How much does it cost to become a phlebotomist in Nevada?

The NHA CPT exam fee is commonly reported around $117 (verify current pricing at nhanow.com). Nevada's Phlebotomy license (works under Laboratory Assistant title) adds a $185 fee. Training program costs vary by school.

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How to Become a Phlebotomist in Nevada (2026 Guide)

Q: Does Nevada require a separate phlebotomy license?

Yes. Nevada is one of only 4 states (with California, Louisiana, Nevada, and Washington) that requires phlebotomists to hold a separate state license — the Phlebotomy license (works under Laboratory Assistant title) — on top of national NHA certification.

Q: What happens if I fail the NHA CPT exam?

NHA requires a 30-day wait before your 2nd attempt and another 30-day wait before your 3rd attempt. After a 3rd failed attempt, you must wait 1 year before retaking. This policy is set nationally by NHA and does not vary by state.

Becoming a phlebotomist in Nevadarequires a national certification exam (NHA CPT) that's the same everywhere in the country. Nevada is one of only 4 states that also requires a separate state license — the Phlebotomy license (works under Laboratory Assistant title). Average pay is $22/hr.

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Nevada Phlebotomy — At a Glance

~$117

NHA exam fee

390/500

Passing score

Yes

State license required

$22/hr

Avg pay

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How to Become a Phlebotomist in Nevada: Step by Step

1
Meet NHA CPT eligibility
Complete a phlebotomy training program within the last 5 years, OR complete 1-2 years of supervised phlebotomy work experience. Either way, you must document at least 30 successful venipunctures and 10 successful capillary sticks performed under supervision.
2
Pass the national NHA CPT exam
120 multiple-choice questions (100 scored, 20 unscored pretest), 2-hour time limit, passing score of 390 out of 500 (scaled). The fee is commonly reported around $117 — verify current pricing at nhanow.com. This exam and its content are identical in every state.
3
Complete the Phlebotomy license (works under Laboratory Assistant title)
Administered through the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health. Requires both an approved training program (80 classroom + 40 clinical hours, minimum 200 venipunctures) AND current national certification (ASCP, NHA, AMT, or NCCT accepted). Nevada does not recognize phlebotomy as an independent scope of practice — phlebotomists work as Laboratory Assistants under a licensed laboratory director. Renewal: Not specified — verify with the Division directly.
4
Apply for your first phlebotomy position
With your NHA certification and Phlebotomy license (works under Laboratory Assistant title) in hand, you can apply to hospitals, reference labs (Quest Diagnostics, Labcorp), blood donation centers (American Red Cross), and outpatient draw stations. Average pay in Nevada is $22/hr.

Nevada's State Licensure Requirement

Administered through the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health. Requires both an approved training program (80 classroom + 40 clinical hours, minimum 200 venipunctures) AND current national certification (ASCP, NHA, AMT, or NCCT accepted). Nevada does not recognize phlebotomy as an independent scope of practice — phlebotomists work as Laboratory Assistants under a licensed laboratory director.

Phlebotomist Salary in Nevada

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$22/hr

Average hourly

$46K

Average annual

+0.95/hr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become a phlebotomist in Nevada?

Complete a training program or supervised work experience (documenting 30 venipunctures and 10 capillary sticks), then pass the national NHA CPT exam. Nevada also requires the Phlebotomy license (works under Laboratory Assistant title).

Does Nevada require a separate phlebotomy license?

Yes — Nevada is one of only 4 states that does.

What happens if I fail the NHA CPT exam?

NHA requires a 30-day wait before your 2nd and 3rd attempts, then a 1-year wait after a 3rd failure. This is the same nationwide.