
- Set aside 15-20 minutes to complete it.
- To avoid delays, make sure you meet the minimum requirements as specified on the Application Information page of the NHCO website.
ⓘ Once your eligibility application has been reviewed and approved, you will receive a confirmation email notifying you that the exam is available.
!Once Your Application is Approved
1Ensure You Have Studied
Before taking the exam, it’s important to ensure you are fully prepared.
Review the Certification Exam Focus Areas
- The NHCO's Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Exam Content Outline is a free resource available to assist all candidates in preparation for certification. It provides greater detail on the specific focus areas tested on the certification exam.
Study Materials
It’s important to thoroughly study before taking your exam. To help you prepare, we offer a variety of resources:
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Study Materials
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Practice Exam
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Preparation Package (a bundle of both study materials and practice exam)
2Prepare to Take Your Exam
After receving notification of your application approval you can take the exam by returning to the application course through the NHCO Portal.
- The exam must be completed within 30 days of your application purchase.
Exam Information
The exam is offered online in a proctored setting to ensure a secure and fair testing environment.
- To take the proctored exam, candidates will need to use a desktop, laptop, or Chromebook, as mobile devices are not currently supported.
- For a successful proctoring experience, please complete the Honorlock System Check as part of your exam preparation.
For information about exam requirements, required passing score, and other specifications, visit the NHCO Exam Information page.
ⓘ Candidates who pass the exam will receive a digital, printable certificate and badge via email. The certificate will be available in the candidate’s online portal.
The CPT Retake Application and Exam fee is non-refundable.