Phlebotomy Recertification in New Hampshire

New Hampshire is somewhat different from many states because it requires certain healthcare workers classified as “medical technicians” to register with the New Hampshire Board of Registration of Medical Technicians. Whether a particular phlebotomist falls under this registration requirement depends on the person's duties and employment setting. Under New Hampshire law, a “medical technician” is a healthcare worker who is not already licensed or registered by another New Hampshire regulatory board and who assists licensed healthcare professionals with the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease. The law limits this category to workers who have access to controlled substances and who have access to or contact with patients in a healthcare facility or medical establishment.

Because the statutory definition is broader than phlebotomy specifically, it is important not to describe New Hampshire as simply having a “phlebotomy license.” Instead, the state has a medical technician registration requirement that may apply to phlebotomists depending on their role and workplace. This page walks through what it takes to become a phlebotomist in New Hampshire, when state registration may be required, how national certification fits into the process, and what is required to maintain registration.

Do You Need a License to Be a Phlebotomist in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire does not issue a separate state phlebotomy license comparable to California's Limited Phlebotomy Technician or Certified Phlebotomy Technician licenses. However, New Hampshire law requires individuals who meet the statutory definition of a medical technician to register with the Board of Registration of Medical Technicians. Under RSA 328-I, a medical technician is a healthcare worker who is not otherwise licensed or registered by a New Hampshire regulatory board, assists licensed healthcare professionals, and has access to controlled substances and/or access to or contact with patients in a healthcare facility or medical establishment. New Hampshire law specifically states that a person working as a medical technician must be registered, and healthcare facilities are required to verify a medical technician's registration before employing that person.

For phlebotomists, this creates an important distinction: New Hampshire does not have a standalone “phlebotomist license,” but a phlebotomist who meets the statutory definition of a medical technician may need state medical technician registration. National phlebotomy certification is a separate credential. Employers may require or prefer certification from organizations such as NHA, ASCP, NCCT, or another national certifying organization, but national certification should not be confused with New Hampshire's state registration requirement

How to Become a Certified Phlebotomist in New Hampshire

1. Earn a high school diploma or GED. A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required by phlebotomy training programs and national certification organizations. New Hampshire's medical technician statute does not establish a universal high-school-diploma requirement specifically for phlebotomists.

2. Complete a phlebotomy training program. Choose a program that provides education and hands-on training in anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, infection control, patient identification, venipuncture, capillary collection, specimen handling, safety, and complications of blood collection. If you plan to pursue national certification, make sure the program satisfies the eligibility requirements of the certification organization you select.

3. Obtain national phlebotomy certification, if required or desired. New Hampshire does not issue a separate phlebotomy certification examination. National certification can demonstrate competency and may be required by an employer. Verify the eligibility requirements of the certifying organization before enrolling in a training program.

4. Determine whether New Hampshire medical technician registration applies to you. If your position meets the definition of a medical technician under RSA 328-I, you must register with the New Hampshire Board of Registration of Medical Technicians before performing the applicable duties. The state requires an application, criminal-history check/fingerprints, and applicable registration fee.

5. Meet employer-specific requirements. Healthcare employers may require national certification, BLS/CPR certification, immunizations, background screening, drug testing, and documented clinical competency.

6. Apply for phlebotomy positions. Employment opportunities may include hospitals, outpatient laboratories, physician offices, diagnostic laboratories, blood collection centers, and other healthcare settings.

7. Maintain any required state registration and national certification. New Hampshire medical technician registrations are subject to renewal every two years. National certification has its own separate renewal requirements.

Phlebotomy Recertification in New Hampshire

New Hampshire's requirements are different from states that have a dedicated phlebotomy license. If a phlebotomist is required to register as a medical technician under RSA 328-I, the state registration must be renewed every two years. New Hampshire law states that medical technician registrations expire unless renewed, and renewal is accomplished through payment of the applicable renewal fee.

The state's medical technician rules also establish requirements for initial registration, including an application, criminal-history record check/fingerprints, photograph, employment information, and applicable fees. To stay compliant, New Hampshire medical technicians should:

• Determine whether their position falls under the state's medical technician registration requirements.

• Maintain an active New Hampshire medical technician registration when required.

• Track the registration expiration date.

• Renew the state registration every two years.

• Follow the Board's current renewal instructions and fee requirements.

• Maintain any national phlebotomy certification separately.

• Track continuing education requirements imposed by the national certifying organization, if applicable.

• Keep copies of registration and certification documentation.

Important: New Hampshire's state medical technician registration should not be confused with national phlebotomy certification. They are separate credentials with different purposes.

Visit our Certification Requirements page to find the specific recertification and renewal requirements for your certifying body.

Our Certificate of Completion

When you complete continuing education through PhlebCE, your certificate includes:

• Recipient name

• CE credit hours awarded

• Course title

• Completion date

• License provider information

• Program director signature

This documentation is designed to satisfy the renewal requirements of the major phlebotomy certifying bodies operating in New Hampshire, so you can submit it directly as proof of continuing education.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a license to work as a phlebotomist in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire does not have a separate state-issued phlebotomy license. However, certain phlebotomists may be required to register with the New Hampshire Board of Registration of Medical Technicians if they meet the statutory definition of a medical technician. Under RSA 328-I, medical technicians are healthcare workers who assist licensed healthcare professionals and, among other requirements, have access to controlled substances and access to or contact with patients in a healthcare facility or medical establishment. Therefore, it is more accurate to say that New Hampshire regulates certain healthcare workers through medical technician registration rather than through a dedicated phlebotomy license.

