How can I get a phlebotomy externship?

The qualifications needed to get a phlebotomy externship include enrollment in a degree or certificate program. Most externships are open to students in a medical assisting, lab technician, or phlebotomy certificate or associate degree program. Depending on the type of program in which you are enrolled, you may need to complete an externship to gain the necessary clinical experience before you graduate. Since your responsibilities include drawing blood, you must learn fundamental procedures and safety practices before your externship. For this reason, most externships are for students who are near the end of their studies.