Hey guys. I'm torn between getting certified as a Pharm Tech or EKG/Phlebotomy Tech.

[caeduss]

I'm a prenursing student, about to take his HESI next month. I've been studying for this since September so I'm confident I'll get in (3.9gpa too).

I'm currently working part time as a Hospital Service Tech at a hospital in the city but I want to expand my horizons so I'm thinking about taking a quick 6 week Pharm Tech or EKG+Phleb course and get certified while I take my Nursing program courses at my uni. What do you guys think?

[AnnieOaklyRN, BSN, RN, EMT-P]

I will be honest, if you will be nursing school full time, you will not have time for other studies!!!

I also will add that most hospitals will train you for free to do those jobs, so don't spend the money!!

HPRN

[WookieeRN, BSN, MSN, RN]

Depending on your state you don't even need to take the class for Pharmacy Tech if they don't require it for licensure. I just did self study for pharmacy tech (bought a textbook and a PTCB study guide and studied on my own) and took the PTCB exam on my own and was able to be registered/licensed. Finding a job hasn't been to difficult going that path, either.