Do I need national phlebotomy certification to work in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire does not establish a universal national phlebotomy certification requirement for every person performing phlebotomy. However, individual employers may require or prefer national certification. Certification can also help demonstrate competency and may be necessary to meet the eligibility requirements of particular positions.

How long does it take to become a certified phlebotomist in New Hampshire?

There is no single state-mandated phlebotomy training length established by New Hampshire. The timeline depends on the training program and national certification organization selected. Many entry-level phlebotomy programs can be completed within several weeks to a few months, depending on the program's classroom and clinical requirements.

How much does phlebotomy certification cost in New Hampshire?

There is no separate New Hampshire phlebotomy license fee, because the state does not issue a standalone phlebotomy license. However, costs may include:

• Phlebotomy training tuition

• National certification examination fees

• New Hampshire medical technician registration fees, if registration is required

• Criminal background check/fingerprinting costs

• CPR/BLS certification, if required

• Study materials and supplies

The New Hampshire medical technician rules specifically require an application, criminal-history record check/fingerprints, photograph, and applicable registration fee.

Do I need to register as a medical technician in New Hampshire?

Possibly. This depends on whether your job meets the statutory definition of a medical technician under RSA 328-I. New Hampshire defines a medical technician as a healthcare worker who is not already licensed or registered by another New Hampshire regulatory board, assists licensed healthcare professionals, and meets the statutory requirements concerning patient contact and access to controlled substances. If you meet that definition, registration is required.

How often does New Hampshire medical technician registration need to be renewed?

Medical technician registration must be renewed every two years. RSA 328-I:8 provides that certificates of registration expire unless renewed according to the board's requirements.

Does New Hampshire require continuing education for medical technician registration renewal?

The state statute specifies that medical technician registration is renewed every two years upon payment of the renewal fee. It does not establish a specific number of continuing education hours for renewal in the statute. However, national certification organizations may have their own CE requirements, and employers may establish additional competency or education requirements.

Can I complete my phlebotomy CE online in New Hampshire?

For national certification renewal, online CE may be acceptable depending on the requirements of the organization that issued your certification. New Hampshire's medical technician registration renewal should be distinguished from national certification renewal. Because the state registration statute does not establish a specific CE-hour requirement, phlebotomists should verify the current requirements of both the state registration program and their national certifying organization.

What happens if my New Hampshire medical technician registration expires?

A medical technician must maintain active registration when registration is required for the position. New Hampshire law provides for renewal and reinstatement of registrations, and the administrative rules establish a $110 reinstatement fee for a lapsed registration, in addition to other applicable fees or requirements. A person should not continue performing duties requiring registration after the registration has lapsed.

How long is New Hampshire medical technician registration valid?

An approved medical technician registration is valid for two years.

Do I need to renew my national phlebotomy certification separately?

Yes, if you hold one. New Hampshire medical technician registration and national phlebotomy certification are separate credentials. For example, an individual may have:

• New Hampshire medical technician registration, when required; and

• National phlebotomy certification through an organization such as NHA, ASCP, NCCT, or another certifying body.

Each credential has its own renewal requirements.

Does New Hampshire require CPR or BLS certification for phlebotomists?

There is no general state BLS/CPR requirement specifically for phlebotomists in RSA 328-I. However, an employer or training program may require current CPR or BLS certification.

Does New Hampshire require clinical experience to become a phlebotomist?

New Hampshire does not establish a universal number of venipunctures or clinical hours specifically for all phlebotomists. However, individual training programs and national certification organizations may establish clinical or successful blood-collection requirements.

Can I work as a phlebotomist without national certification in New Hampshire?

Potentially, depending on the employer and the specific position. National certification is separate from New Hampshire's medical technician registration system. A person may not be required by state law to hold a particular national phlebotomy certification, but an employer can establish certification as a condition of employment. If the position qualifies the individual as a medical technician under RSA 328-I, state registration may still be required even if national certification is not.

Who regulates medical technicians in New Hampshire?

Medical technicians are regulated under RSA Chapter 328-I, which establishes the Board of Registration of Medical Technicians and its registration requirements. New Hampshire law also requires licensed healthcare facilities to verify a medical technician's registration before employing that person.

Does New Hampshire require a CLIA license for phlebotomists?

No. CLIA regulates laboratory testing rather than creating an individual phlebotomy license. A phlebotomist collecting specimens is not individually issued a CLIA certificate simply because they perform blood collection.

Can a medical assistant perform phlebotomy in New Hampshire?

This depends on the individual's qualifications, job duties, employer policies, and whether the individual falls under another New Hampshire regulatory category. A medical assistant who is not otherwise licensed or registered and who meets the statutory definition of a medical technician may be subject to New Hampshire's medical technician registration requirements.

Can I use an out-of-state phlebotomy certification in New Hampshire?

There is no separate New Hampshire phlebotomy license for which a national phlebotomy certification must be transferred through reciprocity. However, if you are required to register as a New Hampshire medical technician, you must satisfy the state's registration requirements. National certification can then be maintained separately according to the issuing organization's rules

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