Pct + Phlebotomy cert.

:DHi everyone,

I am starting a pct position on a thoracic stepdown ( im currently in orientation).....my mind has been running wild with the continuing ed oppurtunities and which 1 would benefit me the most in the short run....i will be starting my prereques next fall for nursing but in the mean time i would like to add a cert. or two to increase my wages and/or marketability.....i wanted to get my cna just to get my cmt but i already have a uap cert.(i just can't take the same exact class over again:cool:) there is a phlebotomy class i could take but since "phlebotomy" is already in pct scope of practice..i was wondering would it be redundant.....on paper it may seem that way but the only training i had was on a manaquin arm for 30min in school(and all the techs i talked w/ have only used butterfly needles:confused: as they do on the floor im starting on), so i would like to learn more in depth info on venipuncture...i also see job openings for certified phlebotomist as dialysis techs , and lab assistants.....as a pct i think im pretty much stuck in the hospital(wipn butts:D)..if anything it might give me more job oppurtunities....those are just my thoughts.....if anyone knows if there is a pay difference between pct and phlebotomist let me know.....IS IT WORTH IT :redpinkhe