Phlebotomist before nursing school?

[jayme363]

Should I become a phlebotomist prior to nursing school? I'm currently working on my pre-requisites for an ABSN program. I'm considering going to phlebotomy school (12 weeks, $1800) before I attend nursing school. Becoming a phlebotomist will grant be the experience I need, while earning enough living income. I'm not sure if the investment to become a phlebotomist would be worthwhile. I intend on beginning nursing school during the summer of 2017.

[Dani.Dickinson]

Im in Texas and I took a Phlebotomy certification class three years ago. I paid $400 I think and it was a weekend class (full day). I havent been able to get a job so far, but plan to work as a lab tech in a few months after I finish my BS in Bio and wait to start my BSN program. I feel like it was very valuable experience but I willnt be getting rich this way. While search for a job I found an Emergency room scribe position which ended up being very valuable as well, though quite hands off.